If you’re looking for a dark chocolate flavour
If you want a chocolate topping for a dessert or party table, a stated cocoa content can help you compare products. Aniseed sprinkles have a different flavour and form.
Which option is right for you?
If you’re serving aniseed sprinkles
Are you after a festive topping with a familiar aniseed flavour and crunchy sugar coating? Party aniseed sprinkles are a better fit than chocolate sprinkles.
If you need to consider allergens
If you’re serving food to guests with allergies, check the ingredients and allergens on the specific pack. Don’t assume that aniseed sprinkles and chocolate sprinkles have the same ingredients.
What should you look for when choosing?
Party aniseed sprinkles
Choose these: if aniseed flavour and the festive shape are what matter most.
Bear in mind: PLUS describes De Ruijter Feestmuisjes as aniseed seeds with a sugar coating; they are not a dark chocolate topping.
Dark chocolate sprinkles
Choose these: if chocolate flavour matters more than keeping the traditional aniseed sprinkles.
Bear in mind: chocolate sprinkles are a different product, so compare the cocoa content on each pack. Jumbo states that De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur contains at least 52% cocoa solids.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Cocoa content | Look for a stated percentage of cocoa solids on the pack. Jumbo states that De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur contains at least 52%. | If I’m looking for a dark chocolate flavour, I want to compare a specific percentage rather than rely on the word ‘dark’ alone; this is the top priority for around 46% of consumers. |
| Festive aniseed sprinkles | Check whether you want to serve aniseed sprinkles or are actually looking for a chocolate topping. | For my New Year’s Eve table, I want to keep the familiar aniseed flavour and crunchy shape; this is the main consideration for around 36% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Before buying and serving, read the ingredients and allergen information on the specific pack. | When I’m buying something for guests with allergies, I first need to know whether they can eat it; around 18% of consumers put this check first. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘dark aniseed sprinkles’ are chocolate sprinkles
According to PLUS, De Ruijter Feestmuisjes are aniseed seeds with a sugar coating. So the name doesn’t mean they have a dark chocolate flavour.
Before you buy, decide whether you want traditional aniseed sprinkles or a chocolate topping instead.
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Relying on the word ‘dark’ alone
The description doesn’t tell you whether the cocoa content suits your taste.
Compare the percentage stated on the pack. Jumbo states that De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur contains at least 52% cocoa solids; don’t assume the same percentage applies to other varieties.
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Guessing allergens from the type of product
Aniseed sprinkles and chocolate sprinkles have different ingredients. The product name alone isn’t a reliable way to check if someone needs to avoid an allergen.
Read the current allergen information on the exact pack you’re planning to serve.
Brand comparison
De Ruijter
De Ruijter features in the supermarket ranges mentioned here with both aniseed sprinkles and chocolate sprinkles. Compare the two product types separately when choosing a topping for New Year’s Eve.
- PLUS describes Feestmuisjes as aniseed seeds with a crunchy sugar coating.
- Jumbo states that Specials Intens Puur contains at least 52% cocoa solids; that percentage doesn’t automatically apply to other products from the brand.
Chocolate toppings at Joybuy
Choose these chocolate sprinkles if you’re looking for a chocolate topping for New Year’s Eve rather than traditional aniseed sprinkles. If you need a specific cocoa content, check the information on the pack.
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De Ruijter Intense Pure Chocolate Sprinkles 200 g
Chocolate sprinkles for anyone who’d rather serve chocolate than aniseed sprinkles.
200 g pack. Check the current label if a particular cocoa content or allergen information is important to your choice.
Frequently asked questions
Are dark aniseed sprinkles the same as dark chocolate sprinkles?
No. PLUS describes De Ruijter Feestmuisjes as aniseed seeds with a sugar coating, while chocolate sprinkles are a chocolate topping. Choose according to the flavour and type of product you want to serve.
Does ‘dark’ tell me how much cocoa a product contains?
No. To find the precise cocoa content, check the percentage for the specific product. Jumbo states that De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur contains at least 52% cocoa solids; don’t use this figure for other dark chocolate sprinkles or flakes.
How do I check allergens when buying for guests?
Read the allergen information on the pack of the product you’re going to serve, whether it’s aniseed sprinkles or chocolate sprinkles. Don’t rely solely on the product name or an online description you viewed earlier.
Can I rely on the ingredients listed on an online product page?
When making a purchase, use the current packaging for your final check. Albert Heijn notes that ingredients, nutritional information and allergen information can change. This is particularly important if you’re choosing products based on allergens.