Who are these options for?

If you want to prepare small portions

Are you serving aniseed sprinkles on individual rusks or in small bowls? Check the pack size and decide how much you want to measure out for each bite. Jumbo lists packs of 270 g and 330 g, among others.

If you’re looking for a fine topping

Crushed aniseed sprinkles are worth considering for sprinkling over bread, rusks, yoghurt or small pastries. They have a finer texture than whole sprinkles, but aren’t individually portioned.

If you want the colour to suit the occasion

Pink-and-white, blue-and-white and multi-coloured celebration sprinkles each create a different look. With these varieties, you decide how much to sprinkle over each bite.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide how much you want to serve with each bite. Then choose your preferred texture or colour, and check the nutritional information on the specific pack.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Small portions Check the net weight and any stated serving size. Think about how you’ll measure out the sprinkles for each bite. I want to prepare a small amount for each rusk without having to sprinkle them at the table. For around 42% of consumers, portioning them out themselves comes first.
Fine coating Check whether the pack says crushed aniseed sprinkles; these have a different form from whole sprinkles. For yoghurt or small pastries, I’d prefer a fine topping to clearly visible whole sprinkles. Around 33% of consumers prefer this finer texture.
Colour and occasion Choose your preferred colour and check the ingredients and allergen information on that specific pack. For a celebratory coffee break, I want the colour of the sprinkles to suit the presentation. Colour is the first consideration for around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘mini’ means individually portioned

    Crushed aniseed sprinkles have a finer texture, but that doesn’t mean they come in individual portions. Jumbo lists packs of 270 g and 330 g for the varieties reviewed.

    Check the pack size and, if needed, prepare small amounts yourself in bowls or with a teaspoon.

  • Choosing based on colour alone

    The varieties reviewed list wheat or cereals containing gluten. So the information for a different colour variety isn’t a substitute for checking the label of the product you’re serving.

    Read the ingredients and allergen information on your chosen pack before buying and serving.

  • Expecting a classic topping from crushed sprinkles

    Crushed aniseed sprinkles create a finer coating; whole sprinkles stand out more clearly in your presentation.

    Choose the crushed variety for a fine topping, and classic sprinkles if you want their recognisable whole shape to show.

A relevant brand to consider

De Ruijter

De Ruijter makes crushed, pink-and-white, blue-and-white and multi-coloured celebration sprinkles. The varieties mentioned mainly differ in shape or colour.

  • For a fine coating, there’s a 270 g pack of crushed sprinkles; the colour varieties mentioned come in 330 g packs.
  • A finer product form doesn’t mean individually portioned packs. For each variety, check the current label for wheat and cereals containing gluten.

Aniseed sprinkles on Joybuy

These blue-and-white and pink-and-white sprinkles offer a choice of colour if you want your topping to suit a celebratory coffee break. Both packs contain 330 g; measure out small portions yourself.

De Ruijter blue-and-white aniseed sprinkles 330 g

De Ruijter blue-and-white aniseed sprinkles 330 g

A blue-and-white topping for rusks or other bites at a celebratory coffee break. The pack contains 330 g, so you’ll need to measure out small portions yourself. The product information lists wheat and gluten; check the current label before serving.

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De Ruijter pink-and-white aniseed sprinkles 330 g

De Ruijter pink-and-white aniseed sprinkles 330 g

A pink-and-white topping if that colour suits your coffee break. The pack contains 330 g; for this variety, Albert Heijn lists a serving size of 15 g, which you can measure out yourself if you wish. Before serving, check the current label for wheat and cereals containing gluten.

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Frequently asked questions

Are crushed aniseed sprinkles the same as mini portions?

No. Crushed aniseed sprinkles are a finer product form, not individually packaged portions. The crushed variety listed by Jumbo contains 270 g; you’ll need to measure out small amounts yourself.

Which sprinkles should I choose if colour matters?

Choose pink-and-white, blue-and-white or multi-coloured celebration sprinkles to suit your preferred look. Then check the pack size and label for your chosen variety; the colour varieties mentioned come in 330 g packs.

What should I look out for if my guests avoid wheat or gluten?

Read the current label on the pack you’re actually serving. The crushed and coloured varieties reviewed list wheat or cereals containing gluten, so don’t rely on information for a different variety.

How should I store leftover sprinkles?

Keep them dry, seal the pack securely after use and check the date on the label. This will help you follow the storage instructions for your chosen variety.