A small coffee gathering
If you’re only expecting a few guests, a 270 g pack may be a better fit than a 330 g one. Also consider whether you’ll use the leftovers later on rusks, yoghurt or cake.
Who are these options for?
If you want the topping to stand out
Whole, coloured sprinkles are easy to see on rusks and cakes. Crushed sprinkles have a finer texture if you’d rather scatter them over a dish.
If you’re checking ingredients for guests
Before serving, read the packaging if a guest needs to know about allergens or nutritional information. PLUS lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for the blue-and-white De Ruijter variety. Don’t assume other varieties have the same ingredients.
What should you consider when choosing?
First, think about how many sprinkles you’ll use with your coffee and whether you’ll need the opened pack later. Then choose the texture and check the label of the variety you plan to serve.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Right-sized pack | Compare the 270 g pack of crushed sprinkles with the 330 g pack of blue-and-white sprinkles, and consider how much you’ll use now and later. | For a small coffee gathering, I don’t want to be left with lots of unused sprinkles. Getting the quantity right is the top priority for around 38% of consumers. |
| Texture and presentation | Consider whether crushed or whole, coloured sprinkles would work best on rusks, yoghurt or cake. | If I’m serving cake, too, I want the topping to stand out. Presentation is the most important factor for an estimated 37% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients, allergen information and nutritional details on the current label for the variety you’ve chosen. | If I’m catering for a guest, I want to know what’s in the product before serving it. Checking the label is the main concern for around 25% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Choosing a larger pack without a plan for the leftovers
The 330 g blue-and-white pack contains 60 g more than the 270 g pack of crushed sprinkles listed by PLUS. For a small gathering, you may end up with some left unused.
Before buying, think about what you could use the sprinkles on after your coffee gathering.
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Assuming allergens based on colour or brand
PLUS lists wheat and cereals containing gluten in its blue-and-white De Ruijter sprinkles. The colour or brand name won’t tell you which ingredients are in another variety.
Before buying and serving, check the current label, including the allergen information and any warnings.
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Putting an opened pack in the freezer
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says the freezer is not ideal for opened packs of crushed sprinkles.
Seal the pack tightly, store it in a dry kitchen cupboard and follow the instructions on the packaging.
Brands to consider
De Ruijter
PLUS lists 270 g packs of crushed De Ruijter sprinkles and 330 g packs of whole blue-and-white sprinkles. The difference in texture and pack size can help you choose what’s right for your coffee gathering.
- The whole blue-and-white variety makes a visible topping for rusks or cake.
- PLUS product information lists wheat and cereals containing gluten in this blue-and-white variety. Check the current label.
Aniseed sprinkles for sharing over coffee
These blue-and-white sprinkles are a good choice if you’re looking for a topping that stands out on rusks, yoghurt or cake. Choose the 330 g pack based on how much you’ll use with your coffee and afterwards.
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De Ruijter blue-and-white aniseed sprinkles, 330 g
A visible topping for rusks, yoghurt or cake when you’re having coffee with guests.
The pack contains 330 g. The product information lists wheat and gluten; check the current label before serving.
Frequently asked questions
Which sprinkles should I choose for a small coffee gathering?
A 270 g pack of crushed sprinkles may be a good fit if you want to avoid having much left over; the whole blue-and-white variety contains 330 g. Think about how much you’ll serve and whether you’ll use the rest later.
Are these sprinkles suitable for the freezer?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says the freezer is not ideal for opened packs of crushed sprinkles. Seal the pack tightly and store it in a dry kitchen cupboard.
Where can I check the allergens in aniseed sprinkles?
Check the allergens on the current label for the variety you’re buying. PLUS lists wheat and cereals containing gluten in the blue-and-white De Ruijter sprinkles. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergens must be clearly shown on the labels of prepacked foods.
How should I store an opened pack of crushed sprinkles?
Seal it tightly and store it somewhere dry. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a kitchen cupboard and advises against freezing these sprinkles.