Start with how you plan to serve them: a 600 ml jar suits a compact table or a separate topping, while 1 or 2 litres gives you more room for a centrepiece jar. Choose whole aniseed sprinkles if you want the individual sugar-coated seeds to be visible, or crushed sprinkles to scatter over crisp rusks or cakes, for example. Before serving, check the label on the variety you’ve chosen, especially if guests ask about allergens.
If you want to put aniseed sprinkles on the table alongside other snacks, the number of jars and the space available will help determine which size is right. IKEA Netherlands lists transparent storage jars in 600 ml, 1-litre and 2-litre sizes.
For crisp rusks, yoghurt or cakes, the texture you want matters more than having a large serving jar. PLUS describes both whole and crushed De Ruijter aniseed sprinkles for these uses.
If you’re serving aniseed sprinkles from a jar, keep the packaging so guests can check the information for the exact variety. The pink-and-white and blue-and-white De Ruijter varieties reviewed list wheat and cereals containing gluten, according to PLUS and Jumbo.
First decide how much table space to give the aniseed sprinkles and whether you’ll mainly serve them from a jar or scatter them over food. Then check the packaging and the jar’s care instructions.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Jar size | Compare the capacity and external dimensions with the space on your table. IKEA Netherlands lists jars in 600 ml, 1-litre and 2-litre sizes; these aren’t set amounts per guest. | If I’m putting out several snacks, I want to leave enough space and know whether I’ll need to top up a small jar. The right jar size would be the first consideration for around 40% of consumers. |
| Whole or crushed aniseed sprinkles | Choose a variety to suit how you’ll use it: whole sprinkles in a jar, or crushed sprinkles to scatter. PLUS describes both uses for the De Ruijter varieties reviewed. | When decorating cakes, I want a texture that works with my topping. Around 30% of consumers would put this use first. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the current label for the exact variety. PLUS and Jumbo list wheat and cereals containing gluten for the pink-and-white and blue-and-white varieties reviewed. | If guests ask about ingredients, I want to be able to check the original packaging. Allergen information would be the most important consideration for around 20% of consumers. |
| Seal and care | Check the care instructions for the jar, lid and seal separately. The rubber ring on the IKEA KORKEN jars reviewed must be washed by hand. | I want to seal the jar between servings without forgetting to clean its separate parts. This would be the main consideration for around 10% of consumers. |
A 2-litre jar takes up a different amount of space from a compact 600 ml jar. If you’re serving several snacks, one large jar could get in the way of the layout you want.
First decide how many jars you want to put out and measure the space available. Then compare their capacity and external dimensions.
Whole sprinkles show the individual sugar-coated seeds, while crushed sprinkles are used for scattering. This gives a different result on the table or on cakes.
Choose whole sprinkles to show off the individual seeds, and crushed sprinkles when scattering is the main aim.
The pink-and-white and blue-and-white De Ruijter aniseed sprinkles reviewed list wheat and cereals containing gluten. Albert Heijn warns that product information can change.
Read the label on the packaging you’ve actually bought, and keep it close by if you’re serving the sprinkles from a glass jar.
The rubber ring on the IKEA KORKEN jars reviewed needs different care from the glass jar. The instructions for a lid may also differ from those for the glass.
Before use, check the cleaning instructions for each part of the model you’ve chosen.
Worth considering if you’re choosing between whole and crushed aniseed sprinkles, or between the colour varieties reviewed.
Worth considering for glass storage jars in different sizes, whatever variety of aniseed sprinkles you choose.
A retailer where you can compare De Ruijter varieties and pack sizes.
A retailer with product information about the pink-and-white and crushed De Ruijter aniseed sprinkles reviewed.
This selection of Joybuy products includes glass jars for your table setup and one pack of whole aniseed sprinkles to serve in a jar or use as a topping. Choose the jar and sprinkles separately to suit your space, how you’ll serve them and the product label.
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An option if you want to place one larger jar at the centre of the table. It’s made from clear glass and has a stainless steel lid; check that the size suits your available table space.
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Two jars make it easy to serve aniseed sprinkles and another snack separately. The product name states that each jar holds 700 ml and has a lid with a silicone seal and clips. Check the care instructions for the set you receive before washing the jar and lid.
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A set for presenting different dry snacks in separate jars. The product name describes three glass jars with airtight seals. If you have a particular table layout in mind, check the capacity and dimensions of each jar.
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Whole sprinkles for a separate topping or to serve in a jar; the glass jar is sold separately. For the blue-and-white variety reviewed, Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten. Check the label on the pack you’ve bought before serving.
A 600 ml jar suits a compact topping station; 1 or 2 litres gives you more room for a central display. IKEA Netherlands lists jars in these sizes, but the right one depends on your available table space, the other snacks you’re serving and how often you want to refill it.
Choose whole sprinkles if you want the individual seeds to show in a jar, and crushed sprinkles if you mainly want to scatter them. PLUS suggests using crushed De Ruijter sprinkles on crisp rusks, yoghurt and cakes, among other things.
According to PLUS and Jumbo, the pink-and-white and blue-and-white varieties reviewed list wheat and cereals containing gluten. Read the label on the exact pack you’ve bought; don’t assume this applies to other varieties.
Keep the packaging so you can check the ingredients and allergens for the variety you’re serving. For unpackaged food sold commercially in the Netherlands, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority also outlines requirements to make information about any allergens present available where the product is offered.
No. According to IKEA Netherlands’ care instructions, the rubber ring on the KORKEN jars reviewed must be washed by hand. For other jar models, check the instructions for the jar, lid and seal separately.
