Travellers planning a celebration
You want to share something festive on the go, so you choose a colour and pack size to suit the treats you’re planning to make.
Who are aniseed sprinkles on the go useful for?
People making snacks for the journey
You’d rather add aniseed sprinkles to crispbread or biscuits at home than serve them loose in the car. Jumbo shows how to use them as a biscuit topping in one of its recipes.
Shoppers who check the label
You’re choosing for someone with an allergy or dietary requirement, so you check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging of the version you buy. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority highlights the allergen information required on the labels of pre-packed products.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide how you want to serve the aniseed sprinkles on the go. Then choose a quantity and type that suit your treat.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity needed | Compare the contents of the box with the amount of topping you need for your treats. | If I’m preparing something for several people, I want to take enough aniseed sprinkles without choosing an unnecessarily large box. For around 33% of consumers, the quantity they need comes first. |
| Serving without making a mess | Decide whether you’ll add the sprinkles to crispbread or biscuits in advance, and how you’ll transport the prepared snacks. | Loose sprinkles are tricky to serve in the car, so I’d rather prepare the treats at home. Avoiding spills is the main concern for around 45% of consumers. |
| Colour and product type | Choose a colour for the occasion, or check whether you want regular or crushed aniseed sprinkles. | For my celebration, the look or type of sprinkles is what matters most. This is the deciding factor for around 22% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Taking aniseed sprinkles as a ready-to-eat car snack
Aniseed sprinkles are sold as a topping and a bread spread. Loose sprinkles are less practical to serve during a journey.
Prepare your treats in advance on a base such as crispbread or a biscuit, and transport them in a way that keeps the sprinkles from coming loose easily.
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Relying only on allergen information online
Ingredient information can change. If you have an allergy or dietary restriction, check the label on the version you actually buy.
Before eating, read the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains what allergen information must appear on pre-packed products.
A useful brand to consider
De Ruijter
Jumbo lists De Ruijter aniseed sprinkles in several colours, as well as a crushed version.
- The versions listed offer a choice of colour and product type.
- Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information for the version you buy; the colour or product type alone doesn’t tell you anything about these.
Aniseed sprinkles for a treat prepared in advance
These blue and white aniseed sprinkles are designed as a topping for anyone preparing a treat at home to take on a journey. Before buying, check whether the 330 g pack is the right size for the number of treats you’re making.
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De Ruijter Blue and white aniseed sprinkles 330 g
Ideal as a topping for a treat you prepare before setting off.
Jumbo says to store the blue and white version in a dry place. Follow the instructions on the packaging you receive, and check the label if you have allergies or dietary restrictions.
Frequently asked questions
Can you eat aniseed sprinkles loose as a snack in the car?
Aniseed sprinkles are more practical as a topping on a snack prepared in advance than as loose sprinkles in the car. Jumbo sells them as a topping and shows how to use them on biscuits in one of its recipes.
When should you choose regular or crushed aniseed sprinkles?
Choose crushed aniseed sprinkles if that’s the product type you want for your treat; choose regular sprinkles if you’re looking for individual sprinkles in one of the available colours. Also check that the pack size you choose is suitable for what you’re making.
Should you check the label if you have an allergy?
Yes. Check the allergen information on the packaging of the version you actually buy. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains allergen labelling for pre-packed products; Albert Heijn also recommends checking the packaging, as product information can change.
How should you store aniseed sprinkles during a car journey?
Store the blue and white De Ruijter aniseed sprinkles in a dry place, as Jumbo advises for this version. Also check the storage and use-by information on your own packaging, including after opening the box.