Buffet planner keeping an eye on quantities
You want to use aniseed sprinkles as a small finishing touch without opening more packets than necessary. Check the net weight and decide in advance which buffet items you’ll sprinkle them over.
Who are aniseed sprinkles for?
Cake and dessert maker
You’re looking for sprinkles for biscuits, cupcakes, cakes or other baked goods. Whole and crushed aniseed sprinkles have different shapes, so choose the type that suits the decoration you have in mind.
Organiser who wants to inform guests
You want to be able to share the ingredients and allergens for every buffet item. The blue-and-white aniseed sprinkles described by PLUS contain wheat and gluten. Always check the current packaging of other varieties too.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide what you’ll serve the aniseed sprinkles on. Then choose the shape and quantity, and make sure the product information is available to guests.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity | Net weight in grams and the number of buffet items you’ll use the sprinkles on. | If I’m only adding aniseed sprinkles to a few desserts, I want to tailor the quantity to suit. Around 42% of consumers put this first. |
| Shape and presentation | Whole or crushed aniseed sprinkles, and the dishes you want to decorate with them. | For my cake or cupcakes, I’m looking for a shape that suits the decoration. This is the top priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Allergen information | The ingredients and allergens on the current packaging; keep this information available for dishes served without packaging too. | When guests help themselves to the buffet, I want to be able to tell them which allergens are present. This is the main concern for around 25% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming aniseed sprinkles are an allergen-free decoration
The blue-and-white aniseed sprinkles described by PLUS contain wheat and gluten. Don’t assume that every colour or variety has the same ingredients.
Read the packaging of the product you’re actually serving, and share the allergen information with the caterer or the person setting up the buffet.
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Putting out open bowls without product information
When food is displayed without packaging, guests can’t see the label. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that food businesses must inform customers about allergens present in unpackaged products.
Keep the packaging available or place the allergen information next to the dish. If you’re using a caterer, agree who will share this information with guests.
Brands to consider
De Ruijter
Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list De Ruijter varieties, including party sprinkles, blue-and-white aniseed sprinkles and crushed aniseed sprinkles.
- Whole and crushed varieties are available for different ways of sprinkling and decorating.
- PLUS lists wheat and gluten for the blue-and-white variety; check the label of the one you choose.
Whole aniseed sprinkles for the buffet
These two 330 g packs contain whole aniseed sprinkles, for anyone looking to add a blue-and-white or pink finishing touch to cakes and desserts. Choose the colour that suits your presentation, and check the packaging before serving.
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De Ruijter blue-and-white aniseed sprinkles, 330 g
For a blue-and-white topping on cakes or desserts. Joybuy lists wheat and gluten for this variety; check the current packaging before sharing allergen information with guests.
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De Ruijter pink aniseed sprinkles, 330 g
For anyone looking to decorate cupcakes or other baked goods with pink aniseed sprinkles. Check the ingredients and allergens on the current packaging before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose the right quantity of aniseed sprinkles for the buffet?
First, decide which dishes will have aniseed sprinkles, then compare the net weight of the packs. A 330 g pack and a 270 g pack contain different quantities, so choose the number of packs to suit the role the sprinkles will play in your buffet.
Should I choose whole or crushed aniseed sprinkles for cakes and cupcakes?
Choose whole aniseed sprinkles if you want the individual sprinkles to stand out as a topping, or crushed aniseed sprinkles if you’re after a finer finish. Product information lists both types for baked goods, so choose the shape that suits your decoration.
Which allergens should I mention at a buffet?
Mention the allergens in the products you’re actually serving; the blue-and-white aniseed sprinkles described by PLUS contain wheat and gluten. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that food businesses must inform customers about allergens present in unpackaged dishes. Check the packaging of every variety you use, and agree with your caterer who will provide the information.
Should I keep the packaging if I serve aniseed sprinkles in bowls?
Keep the current packaging, or the ingredients and allergen information, available at the buffet so you can answer guests’ questions. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that food businesses must inform customers about allergens present in unpackaged products.