If you want something to eat with your coffee straight away
If you don't want bread, yoghurt or any preparation, a chocolate bar is a better fit for the occasion than sprinkles. If you want exactly one measured portion, check the pack size.
Which option is right for you?
If you want sprinkles for one slice of bread
A single sachet can be more practical than a standard pack if you only want to use sprinkles once. Check how much each sachet contains, and make sure you have something to put them on.
If you check ingredients and allergens
Ingredients vary between sprinkles and chocolate bars, and between different varieties. Always read the current packaging, including the allergen information and any warnings about possible traces of allergens.
What should you consider when choosing?
First decide whether you want to eat chocolate straight away or use sprinkles on something else. Then choose a pack format that suits a single break or repeated use.
Chocolate bar
Choose this if: you want something to eat with your coffee without bread or yoghurt.
Bear in mind: a bar isn't the same as sprinkles, and the pack size doesn't necessarily mean it's a single portion.
Portion sachet of sprinkles
Choose this if: you want to measure out sprinkles for one slice of bread.
Bear in mind: even a portion sachet contains sprinkles that need bread or another base.
Standard pack of sprinkles
Choose this if: you want to use sprinkles as a topping on more than one occasion.
Bear in mind: if you only want something for an impromptu coffee break, you may be left with an opened pack.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it's important for |
|---|---|---|
| Ready to eat straight away | Check that it's a bar, and look at the pack size if you want a single portion. | If I want something to eat with my coffee straight away, I don't want to have to get bread or yoghurt ready. For around 42% of consumers, being able to eat it straight away is the priority. |
| Sprinkles for one occasion | Look for a portion pack and check the weight of each sachet and its intended use. | If I'm topping just one slice of bread, I want an amount that suits the occasion. Around 33% of consumers prefer a measured portion of sprinkles. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list, highlighted allergens and any warnings on the packaging for the exact variety. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to base my choice on the label for the right variety. For around 25% of consumers, checking this is their main concern. |
The product format makes a real difference: Albert Heijn describes De Ruijter sprinkles as a topping and sells Bros Single and Mars Reep single as bars. A bar doesn't replace a topping, just as a pack of sprinkles won't replace a snack you can eat without a base.
Common mistakes
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Assuming sprinkles are a ready-to-eat bar
If all you have with you is coffee, sprinkles aren't as convenient as a bar. They're meant to be used as a topping.
Before you buy, think about whether you want to eat the chocolate straight away or sprinkle it over something.
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Buying a standard pack for one slice of bread
Jumbo, for example, lists packs of sprinkles in 200 g and 600 g sizes. For a single occasion, the key difference is between buying a pack and choosing an individual portion.
If you're buying a portion sachet, check the weight of each one. Choose a standard pack if you plan to use the sprinkles more often.
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Relying on the flavour name to check for allergens
A flavour name doesn't tell you which allergens are in a particular variety of sprinkles or bar. For example, Albert Heijn lists milk, soya and wheat in De Ruijter Hagelfeest.
Whenever you buy, check the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging for the exact variety.
Brands to explore
These brands and shops offer different options for sprinkles. Their inclusion here doesn't mean that the same brand also offers a ready-to-eat bar.
De Ruijter
Sprinkles to use as a bread topping or to sprinkle over other foods. As well as standard packs, a single-portion pack is also available.
- A useful option if you want sprinkles for one slice of bread: check the weight of each sachet in the portion pack.
- Sprinkles aren't a bar; check the label for each variety, including the allergen information.
Venz
A sprinkles brand with milk chocolate and dark chocolate varieties, among others. Jumbo lists 400 g packs for these varieties.
- Offers a choice of sprinkles when you're looking for a topping.
- A standard pack isn't the same as a measured portion or a bar you can eat straight away.
Albert Heijn
A supermarket range that includes both sprinkles and individual chocolate bars.
- Lets you compare the product formats and portion information for sprinkles and bars.
- Check the details on the packaging of the product you choose, especially the ingredients and allergen information.
Jumbo
A supermarket range with own-brand sprinkles and varieties from brands including Venz.
- Lists sprinkles in different pack sizes, so you can choose one that suits how you plan to use them.
- Even a smaller pack of sprinkles is still a topping, not an individual bar.
Chocolate bars to enjoy with coffee on Joybuy
This selection features 100 g chocolate bars for anyone who wants to enjoy chocolate with their coffee without bread or yoghurt. These aren't sprinkles; check the portion information if you're looking for exactly one measured snack.
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Lindt Excellence 78% Cacao, 100 g
A bar for anyone who wants to enjoy chocolate with their coffee without needing anything else.
The product name specifies 78% cacao and a 100 g pack. Check the portion information if you want one measured amount, and read the current packaging for allergen information.
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Lindt Excellence 70% Cocoa Dark Chocolate, 100 g
A dark chocolate bar for a coffee break without bread or yoghurt.
The product name specifies 70% cocoa and 100 g. Check that the pack suits the portion you want. If you're checking for allergens, use the current label for this variety.
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Lindt Excellence Dark Orange Chocolate, 100 g
A bar for anyone who wants chocolate with an orange flavour to enjoy with their coffee, rather than sprinkles as a topping.
The pack contains 100 g. Before buying, check the portion information and read the ingredients on the current packaging for allergen information.
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Lindt Excellence 90% Cocoa Supreme Dark, 100 g
A dark chocolate bar for anyone who wants to enjoy chocolate straight away with their coffee.
The product name specifies 90% cocoa and 100 g. Check that the pack suits the amount you want for one break, and check the allergen label if needed.
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Lindt Excellence Caramel Hazelnut, 100 g
A chocolate bar with caramel and hazelnut for anyone who wants something to eat straight away with their coffee.
The pack contains 100 g. Check that the portion suits your occasion, and read the current ingredients and allergen information, especially if hazelnut is relevant to you.
Frequently asked questions
Can I have sprinkles instead of a chocolate bar with my coffee?
Yes, if you want to have sprinkles on bread, yoghurt or another base. If you're looking for a snack to eat straight from the pack, a bar is a different product format. Albert Heijn describes De Ruijter sprinkles as a topping, and Bros Single and Mars Reep single as individual bars.
How do I choose sprinkles for one slice of bread?
Look for a portion pack and check the weight of each sachet and its intended use on the packaging. Don't assume all portion sachets contain the same amount.
Should I check the allergens on the packaging?
Yes. Check the current ingredients and allergen information on the packaging for the variety you've chosen. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergens must be clearly identifiable in the ingredients list. Different sprinkles and chocolate bars may contain different allergens.
How should I store chocolate sprinkles after opening?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of the product you buy, and seal it properly after use. This helps you keep track of when you plan to use the remaining sprinkles, even with a standard pack.