If you want to have some left over
You want to have enough in for your guests, but you’ll also want to consider whether you’ll use an opened or extra pack later.
Which option suits you?
If you expect different flavour preferences
You’re not sure whether everyone will want the same chocolate variety, so you’re choosing between separate flavours and a pre-mixed pack.
If you need to take allergies into account
You want to be able to check the ingredients and any listed allergens in your chosen variety before serving it.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide how much chocolate you want to put on the table and whether you’ll use any leftovers. Then choose a flavour and, if anyone has an allergy, check the label on the pack you’ll actually be serving.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Quantity and leftovers | Check the total net weight and consider whether you’ll use an extra pack later. Albert Heijn lists the De Ruijter 2-pack as two separate 200 g packs. | If I’m having a lot of guests, I want to put out enough without being left with more than I need. For around 50% of consumers, having the right amount in stock comes first. |
| Flavour choice | Check whether you’re buying one flavour, separate flavours or a mix. Jumbo lists its Duo Vlokken Mix as 50% chocolate flakes and 50% white flakes. | If I don’t know what my guests like, I don’t want to choose just one flavour for everyone. Around 30% of consumers prioritise this choice of flavours. |
| Allergens and labelling | Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’ve bought. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains what allergen information should appear on the label of pre-packed foods. | If a guest has an allergy, I want to be able to check what’s in these exact flakes before serving them. This check comes first for around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a 2-pack is a catering-sized pack
A multipack may simply contain standard individual packs. Albert Heijn says its De Ruijter 2-pack is supplied as two separate items.
Add up the net weight and only choose extra packs if you expect to use what’s left.
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Assuming a mix lets you choose flavours separately
With a pre-mixed pack, guests can’t choose each flavour separately. Jumbo says its Duo Vlokken Mix contains chocolate flakes and white flakes in one pack.
Choose separate varieties if you want your guests to pick their own flavours.
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Relying on a brand name or vegan claim when checking for allergens
According to the product information, the dark chocolate flakes listed as vegan by PLUS may contain milk and lactose. So a claim about the product doesn’t replace checking the allergen information.
Read the current label on the variety you’ve bought, and keep the packaging handy in case guests ask about the ingredients.
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Assuming every product is available in the same way
ALDI directs shoppers to its stores for Kiekeboe chocolate flakes, while Lidl says its dark chocolate flakes are available in store only.
Before you set off, check how the product you’ve chosen can be bought.
Brands to consider
De Ruijter
Albert Heijn lists De Ruijter milk chocolate flakes in a 2-pack containing two 200 g packs.
- The two packs contain 400 g in total.
- The packs are supplied as separate items, so this quantity is best if you expect to use the same variety again later.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists, among other products, 300 g packs of chocolate flakes and a Duo Vlokken Mix in the same size.
- The Duo Vlokken Mix combines chocolate flakes and white flakes in equal quantities.
- Jumbo says the mix may contain gluten, milk and wheat. Check the label before offering it to guests with allergies.
PLUS
PLUS lists dark chocolate flakes in a 300 g pack.
- The product information describes this variety as vegan.
- The same information says the product may contain milk and lactose. The vegan claim doesn’t replace an allergen check.
Kiekeboe
ALDI lists Kiekeboe chocolate flakes in milk or dark varieties, in 300 g packs.
- You can choose either a milk or dark variety.
- ALDI directs shoppers to its stores for this product, so check availability at the branch you plan to visit.
Venz
PLUS lists Venz Rimboe flakes alongside other chocolate products from the brand.
- The product name makes it easier to search specifically for the flakes variety.
- Venz Kwinkslag is vanilla-flavoured chocolate sprinkles, not another name for chocolate flakes.
Products for the coffee table
These Joybuy products come in a range of pack sizes and flavour varieties for your coffee table. Check the product type and label for each item, especially if you’re looking specifically for flakes or need to take allergies into account.
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g'woon milk chocolate flakes 300 g
A 300 g pack if you want to serve milk chocolate flakes. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging before serving.
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De Ruijter Hail Chocolate Pure 390 g
A 390 g pack for anyone looking for a dark chocolate variety. If you specifically want flakes rather than another type of chocolate topping, check the product type before buying.
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De Ruijter Flake Feast 200 g
A 200 g pack if you want to serve a smaller quantity. Check the flavour description and label to see whether it’s right for your guests.
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Sprinkles Choca Flakes 200 g
Choca Flakes in a 200 g pack for anyone looking for a smaller quantity. Check whether this pack size is enough for what you plan to serve, and read the label if anyone has an allergy.
Frequently asked questions
How much chocolate flakes should I buy for coffee with friends?
Choose an amount that suits what you’re serving and whether you’ll use any leftover flakes later. Compare the net weight of the packs: a 300 g pack and a 2-pack containing 400 g in total give you different amounts to keep in stock, and neither is automatically the right choice for every coffee gathering.
Are vegan dark chocolate flakes suitable for someone with a milk allergy?
A vegan claim isn’t enough to confirm this. PLUS describes its dark chocolate flakes as vegan, but also says they may contain milk and lactose. If someone has an allergy, read the allergen information on the pack you’ve bought.
How should I store any flakes left over after my guests have gone?
Follow the storage advice and use-by date on the packaging. For De Ruijter 200 g milk chocolate flakes, Joybuy recommends storing them in a cool, dry place away from sunlight, heat and moisture, and sealing the pack well after opening.
What should I do about allergen information if I serve the flakes loose?
If you’re hosting at home, keep the packaging available so guests can check the ingredients and allergens in each variety. For businesses serving unpackaged food to consumers, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergen information must be provided in a way other than on a label.