Which size works best for you?

If you want to hand out portions to each child beforehand

If you want to set aside a set amount for the hunt or a lunchbox, individual portions make it easy. Albert Heijn lists a De Ruijter small pack as containing 80 portions of 15 g.

If you want to keep the activity and home use separate

Want to use one pack for the hunt and keep another sealed for later? According to Albert Heijn, the De Ruijter 2-pack reviewed here comes as two separate packs. You’ll still need to portion them out for each child yourself.

If you’ll still be using chocolate flakes after Easter

If you’ll use the flakes on bread or as a topping later, a 300 g box could suit you. Jumbo, ALDI and PLUS list this size. Before buying, think about how you’ll portion out the contents for the hunt and store the rest afterwards.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you need individual portions, want to keep two occasions separate, or are mainly looking for a box you can continue using at home.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Handing out portions beforehand Check the number of individual portions and the amount in each one. If I want to set aside a sealed portion for every child or lunchbox in advance, I don’t want to have to measure anything out during the activity. An estimated 40% of consumers say handing out portions in advance is their main priority.
Two separate occasions Check whether the 2-pack contains two separate packs. I want to open one pack for the hunt and keep the other sealed for later. This separate use is thought to be the deciding factor for around 30% of consumers.
Saving some for later Compare the size of the box and think about how you’ll seal and store it once opened. If I’ll still be using the flakes on bread or as a topping after the hunt, I want a pack that suits how I plan to use them afterwards. An estimated 30% of consumers prioritise this.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a 2-pack means portions for each child

    Two separate packs let you keep one unopened for later, but they won’t automatically divide the flakes between the participants.

    If you want to give everyone their own sealed portion beforehand, look for a pack with individual portions. If you choose a 2-pack, you’ll need to work out how to hand them out yourself.

  • Relying only on online allergen information

    Allergens vary between products and varieties. For the De Ruijter milk chocolate small pack reviewed here, Albert Heijn lists milk, lactose and soya; PLUS says its plain chocolate flakes reviewed here may contain milk and lactose.

    Before handing them out, read the label on the exact pack you bought, especially if you need to take allergies into account.

  • Opening a large box without a plan for the rest

    With a 300 g box, you’ll need to portion out the flakes yourself, and there may be some left over after the hunt.

    This size is best if you’ll use the flakes later too. Seal the pack properly after use and follow the storage instructions on the label.

Brands and retailers to consider

De Ruijter

Albert Heijn lists both a De Ruijter milk chocolate flakes 2-pack and a small pack with individual portions.

  • The 2-pack reviewed here comes as two separate packs; the small pack contains 80 portions of 15 g.
  • The milk chocolate small pack reviewed here lists milk, lactose and soya. Check the label on the variety you choose.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn is the retailer for the De Ruijter packs reviewed here, rather than a separate chocolate flakes brand in this comparison.

  • The product information distinguishes between the 2-pack and the small pack with individual portions.
  • Albert Heijn says product information may change, so check the ingredients and allergens on the pack.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists own-brand 300 g boxes of milk and plain chocolate flakes, among other products.

  • These boxes are worth considering if you’ll also use the flakes after the hunt.
  • A 300 g box isn’t the same as individual portions for participants.

ALDI / Kiekeboe

ALDI lists Kiekeboe milk or plain chocolate flakes in 300 g packs.

  • This box size could work if you’ll use the flakes during the activity and at home afterwards.
  • It isn’t an individual-portion pack, so you’ll need to decide how to hand them out.

PLUS

PLUS lists own-brand plain chocolate flakes in a 300 g box.

  • This box size suits anyone who wants to use the contents over several occasions.
  • According to PLUS product information, this variety may contain milk and lactose. Check the current label before handing it out.

Lidl

Lidl lists a 300 g box of milk chocolate flakes.

  • This size is worth considering if you’ll still be using the flakes after the hunt.
  • Check the information on the pack you choose, including the ingredients and allergens.

Chocolate flakes to enjoy after the hunt

This 300 g box of chocolate flakes is an option if you’ll also be using flakes at home after the Easter egg hunt. If you want to hand them out to each child beforehand, you’ll need to portion them out yourself.

g'woon milk chocolate flakes, 300 g

g'woon milk chocolate flakes, 300 g

A box to consider if you’ll also be using the flakes at home after the hunt. Contents: 300 g; you’ll need to portion them out yourself if you want individual servings.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a 2-pack the same as a pack of individual portions for each child?

No. According to Albert Heijn, the De Ruijter 2-pack reviewed here comes as two separate packs, while the small pack reviewed here contains 80 portions of 15 g. With the 2-pack, you’ll still need to portion out the flakes for each child yourself.

Which allergens should I check before handing out chocolate flakes?

Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack of the exact variety you’ve chosen. For the De Ruijter milk chocolate small pack reviewed here, Albert Heijn lists milk, lactose and soya; according to PLUS, the plain chocolate flakes reviewed here may contain milk and lactose.

How should I store an opened box of chocolate flakes after the hunt?

Seal the pack properly after use and follow the storage instructions on the label. The De Ruijter and PLUS product information reviewed here says to store in a cool, dry place.

What can I put in a lunchbox for young children instead of chocolate flakes?

You can mix things up with other sandwich fillings. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre suggests options such as fruit, vegetables, pulses and eggs for varying sandwich fillings for young children.