Festival-goers considering a glass jar
If you want to put flakes from a jar on the campsite table, check your event’s rules first. For example, Lowlands says glass is not allowed at its campsites.
Who is this choice for?
Small camping groups
For a few breakfasts or bowls of yoghurt, a 200 g pack may suit your plans better than a larger supply. Albert Heijn and PLUS list sizes like this in their ranges.
Groups sharing breakfast
If you’re sharing several meals, consider the amount you’ll need, as well as how to reseal and store the pack. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list packs of 240 g and 300 g, among other sizes. Check the label on your chosen product before sharing it, too.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start by checking the festival’s rules on glass. Then decide which variety everyone can eat and how many flakes you actually want to take with you.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Glass at the campsite | Read the festival’s current rules and those for your campsite area before choosing a glass jar. Lowlands bans glass at its campsites. | If I want to serve flakes at the table, I don’t want to turn up with a banned jar; around 31% of consumers prioritise whether the packaging is allowed. |
| Allergens | Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging you’re taking, including any statements about possible traces. | If we’re sharing breakfast, I want to know whether the chosen variety is suitable for everyone’s allergies. For around 25% of consumers, checking the label is the top priority. |
| Easy to pack | Compare the net weight with the number of planned meals; 200 g packs are among the sizes available. | If I’m travelling with a small group, I don’t want to take more than we expect to use; around 19% of consumers prioritise compactness. |
| A supply to share | Compare the pack size with the number of meals you’ll be sharing, and read how to store your chosen product after opening. | For breakfast with several campers, I want to take enough flakes for everyone and be able to reseal the pack between meals. Around 25% of consumers prioritise having enough. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming you can bring a glass jar
A jar for serving at the table isn’t a practical choice if the event organiser bans glass. Lowlands lists glass as not permitted at its campsites.
Check your festival’s rules before you buy. Choose a glass-free way to pack your flakes unless it’s clear that glass is allowed.
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Assuming ‘dark’ or ‘vegan’ means allergen-free
These words don’t replace the allergen information. Albert Heijn lists soya and possible traces of milk for De Ruijter Dark Chocolate Flakes; PLUS lists wheat and soya, among other ingredients, for Choca.
Check the current packaging for each variety, especially if you’re sharing the flakes.
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Choosing a large pack without planning how to store it
A 240 g or 300 g pack may work well for sharing, but you’ll need to store it after opening as instructed for that product.
Only take the amount you expect to use, and follow the resealing and storage advice on the packaging.
Brands to consider
De Ruijter
Albert Heijn lists De Ruijter Dark Chocolate Flakes in a 200 g pack, as well as a Royaal variety in a 240 g pack.
- These pack sizes give you a choice between a smaller pack and a larger supply.
- The dark variety reviewed contains soya and may contain milk; check the allergens for each variety.
Choca
PLUS lists Choca Flakes in a 200 g box and describes them as cocoa-flavoured fantasy flakes.
- This size may suit a small number of meals.
- The variety described by PLUS contains wheat and soya and may contain milk.
Albert Heijn (huismerk)
Albert Heijn lists, among other products, 300 g packs of mixed flakes and milk chocolate flakes.
- This size may be suitable for several meals shared around the table.
- Check the packaging material, allergens and storage advice for each product you choose.
Jumbo (huismerk)
Jumbo lists 300 g packs of dark and milk chocolate flakes in its range.
- The varieties listed offer a choice of flavours in the same pack size.
- Check the label and packaging of the variety you’re actually taking with you.
PLUS (huismerk)
PLUS lists dark chocolate flakes in a 300 g box and advises storing them in a cool, dry, dark place.
- This size may be suitable for sharing with a group.
- The vegan label on the product page doesn’t replace checking the allergen information on the packaging.
Chocolate flakes for the campsite table
These Joybuy products come in 200 g or 300 g packs for breakfast or sharing. If you want to serve flakes in a glass jar, check separately which packaging you’ll receive and whether glass is allowed at the campsite.
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g'woon milk chocolate flakes 300 g
The 300 g pack may be a good option if you’re sharing flakes over several breakfasts.
Before sharing, check the allergens and the storage instructions for after opening on the packaging.
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De Ruijter Flake Feast 200 g
This smaller pack may suit a short stay or a small group.
Check the allergens on the packaging. Don’t assume it comes in a glass jar based on the product name.
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Sprinkles Choca Flakes 200 g
The 200 g pack is an option if you only need flakes for a few meals.
Before sharing, read the ingredients and allergen information on the label, and follow the storage advice after opening.
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De Ruijter Flakes Milk 200 g
This size may suit a small group looking to take milk chocolate flakes for breakfast.
Check the allergens and the resealing and storage instructions for this variety on the packaging.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take a glass jar of flakes to a festival campsite?
It depends on the festival’s rules. Lowlands bans glass at its campsites, so check your event’s rules before buying or packing a glass storage jar.
What should I check if someone in the group has a food allergy?
Read the ingredients, allergen information and any statements about possible traces on the packaging of the flakes you choose. Varieties can differ: Albert Heijn lists soya and possible traces of milk for De Ruijter Dark Chocolate Flakes, while PLUS lists wheat and soya for Choca.
How should I store opened chocolate flakes at the campsite?
Follow the storage advice on the packaging and reseal it as instructed after use. For the De Ruijter variety reviewed, Albert Heijn advises storing it in a cool, dry place; for its dark chocolate flakes, PLUS recommends a cool, dry, dark place.