Anyone hosting movie night
You want to serve a portion of flakes neatly at the table and keep the rest of the pack for another occasion.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Anyone looking for a particular chocolate flavour
You can choose between dark, milk, white or a mix, so the topping suits what you want to serve on the snack table.
Anyone keeping allergens in mind
Before serving, you need to be able to check which ingredients and allergens are listed for your chosen variety, even if the flakes have already been transferred to a jar.
What should you look for when choosing?
Decide which flavour you want to serve and how much you need for the table. Then check the allergen information for your chosen variety, and keep the packaging to hand when transferring the flakes.
| What to consider | What to check | Who is this most important for? |
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| Flavour | Check whether the variety is dark, milk, white or a mix. | If I’m choosing one topping for the snack table, I want to know whether the flavour will suit my guests. For around 29% of consumers, flavour would be the first thing to consider. |
| Pack size | Compare the net weight with the amount you want to serve and store. | For a larger movie night, I want to have plenty of flakes to serve without putting the whole pack in the serving jar. For around 29% of consumers, quantity would be the priority. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the current label for the exact variety, including any ‘may contain’ information. | If someone at the table needs to avoid an ingredient, I want to be able to check the correct packaging before serving. For around 21% of consumers, ingredient suitability would be the main consideration. |
| Serving and storage | Check that the serving jar is clean and dry, and follow the storage instructions on the packaging for the rest. | I want to serve a small portion at the table while keeping the information with the remaining supply. This would be the most important consideration for around 21% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming the flavour name tells you about allergens
The white De Ruijter flakes on PLUS’s product page list milk, lactose and soya. Jumbo’s listing for De Ruijter Vlokken Royaal lists soya and possible traces of milk. So the flavour name doesn’t tell you everything about the ingredients.
Before serving, read the label on the variety you bought and keep it to hand if you put the flakes in a glass jar.
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Transferring the whole pack in advance
If the original packaging is no longer with the jar, it’s harder to find the ingredients, allergen information and best-before date. Jumbo advises storing De Ruijter Vlokken Royaal in a cool, dry place.
Only transfer the portion you want to serve into a clean, dry jar. Seal the rest again and follow the storage instructions on the packaging.
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Choosing a large pack without working out how much you’ll serve
Albert Heijn and Jumbo stock flakes in a range of pack sizes. The pack weight doesn’t tell you how much will fit in your glass jar or how much you’ll want to put out that evening.
Work out the amount you want on the table first, then choose a pack whose remaining contents you can store.
Brands to compare
De Ruijter
De Ruijter offers flakes in several flavours, including white and Royaal.
- The varieties give you a choice of flavours; for example, PLUS lists 200 g packs of white flakes.
- Allergen information varies by variety: compare the label for the white flakes at PLUS with the one for Vlokken Royaal at Jumbo.
Choca
Choca flakes in 200 g packs feature in the range listings for Albert Heijn and Jumbo.
- An option if you’re looking for a 200 g pack.
- Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging of your chosen variety.
Venz
The supermarket ranges reviewed include Venz Tiger and Kroko flakes in 200 g packs.
- These varieties are worth considering if you specifically want to serve a mix of flavours or textures.
- Read the label for each variety before comparing its ingredients or allergens with other flakes.
Jumbo
Jumbo’s range listing includes own-brand flakes, including a 300 g dark chocolate variety.
- A 300 g pack could be a good fit if you want to divide a larger quantity into portions for the table.
- Check your chosen variety and its availability in store before planning movie night.
Kiekeboe
ALDI lists Kiekeboe chocolate flakes in milk and dark varieties, both in 300 g packs.
- Choose between milk and dark chocolate in the same listed pack size.
- Check which variety is available at your chosen store and read the label before serving.
Products for the snack table
Here are chocolate flakes and chocolate sprinkles to consider as a topping for movie night. If you want to put a glass jar on the table, transfer a portion and keep the product packaging for information about the rest.
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g'woon milk chocolate flakes 300 g
For a serving with a milk chocolate flavour; the pack contains 300 g. When serving, check the current label for allergens, including milk and wheat.
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De Ruijter Flake Feast 200 g
A 200 g pack for anyone who wants to serve a smaller amount. Check the allergen information for this variety, including the listings for wheat and soya and the possible presence of milk.
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De Ruijter Intense Dark Chocolate Sprinkles 200 g
200 g of chocolate sprinkles for anyone looking for a dark chocolate flavour. If you have an allergy, don’t rely on the word ‘dark’: check the current label for ingredients such as milk and soya.
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G'woon Just Sprinkles Mix 400 g
A mix of chocolate sprinkles in a 400 g pack, which you can portion out to serve if you like. Check the current label for allergens, including milk and wheat.
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Sprinkles Choca Flakes 200 g
200 g of chocolate flakes for a smaller serving. Check the packaging to see which flavour you’re buying, and check the label for wheat and soya and the possible presence of milk.
Frequently asked questions
Which pack size is right for a small glass serving jar?
Choose a pack based on what you want to serve and store, rather than guessing how much the jar holds. Albert Heijn and Jumbo stock, among others, 200 g, 240 g and 300 g packs; transfer only the portion you want into a clean, dry jar.
Do opened chocolate flakes need to be stored in a glass jar?
No, you don’t need a glass jar to store the rest. Jumbo’s product information for De Ruijter Vlokken Royaal advises storing it in a cool, dry place and closing the packaging after use; follow the label instructions for your variety.
Which allergens should you check across different flavours?
Always check the label for the exact variety, as the information varies. For white De Ruijter flakes, PLUS lists milk, lactose and soya; for De Ruijter Vlokken Royaal, Jumbo lists soya and the possible presence of milk. Keep the packaging to hand if you transfer the flakes to a serving jar.