Who are chocolate flakes practical for?

Walkers who make their sandwiches in advance

You want to use chocolate flakes as a topping and are considering which pack size suits the amount you actually use at home.

Walkers going on a short outing

You’re looking for something sweet to enjoy at a mealtime and don’t mind putting the flakes on bread beforehand rather than taking them loose.

Shoppers who read labels carefully

Ingredients, nutritional information or allergens help determine your choice. Check the packaging of the specific variety you’re buying.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide what matters most for your walk: the pack size for home use, how to carry the flakes or the information on the label.

What to consider What to check before buying Who is this important for?
Pack size and portion Check the pack weight and think about how much you’ll use as a topping. If I’m making a sandwich for a walk at home, I want to choose a pack that suits how much I use. For around 40% of consumers, this is the main deciding factor.
Carrying and warm weather Check the storage instructions and decide whether to prepare your sandwich in advance or use a small, sealed container. I don’t want loose, melted flakes in my bag on a warm day out. For around 30% of consumers, ease of carrying comes first.
Nutritional information and allergens Read the ingredients, nutritional information per 100 g and allergen warnings on the packaging. If I need to watch my ingredients or allergens, I want to be able to check the specific variety. This is the top priority for around 30% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Treating chocolate flakes as a complete snack for a walk

    Chocolate flakes are intended as a topping. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre does not include chocolate in the Wheel of Five, and a portion of flakes is no substitute for a drink on a walk.

    If you like, use them on a sandwich prepared in advance, and plan food and drink for your outing separately.

  • Assuming a vegan label gives you all the allergen information

    PLUS labels its dark chocolate flakes as vegan, but also says the product may contain milk and lactose. A vegan label does not replace the warnings on the packaging.

    If you have an allergy or intolerance, check the ingredients and warnings on the pack you’re buying.

  • Taking loose flakes on a warm day

    Wanderworld points out that chocolate can melt in summer. Loose flakes are also harder to eat from a rucksack than bread prepared in advance.

    If you can’t keep them cool, choose a different snack in warm weather. If you do take flakes, pack a small portion in a well-sealed container.

Brands compared

Jumbo

Jumbo sells its own chocolate flakes, including milk and dark varieties.

  • Jumbo lists both varieties in 300 g packs.
  • Check the ingredients and nutritional information on the pack for your chosen variety.

PLUS

PLUS offers dark chocolate flakes in a 300 g pack.

  • PLUS lists the ingredients, nutritional information and Nutri-Score E for this variety. The stated amounts per 100 g are 63,8 g of sugars and 9,4 g of saturated fat.
  • Although PLUS labels this variety as vegan, it also states that it may contain milk and lactose.

Kiekeboe

ALDI lists Kiekeboe chocolate flakes in 300 g milk and dark varieties.

  • At ALDI, you can choose between milk and dark chocolate.
  • Check which variety is available in store and read the current label.

De Ruijter

De Ruijter offers several types of chocolate flakes, including milk, dark and white; the details vary by variety.

  • For De Ruijter Milk Chocolate Flakes, 200 g, Joybuy lists nutritional information and allergens.
  • According to Joybuy, this milk variety contains milk and soya. Don’t assume the same applies to other varieties without checking their labels.

Lidl

Lidl lists 300 g milk chocolate flakes as an in-store product.

  • The stated pack weight helps you choose a suitable size.
  • Check the packaging in store for ingredients and nutritional information.

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Frequently asked questions

Are chocolate flakes handy for a walk?

Chocolate flakes are easiest to enjoy on a sandwich you’ve prepared in advance, rather than straight from a pack as a snack. Chocolate can melt on warm days, so choose something else if you can’t keep the flakes cool.

How can I take flakes with me without making a mess?

Prepare your sandwich in advance, or put loose flakes in a small, tightly sealed container. Store them in a cool, dry place as instructed on the packaging and keep them out of direct sunlight.

What should I look out for with allergens?

Read the ingredients and warnings on the current packaging for the specific variety. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that 14 allergens must be listed on food labels. A vegan label is no substitute for checking: for example, PLUS states that its dark chocolate flakes may contain milk and lactose.