Organisers buying for a group
They want to compare the amount in a pack with the number of guests and the other toppings on the table. Jumbo offers, among other options, 600 g packs of chocolate sprinkles.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Hosts who want to give guests a choice
They weigh up milk, dark, duo or extra-large sprinkles against the flavours they want to serve at their coffee get-together. Jumbo and ALDI offer a range of varieties and pack sizes.
Organisers who check ingredients
They want to check the ingredients and allergens on the exact pack before serving. The information for one variety doesn’t tell you what’s on the label of another.
What should you consider when choosing?
Work out how many guests are likely to have chocolate sprinkles and which flavours you want to serve. Then compare pack sizes and check the label and availability of your chosen variety.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size | Compare the net weight with the number of guests and the other toppings on offer. | If lots of guests want chocolate sprinkles on their bread, I want to know whether one pack will be enough. About 36% of consumers put the amount needed first. |
| Flavour and sprinkle type | Choose from options such as milk, dark, duo and XXL sprinkles, and decide whether to offer one or more varieties. | I want to serve something that suits the flavours my guests expect. This is the main consideration for about 29% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list and allergen information on the exact pack. | If guests need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to have the label available when I serve the food. This is the top priority for about 21% of consumers. |
| Availability | Check shortly before buying whether your chosen variety is available from your usual shop or ordering method. | If I still need to shop for the coffee get-together, I want to be able to find a pack through my usual route. About 14% of consumers prioritise this. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a large pack will be enough for the group
Jumbo offers 600 g packs, while ALDI and Lidl offer 550 g XXL options. The weight alone doesn’t tell you how many guests will help themselves or what else you’ll be serving.
First, estimate how many people will have chocolate sprinkles and when you’ll be serving them. Then compare that with the net weight of your chosen pack.
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Assuming the allergen information is the same for every variety
Information varies from product to product. For example, Albert Heijn lists milk and soya for its 390 g De Ruijter dark chocolate sprinkles.
Read the label on the exact pack you’re buying and keep it available for guests when you serve the food.
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Assuming every variety is available to order online
Lidl lists its 550 g XXL milk chocolate sprinkles as an in-store product. Jumbo says its 380 g Venz XXL dark variety isn’t in its online range.
Before you shop, check how to get the variety you want and, if necessary, have another size or flavour as a back-up.
This could save you an extra trip to the shops if your usual ordering method isn’t available for the variety you’ve chosen.
Brands to consider
The packs mentioned offer different options in terms of size, flavour and sprinkle type. Always check the details of the variety you actually want to buy.
Jumbo
Jumbo offers its own-brand chocolate sprinkles in milk, dark and duo varieties, each also available in a 600 g pack.
- Several flavours available in the same pack size.
- Check the ingredients and allergens for each variety individually.
Kiekeboe
ALDI describes Kiekeboe XXL as chocolate sprinkles with extra-large pieces, available in milk and dark varieties in a 550 g pack.
- An option if the type of sprinkles matters when choosing what to serve.
- Check availability at the ALDI store where you shop.
De Ruijter
Albert Heijn offers De Ruijter dark chocolate sprinkles in a 390 g pack.
- A smaller pack for anyone who specifically wants to serve this dark variety.
- Albert Heijn lists milk and soya for this variety. Read the label before serving it to guests.
Venz
Jumbo offers Venz varieties in sizes ranging from about 380 to 400 g, including milk, dark, white and XXL options.
- A range of flavours and sprinkle types if you’re looking for something specific.
- Jumbo says its 380 g Venz XXL dark variety isn’t in its online range. Check the availability of your chosen variety individually.
Mister Choc
Lidl offers 550 g XXL milk chocolate sprinkles as an in-store product.
- An XXL milk variety in a 550 g pack.
- Check the pack label in store, including the ingredients and allergen information.
Chocolate sprinkles on Joybuy
These two g'woon packs, weighing 600 g and 550 g, are suitable for a coffee get-together where you want to serve chocolate sprinkles to several guests. Choose a pack size based on the number of guests and check the details on the packaging.
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g'woon milk chocolate sprinkles with smileys, 600 g
For a coffee get-together with several guests, you can compare the 600 g pack size with the number of people who want chocolate sprinkles. Check the label on the exact pack before serving.
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g'woon milk chocolate sprinkles with smileys, 550 g
This 550 g pack is an option if you want to serve chocolate sprinkles to a group but are looking for a smaller size than 600 g. Check that the amount is right for your guests and read the allergen information on the pack.
Frequently asked questions
How much chocolate sprinkles do I need for a coffee get-together?
Base the amount on how many guests want chocolate sprinkles and what else you’re serving. Then compare the net weight of the packs: Jumbo offers 600 g options, while ALDI and Lidl offer 550 g XXL options. The pack weight alone won’t tell you how many packs your group needs.
Where can I check allergen information if I’m serving chocolate sprinkles to guests?
Read the allergen information on the exact pack and keep the label available for guests. Albert Heijn lists milk and soya for its 390 g De Ruijter dark chocolate sprinkles. Don’t assume another variety has the same ingredients.
Can I order every XXL pack online?
Not every XXL variety is available online. Lidl lists its 550 g XXL milk chocolate sprinkles as an in-store product, while Jumbo says its 380 g Venz XXL dark variety isn’t in its online range. So check how to order the pack you want.
How should I store an opened pack of chocolate sprinkles?
Follow the storage advice on the pack you’re using. Albert Heijn says De Ruijter dark chocolate sprinkles should be stored in a cool, dry place. Also check the best-before information on the pack itself.