Party organisers keeping an eye on quantities
You’re making treats for several guests and want a pack whose contents you’ll actually use. 600 g packs are an option if you need a lot of sprinkles; compare the type of chocolate too.
Who is this for?
Hosts who want a colourful topping
You want to finish cupcakes, ice cream or desserts with a splash of colour or a flavour other than chocolate. ALDI describes Kiekeboe Fruit Sprinkles as colourful, while Albert Heijn suggests using sprinkles on cupcakes, desserts and ice cream.
Buyers checking ingredients for their guests
You want to know which allergens and sugars are listed for a product before serving it. Albert Heijn and Jumbo’s product information shows why you should check the exact packaging, rather than relying on the product type alone.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide how many treats you want to decorate and whether you prefer chocolate or colour. Then check the ingredients and allergens for your chosen product.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity | Check the net weight and think about how many rolls, cupcakes or desserts you want to decorate. | If I’m making something for several guests, I want enough without being left with a large pack of leftovers. Around 50% of consumers put the quantity they need first. |
| Colour and flavour | Choose between chocolate sprinkles and fruit sprinkles deliberately; they don’t taste the same. | For treats that are going to be on display, I mainly want the topping to suit the presentation. Around 30% of consumers prioritise a celebratory finish. |
| Ingredients | Check the current label for allergens and compare sugars per 100 g if that matters to your choice. | If guests need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know exactly what I’m serving. This check is the top priority for around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming fruit sprinkles are the same as chocolate sprinkles
Fruit sprinkles have a different colour and flavour. So a colourful topping may not be what guests expect if you’ve promised chocolate sprinkles.
Choose fruit sprinkles for the look you want, or chocolate sprinkles when the chocolate flavour is the priority.
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Relying on similar packaging when checking for allergies
Allergens can vary between products. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority points out that allergens must be listed on the labels of pre-packed foods.
Read the label on the pack you’re going to use, including any warnings about cross-contamination. Confirm that the specific product is suitable before serving it to a guest with an allergy.
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Reading too much into a reduced-sugar claim
Albert Heijn compares its reduced-sugar dark chocolate sprinkles with AH Dark Chocolate Sprinkles. That comparison alone says nothing about other sprinkles or whether the product is suitable for every guest.
Check which product it’s being compared with and read the nutritional information per 100 g on the packaging.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
The AH own brand includes 600 g packs of dark chocolate sprinkles and a separate 250 g reduced-sugar dark chocolate variety.
- The different pack sizes let you choose between a larger pack and a smaller option with a specific sugar claim.
- According to Albert Heijn, the reduced-sugar variety contains 30% less sugar than AH Dark Chocolate Sprinkles, but still has 43 g of added sugars per 100 g. Check the listed allergens too.
Jumbo
Jumbo has own-brand milk, dark and duo varieties, including 600 g packs.
- You can match the type of chocolate to the treats you’re making.
- Weight, flavour and ingredients vary by product. Jumbo lists milk as an allergen in its 380 g milk chocolate sprinkles.
Kiekeboe
Kiekeboe is an ALDI brand, with options including 600 g packs of dark chocolate sprinkles and 400 g packs of fruit sprinkles.
- The fruit sprinkles add a colourful topping for anyone who isn’t looking for a chocolate flavour.
- Fruit sprinkles and chocolate sprinkles are different types of product, so don’t choose based on the packaging or quantity alone.
De Ruijter
De Ruijter offers 390 g packs of dark and milk chocolate sprinkles, as well as special varieties.
- An option if you want to serve a particular De Ruijter flavour or variety.
- Check the weight and ingredients for each product; a special variety isn’t necessarily the same as ordinary chocolate sprinkles.
Venz
Venz offers milk chocolate sprinkles and other flavours, including Rimboe Beer with milk and vanilla flavour.
- Worth considering if a particular flavour or texture is central to the treats you’re making.
- Compare the exact varieties: the milk chocolate sprinkles mentioned are 400 g, while the Rimboe Beer variety reviewed is 380 g.
Mister CHOC
Lidl’s Mister CHOC range includes a dark chocolate sprinkles variety.
- An option if you’re specifically looking for dark chocolate sprinkles.
- Check the packaging and product information for the variety you want to buy.
Sprinkles at Joybuy
If you want to use sprinkles as a colourful finish for cakes or desserts, this smiley-face pack is one option. Before buying, check that the quantity and ingredients suit your plans.
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g'woon Hagelslag Milk Chocolate With Smileys 600 g
For anyone who wants to decorate cakes or desserts with sprinkles and smiley faces. The pack contains 600 g; check the current label for the exact type of chocolate, ingredients and allergens.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need to keep sprinkles for a birthday get-together in the freezer?
No. The Albert Heijn and Jumbo sprinkles mentioned should be stored in a cool, dry place; Albert Heijn also advises keeping them out of the light. Before you buy, follow the storage advice on the pack you’ve chosen.
What should I check if a guest has an allergy?
Read the current label on the specific pack, including the allergens and any warnings about cross-contamination. Don’t rely on a different flavour or an older pack.
What does ‘reduced sugar’ mean for AH Dark Chocolate Sprinkles?
According to Albert Heijn, AH Reduced-Sugar Dark Chocolate Sprinkles contains 30% less sugar than AH Dark Chocolate Sprinkles. The listed amount of added sugars is 43 g per 100 g; read the nutritional information if you want to compare varieties.
What should I look for in a large pack of sprinkles?
Choose a quantity that suits the treats you’re making and check the type of chocolate. The 600 g packs mentioned include dark chocolate sprinkles from ALDI and Albert Heijn, as well as milk chocolate sprinkles from Jumbo.