Party planner catering for a crowd
If several guests want the same chocolate sprinkles, start by working out how many rusks you’ll be serving and what pack size you’ll need.
Who is each option suited to?
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A mix or a different colour can add variety to the table. Be sure to check the ingredients and allergens in each option you choose.
Host checking for allergens
If any of your guests need to avoid certain ingredients, the label on the exact packaging is the one to follow. Also consider what happens when guests help themselves from a shared bag.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you need a large sharing pack, a variety of options or individual portions for each guest. Then check the label for each option if allergens are a concern for your guests.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Quantity | Compare the net weight with the number of rusks you plan to serve. | If lots of guests want the same flavour, I want enough to sprinkle from one shared bag. Around 42% of consumers put quantity first. |
| Flavour and appearance | Check whether the pack contains chocolate sprinkles, a mix or fruit sprinkles. | For a party table catering for different tastes, I want more choice than just one chocolate flavour. Around 25% of consumers put variety first. |
| Serving individual portions | For portion packs, count the sachets and check which types they contain. | If guests are making their own rusks, I want to be able to put out sealed portions. Individual servings are the top priority for around 17% of consumers. |
| Allergens | Check both ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ on the exact packaging, and use separate sprinkling utensils if needed. | If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know before serving which option is suitable for them. Around 16% of consumers prioritise checking for allergens. |
Common mistakes
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Choosing a large bag without working out how much you need
A 600 g pack is particularly useful when several guests will be having the same kind of chocolate sprinkles. For a table with different flavours, a smaller pack of each type may be a better fit.
Work out how many rusks you plan to serve, then choose between one sharing bag and several different options.
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Assuming ‘dark’ means allergen-free
Albert Heijn lists milk and soya as allergens in De Ruijter Royaal extra dark chocolate sprinkles. The Venz and De Ruijter party mixes reviewed also list several allergens.
Check the label on the option you’ve bought just before serving, and avoid cross-contact when sprinkling.
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Assuming a product page guarantees availability
Lidl Netherlands states that its 550 g XXL dark chocolate sprinkles are only available in store. The ways you can buy an option can therefore vary by product.
Before doing your party shopping, check whether your chosen product is available for delivery, collection or in-store purchase.
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Thinking baker’s salt is a feature of chocolate sprinkles
Iodine in baker’s salt relates to the bread product, not the sprinkles on top. According to the Voedingscentrum, bakers are not required to use baker’s salt.
Check the bread or rusks separately if their ingredients are relevant to your choice.
Brands and supermarket ranges to consider
Kiekeboe
ALDI Netherlands lists Kiekeboe chocolate sprinkles in 600 g packs and fruit sprinkles in a 400 g pack.
- The 600 g packs are worth considering if lots of guests want the same chocolate flavour.
- Check the option you’ve chosen and its availability at your local store.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists its own 600 g chocolate sprinkles in milk, dark and duo-mix varieties.
- You can compare different types in the same pack size.
- Check which option is available at your local store or for delivery to your address.
De Ruijter
Albert Heijn lists, among other products, the 390 g Hagelfeest mix and a Kleintjes pack with eight individual portions.
- The mix and individual portions suit different ways of serving.
- Ingredients and allergens vary by option; check which types are included in a portion pack too.
Venz
Jumbo lists Venz Kwinkslag as a 400 g mix, alongside other Venz chocolate sprinkles.
- Kwinkslag is a ready-mixed option if you’d like to add variety to your rusks.
- The specific Kwinkslag option lists milk, cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat.
Lidl
Lidl Netherlands is included here as a supermarket range to consider, not as a confirmed manufacturer: its product page lists 550 g XXL dark chocolate sprinkles without a separate brand name.
- The 550 g pack is another option to compare with 400 g and 600 g packs.
- The listed option is only available in store, so check what’s in stock at your local branch.
Products for the party table
These Joybuy products include sharing packs of chocolate sprinkles and a smaller pack of chocolate flakes. Choose sprinkles for the rusks you’re serving, or check whether the flakes are right for the way you plan to serve them.
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g'woon Milk Chocolate Sprinkles with Smiley Faces 600 g
A sharing pack for a party table where several guests want milk chocolate sprinkles. Check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging before serving.
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De Ruijter Fruit Sprinkles 400 g
For anyone who wants to serve a fruit-flavoured option alongside chocolate sprinkles. Read the label on this pack before serving it to your guests.
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De Ruijter Dark Chocolate Sprinkles 390 g
A smaller sharing pack for guests who want dark chocolate sprinkles. The ‘dark’ description doesn’t replace the need to check the allergens on the label.
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g'woon Dark Chocolate Flakes 300 g
These are chocolate flakes, not sprinkles, in a 300 g pack. Choose this option only if flakes are suitable for the rusks you’re serving, and check the label for the ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
How many rusks can I top with 600 g of chocolate sprinkles?
That depends on how much you use on each rusk. Joybuy gives a serving size of 20 g for one slice of bread for g'woon Milk Chocolate Sprinkles 600 g, with 30 such servings per pack. You may use a different amount on a rusk.
Do I need to check the allergens in each type of chocolate sprinkles?
Yes. Read the label for every specific option you serve. Jumbo lists milk, cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat for Venz Kwinkslag; Albert Heijn lists the same allergens for De Ruijter Hagelfeest. If needed, use a separate dish and spoon to avoid cross-contact.
How should I store an opened bag of chocolate sprinkles?
Seal the pack tightly after use and follow the storage instructions on the label. Venz product information says to store in a cool, dry place; g'woon also recommends keeping the product away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.
Do chocolate sprinkles tell me anything about the iodine in rusks?
No. The chocolate sprinkles won’t tell you which salt was used to make the rusks. The Voedingscentrum explains that iodine is added to baker’s salt, but bakers aren’t required to use it. Check the information for the rusks separately if this matters to your choice.
Can I get every large pack of chocolate sprinkles delivered?
No. Purchase options vary by product and retailer. For example, Lidl Netherlands states that its 550 g XXL dark chocolate sprinkles are only available in store. Before buying, check which options are available for the pack you’ve chosen.