Which pack is right for you?

Buffet host looking to limit shared use

If guests will help themselves to small amounts, individual portions can stop everyone handling the same large pack. Albert Heijn lists De Ruijter Kleintjes as containing eight portions of 15 g and 20 g.

Host expecting lots of guests

If lots of guests want chocolate sprinkles, the total quantity is an important consideration. Jumbo lists its dark chocolate sprinkles in a 600 g pack containing 30 portions. Also think about how guests will serve themselves from the shared pack.

Host mindful of allergens

If you’re offering different types of chocolate sprinkles, it’s important that guests can identify each product. Check the current ingredients and allergen information on each pack; it varies between the varieties mentioned.

What should you consider when choosing?

Individual portions

Best if: guests need to be able to help themselves to a small amount. Albert Heijn lists De Ruijter Kleintjes as containing eight individual portions.

Consider: the eight portions add up to 140 g, so you’ll need to work out how many packs you need for a larger group.

Large 600 g pack

Best if: having enough for lots of guests is your priority. Jumbo lists its dark chocolate sprinkles as weighing 600 g and containing 30 portions.

Consider: you’ll need a way to serve or share one pack; the larger quantity doesn’t guarantee mess-free serving.

Standard 390–400 g pack

Best if: you want a medium-sized pack or plan to offer a few flavours. Albert Heijn lists De Ruijter Puur at 390 g and an AH mix at 400 g; Jumbo lists Venz Puur at 400 g.

Consider: check the opening and label for each variety; the weight doesn’t confirm that it can be squeezed.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Portions and serving Check how many individual portions there are. If you want a squeeze bottle, check the opening and dispensing method of the exact pack. When guests are helping themselves, I don’t want everyone to have to use the same large pack. For around 40% of consumers, controlling portions comes first.
Enough for the group Compare the net weight and, where stated, the number of portions for the chocolate sprinkles you’ve chosen. When there are lots of guests, I want to put out enough chocolate sprinkles without having to open another pack. Having enough is the top priority for around 30% of consumers.
Flavour and allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information on the current pack, and make sure guests can tell the different varieties apart. If I’m offering several flavours, I want guests to be able to see which product they’re taking and check its label. This matters most to around 30% of consumers.

Common mistakes with buffet packs

  • Assuming a bottle is a squeeze bottle

    Joybuy describes De Ruijter Chocoladehagelslag Puur, 390 g, as ‘Bottle format’. That doesn’t tell you whether the pack has a squeeze function or a dispensing spout.

    Before buying, look for a clear image of the top and opening if that type of dispensing is important to you. Individual portions are another way to limit shared use.

  • Putting out a large pack without a serving plan

    Jumbo’s 600 g pack contains more than a 140 g pack of De Ruijter Kleintjes, but it’s still one shared pack.

    Put out a dry spoon or divide the chocolate sprinkles into small serving bowls beforehand if you don’t want guests to pour straight from the pack.

  • Assuming ‘dark’ tells you about allergens

    According to Albert Heijn’s product information, De Ruijter Chocoladehagel Puur contains milk and soya and may contain lactose. Jumbo also lists milk and soya for Venz Puur, with a warning that it may contain lactose.

    Read the current label for every product and make sure guests can tell which chocolate sprinkles go with each pack.

Comparing brands and supermarket own-labels

De Ruijter

Worth considering if you want to compare individual portions with a standard pack of chocolate sprinkles.

  • Albert Heijn lists eight De Ruijter Kleintjes portions of 15 g and 20 g, as well as a 390 g pack of Chocoladehagel Puur.
  • The dark chocolate sprinkles mentioned contain milk and soya and may contain lactose; check the label of the variety you choose.

Venz

A brand to include when comparing 400 g packs of dark chocolate sprinkles.

  • Jumbo lists Venz Puur Chocolade Hagelslag, 400 g, as containing at least 32% cocoa solids.
  • According to Jumbo, this variety contains milk and soya and may contain lactose; the product information doesn’t confirm that it can be squeezed.

Albert Heijn

A supermarket own-label to compare if you’d like to offer a mixed variety as well as dark chocolate sprinkles.

  • According to Albert Heijn, AH Hagelslag mix, 400 g, consists of 50% dark chocolate sprinkles and 50% white sprinkles.
  • The mix mentioned contains milk and lactose; check the label on the pack you’ll be using at the buffet.

Jumbo

A supermarket own-label to consider if a large pack of dark chocolate sprinkles suits the size of your group.

  • Jumbo lists its 600 g pack of Chocoladehagelslag Puur as containing 30 portions.
  • One large pack doesn’t offer individual portions. According to Jumbo, the variety mentioned may contain milk.

ALDI

A supermarket where you can compare the pack sizes of Kiekeboe chocolate sprinkles and De Ruijter.

  • ALDI Netherlands’ bread toppings range lists Kiekeboe Hagelslag mix, 600 g, and De Ruijter chocolate sprinkles, 390 g.
  • Before putting your chosen pack on the buffet, check its opening, ingredients and allergen information.

Chocolate sprinkles at Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions

Which pack works best for guests helping themselves to chocolate sprinkles?

Individual portions are a good choice if you want to avoid everyone handling the same large pack. Albert Heijn lists De Ruijter Kleintjes as containing eight individual portions. With a large pack, you could put out a dry spoon or small serving bowls instead.

Should I check the allergens in every type of chocolate sprinkles?

Yes, read the current label of every product you put out. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains how allergens are listed in the ingredients; the varieties mentioned also have different ingredients and allergen warnings.

How should I store chocolate sprinkles during a buffet?

Follow the storage and resealing instructions on the pack you’re using. Albert Heijn advises storing De Ruijter Royaal chocoladehagel extra puur in a cool, dry place and carefully pressing the pack closed after use. Check the pack itself for instructions if you’re using another variety.