Who should consider the packaging?

If you want to sprinkle them precisely

If you want to add chocolate sprinkles to appetisers without making a mess, check the opening and how they’re dispensed. The pack’s weight alone won’t tell you that.

If you want to offer individual portions

Individual portions are an option for small amounts or a choice of flavours. Albert Heijn lists both De Ruijter Kleintjes and AH Strooi mini’s as containing eight portions in a 140 g pack.

If you’re checking ingredients for guests

Check the ingredients and allergens for your chosen flavour before serving. Albert Heijn’s product information lists different allergens for the varieties reviewed, including milk, soya and wheat.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want controlled dispensing, individual portions to hand out or a pack to share. Then always check that your chosen variety is suitable for the guests at your table.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Packaging and dispensing Check the type of packaging and whether a dispensing opening or squeeze function is specifically mentioned. If I want to sprinkle chocolate sprinkles precisely over appetisers, I want to know how much control the packaging offers. Around 50% of consumers prioritise this dispensing control.
Portions and variety Compare the net weight, the number of individual portions and the flavours available. For small amounts or a choice of toppings, I’d rather offer guests individual portions than one pack to share. This is the main priority for around 30% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the up-to-date ingredients list and allergen information for the exact variety you’ve chosen. If I need to consider what guests can eat, I check the exact flavour before serving. This is the top buying priority for around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a search term describes the packaging

    A product that appears in a search for ‘chocolate sprinkles squeeze bottle’ doesn’t necessarily come in a squeeze bottle or have a dispensing nozzle. The weight in grams won’t tell you how precisely you can sprinkle them either.

    Before buying, check the current product photo and packaging description, or inspect the pack itself to make sure it has the dispensing feature you want.

  • Assuming one flavour has the same allergens as another

    According to Albert Heijn’s product information, De Ruijter Chocoladehagel puur lists milk and soya, while Venz Kwinkslag puur vanille also lists wheat and cereals containing gluten.

    Check the ingredients list and allergen information on the packaging of the exact variety you’re serving.

Brands to consider

De Ruijter

A brand to consider if you’re choosing between a standard pack of dark chocolate sprinkles and individual portions.

  • Albert Heijn lists Chocoladehagel puur in a 390 g pack and Kleintjes as eight portions in 140 g.
  • The dark variety reviewed lists milk and soya as allergens. Check the packaging if dispensing or a specific ingredients list is a deciding factor.

Venz

A brand to consider if you want to serve a mix of dark chocolate sprinkles and vanilla-flavoured sprinkles.

  • Albert Heijn lists Venz Kwinkslag puur vanille in a 400 g pack.
  • This variety lists milk, soya, wheat and cereals containing gluten. Check the label on the pack you’ve chosen before serving.

Albert Heijn

A supermarket own brand to consider if you’re weighing up a standard pack against individual portions.

  • Albert Heijn lists AH Hagelslag puur in a 400 g pack and AH Strooi mini’s as eight portions in 140 g.
  • Ingredients and allergens can vary between varieties, so don’t assume the details for one product apply to another.

Jumbo

A supermarket own brand to consider if you’re looking for one larger pack to share.

  • Jumbo lists Chocoladehagelslag Puur in a 600 g pack, with 30 portions of 20 g.
  • The product information says this variety may contain milk. A large pack also doesn’t automatically provide individual portions or controlled dispensing.

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Frequently asked questions

Should I choose individual portions or a large pack for a drinks party?

Choose individual portions if you want to offer small amounts or several flavours separately; a large pack is better for sharing when having plenty matters most. Albert Heijn lists both De Ruijter Kleintjes and AH Strooi mini’s as containing eight portions in 140 g, while Jumbo Chocoladehagelslag Puur is listed in a 600 g pack. Check the packaging separately if you want to dispense the sprinkles precisely.

How should I store chocolate sprinkles after buying them?

Follow the best-before date and storage instructions on the packaging of the chocolate sprinkles you buy. The varieties reviewed are labelled ‘store in a cool, dry place’; after opening, check the instructions for the specific product too.

Where can I find allergen information for chocolate sprinkles?

For pre-packed chocolate sprinkles, check the ingredients list on the exact pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergens must be clearly distinguishable in the list. This matters when choosing food for guests, as the allergens listed vary between varieties.