Anyone setting the Easter table with a serving jar
You want to put sprinkles on display after the Easter egg hunt. The quantity and a separate, sealable glass jar need to work well together.
Who is this for?
Families checking for allergens
If children or guests are joining you, you’ll want to check the ingredients for the exact variety you’ve chosen. Milk, lactose, soya and wheat aren’t present in the same way in every type of sprinkle.
Brunch shoppers looking to avoid leftovers
You’d rather choose a pack that suits the number of guests and the flavours on the table, or one you can seal properly and store afterwards.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide which flavour and ingredients are right for your guests. Then match the packaging to your glass serving jar, so you don’t have to decant more than you plan to use.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| Quantity and jar | Compare the net weight with the capacity and opening of a clean, dry jar that seals well. Weight in grams and jar capacity in millilitres aren’t directly comparable. | If I want to display the sprinkles, I need a jar that suits the quantity I’ve bought. For around 29% of consumers, that combination of serving and quantity comes first. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the label for your chosen variety and keep it with the jar. Product information from Jumbo and PLUS shows that the allergens listed vary between the sprinkles reviewed. | When guests with allergies are joining me, I need to know which sprinkles I can safely offer them. Around 29% of consumers give this check top priority. |
| Flavour and presentation | Choose between a single chocolate flavour and a mix. For sprinkles with shapes, check the warnings on the packaging too. | For my Easter table, it matters whether I want to serve one familiar flavour or a playful mix. That’s the most important choice for around 24% of consumers. |
| Leftovers afterwards | Choose the pack size based on the number of guests and the other toppings. Check the storage instructions if you want to keep any sprinkles for later. | For a short brunch, I don’t want to be left with more sprinkles than I can store and use. That’s why around 18% of consumers focus first on how much will be left over. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming all sprinkles are the same
Product information from Jumbo and PLUS lists different allergens for the varieties reviewed, including soya, milk and lactose, and in some mixes, wheat or cereals containing gluten.
Read the label on the pack you actually buy. If you transfer the sprinkles to a glass jar, keep the packaging available for guests.
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Filling a large jar without thinking about leftovers
A large jar can be handy for a group, but there’s no need to fill it right to the top. Some of a large pack may be left over after one Easter afternoon.
Decide how many flavours you’re offering and only decant the amount you need. Store the rest according to the instructions on the original packaging.
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Overlooking the warning about shaped sprinkles
For Venz Rimboe Krokovlokken, PLUS product information states that the shapes may not be suitable for children under 3 because of their size.
For sprinkles with shapes, check the warning for that exact variety before placing them on the table within reach of young children.
Brands to consider
De Ruijter
An option if you want to serve a classic milk or dark chocolate flavour in a separate serving jar.
- The packs reviewed include 200 g of milk chocolate sprinkles, 240 g of Royaal Chocoladevlokken and 300 g of dark chocolate sprinkles, according to PLUS and Jumbo.
- The allergens listed vary by variety; check the label before decanting the sprinkles.
Venz
According to PLUS product information, Rimboe Krokovlokken combines dark chocolate and vanilla flavours with shaped sprinkles for a playful display.
- This mix offers a different look from sprinkles in a single chocolate flavour.
- The Rimboe variety reviewed contains wheat or cereals containing gluten, soya and milk. According to the product information, the shapes may not be suitable for children under 3.
Choca
Vlokkenmix is an option if you want to serve cocoa and vanilla flavours together in one jar.
- The pack described by PLUS contains 200 g.
- For this variety, PLUS lists wheat or cereals containing gluten, soya and milk as allergens.
PLUS
A supermarket own-brand option to consider if you’re looking for a 300 g pack of dark chocolate sprinkles.
- According to PLUS, the dark chocolate own-brand variety reviewed comes in a 300 g pack.
- PLUS states that milk and lactose may be present in this variety. Always check the current label, even for an own-brand product.
Jumbo
According to Jumbo, its own-brand range includes dark chocolate sprinkles, milk chocolate sprinkles and a duo mix, all in 300 g packs.
- These varieties let you choose between a single chocolate flavour and a mix.
- Check the ingredients, allergens and packaging information for the specific variety you buy.
Joybuy products for sprinkles and a separate serving jar
This selection includes chocolate sprinkles as well as separate glass jars and food storage containers. Choose your sprinkles based on flavour, quantity and the label. For glassware, check that the capacity, opening and seal suit the way you want to serve them.
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PURECOOK glass storage jars, 2 × 700 ml
For anyone who wants to display two types of sprinkles separately. The set includes two 700 ml jars, each with a silicone-sealed lid and clips. Check that the opening is convenient for serving, and confirm the current cleaning instructions: the product title and description give conflicting information about whether the jars are dishwasher-safe. Glass is breakable; keep the jars and small parts out of reach of children under 3.
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Alpina glass food storage container, transparent/red, 620 ml
For anyone who wants to set aside or store a smaller quantity of sprinkles. This is a borosilicate glass food storage container, not a glass serving jar; check that its shape and opening are suitable for use on the table.
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JORDAN&JUDY Black Snap-Lock glass containers, 10-piece set
For anyone who wants to store different quantities or toppings separately. The set contains five 1040 ml containers and five 370 ml containers, made from borosilicate glass and fitted with sealable lids. These are food containers, not dedicated serving jars; check the dimensions and openings if you want guests to be able to help themselves.
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Venz Tiger Flakes, 200 g
For anyone considering a playful mix of sprinkles for the Easter table. The pack contains 200 g. Check the ingredients, allergens and any age warnings on the label for this Tiger variety; choose a glass serving jar separately.
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g'woon milk chocolate sprinkles, 300 g
For anyone who wants to serve milk chocolate sprinkles and finds a 300 g pack the right size. You can decide how much to put in a separate serving jar. Before serving, check the label for ingredients, allergens and storage instructions.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to buy a separate glass jar for chocolate sprinkles?
Choose a separate glass jar if you want to serve the sprinkles in a clear container. The packs discussed here, including those from De Ruijter, Venz and PLUS, are sold in boxes or packets; check exactly what comes with the product you choose. Make sure the jar’s opening and capacity suit the amount you want to decant.
How should I store sprinkles left over after the Easter meal?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you’ve bought and seal the sprinkles securely after use. The Jumbo and PLUS product information reviewed states, among other things, that sprinkles should be stored in a cool, dry place. Keep the label with the best-before date to hand if you store the remainder in a glass jar.
What should I do with the label if the sprinkles are in a jar?
Keep the original packaging with the jar so guests can check the ingredients and allergens. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens must be listed on the label of prepacked foods. That means the information for your chosen variety is still important, even if you serve it from a glass jar at home.
Can an empty glass storage jar go in the bottle bank?
In the Netherlands, a glass jar that has been used as packaging can go in the bottle bank, according to Milieu Centraal. This doesn’t automatically apply to every glass serving item: drinking glasses and dishes, for example, should not go in the bottle bank. Check what type of glass you’re disposing of.