Gamers looking to keep crumbs to a minimum
You want to grab some sprinkles during a session without first transferring them to another container. Check whether you can close your chosen packaging securely after use.
Who is this for?
Snackers who prepare their sprinkles in advance
You want to use a separate container for several gaming sessions. Choose one intended for direct contact with food, and check that the sprinkles will pass easily through the opening.
Shoppers with specific flavour or allergen requirements
For example, you may be comparing dark, milk or mixed chocolate sprinkles. Check the ingredients and allergens for the exact variety you choose, especially if you won’t keep the original packaging with the product.
What should you look for?
First decide whether you mainly want to serve the sprinkles or store them separately. A sealable jar can help with storage, but that doesn’t mean it’s proven to dispense them without spills while you’re gaming.
Original packaging
Choose this when: you want to grab sprinkles without transferring them.
Trade-off: it isn’t a dispenser bottle. De Ruijter advises gently pressing its Royaal packaging closed after use.
Separate storage jar
Consider this when: you want to set aside sprinkles in advance and can check that the opening is suitable.
Trade-off: a jar that comes into direct contact with the sprinkles must be intended for food contact; a jar won’t automatically dispense them without spills.
Sauce squeeze bottle
Use it for: a liquid topping alongside the sprinkles, if the bottle’s instructions allow for this.
Trade-off: IKEA Netherlands lists sauces and condiments as uses for the GRILLTIDER squeeze bottle; that doesn’t mean it can dispense solid sprinkles.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who should consider it? |
|---|---|---|
| Serving with minimal mess | Check what any dispenser is designed for and whether its opening is suitable for solid sprinkles. | If you want to grab a snack in the middle of a game, look for a way to serve sprinkles without too much disruption or crumbs on your desk. For around 42% of consumers, serving convenience comes first. |
| Sealing and storage | Check the closure and follow the storage advice for your chosen sprinkles; De Ruijter Royaal and Jumbo Dark Chocolate Sprinkles advise storing in a cool, dry place. | If you’re keeping the sprinkles between gaming sessions, you’ll want to be able to seal them again and store them according to the label. Around 33% of consumers give storage the highest priority. |
| Variety and allergens | Read the current label for the exact variety, including information about allergens present and possible traces. | If you’re choosing between flavours or need to take allergens into account, the information on the exact packaging is essential. This comes first for around 25% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Using a sauce squeeze bottle as a sprinkle dispenser
IKEA Netherlands describes the GRILLTIDER squeeze bottle as being for sauces and condiments. That doesn’t mean solid chocolate sprinkles will pass easily through its nozzle.
Only use a bottle like this for a topping that’s suitable for its stated purpose. If you want to serve sprinkles separately, check the opening of your chosen container before transferring them.
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Reusing just any container
A container that comes into direct contact with sprinkles must be intended for food contact. Reusability alone also doesn’t tell you whether it’s suitable for the dishwasher or microwave.
Check the instructions for use and care for the specific jar or tin. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority stresses that materials intended for food contact must meet certain requirements.
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Not keeping the label after transferring the sprinkles
Allergens vary between varieties: Albert Heijn lists wheat and soya in Choca Sprinkles, with possible traces of milk. Product information for another flavour isn’t a substitute.
Read the label on your chosen packaging, and keep the ingredients and allergen information with the sprinkles if you transfer them to a jar.
Brands to consider
These brands give you an idea of the types of sprinkles you can compare. Always check the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions on each pack.
De Ruijter
De Ruijter offers dark, milk and white chocolate sprinkles, as well as Royaal sprinkles. The Royaal pack consulted contains 240 g.
- For Royaal, Jumbo advises gently pressing the packaging closed after use.
- The Royaal dark chocolate variety consulted lists soya and possible traces of milk; check the label for your chosen variety.
Venz
Albert Heijn lists Venz milk and vanilla Tiger Sprinkles, as well as dark and vanilla Krokovlokken.
- The varieties mentioned give you a choice of different flavour combinations.
- For ingredients and allergen information, check the packaging of the exact Venz product you choose.
Choca
Albert Heijn lists 200 g packs of Choca Sprinkles and Choca Sprinkle Mix in its range.
- Sprinkles and Sprinkle Mix are separate varieties to compare by flavour and label information.
- For Choca Sprinkles, Albert Heijn lists wheat and soya, and says the product may contain milk.
Jumbo
Jumbo offers dark and milk chocolate sprinkles in 300 g packs.
- The packaging for Jumbo Dark Chocolate Sprinkles advises storing in a cool, dry place.
- The packaging for Jumbo Dark Chocolate Sprinkles says the product may contain milk; check the variety you choose separately.
Storage jar at Joybuy
This storage jar is one option if you’re considering a separate container for sprinkles. If you want to take some out while gaming, check that the opening is practical and easy to use; a jar isn’t a squeeze bottle.
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5five glass storage jar with stainless steel lid, 1.7 l
If you want to store sprinkles separately, this storage jar is worth considering. It’s a transparent 1.7 l glass jar with a stainless steel lid. Before buying, check that the opening is convenient for taking sprinkles out. That doesn’t automatically make it suitable for dispensing them without spills while you’re gaming.
Frequently asked questions
Can I serve chocolate sprinkles from a squeeze bottle?
Don’t assume a sauce squeeze bottle is suitable for solid sprinkles. IKEA Netherlands describes the GRILLTIDER squeeze bottle as being for sauces and condiments. For sprinkles, check whether the manufacturer specifically recommends that use and confirms that the opening is suitable.
What should I look for when transferring sprinkles to another jar?
Choose a jar intended for direct contact with food, with an opening that’s practical for the sprinkles. Keep the original label handy for the ingredients, allergens and storage advice.
How should I store sprinkles after a gaming session?
Follow the storage advice on the packaging you’ve chosen. Jumbo advises storing De Ruijter Royaal and Jumbo Dark Chocolate Sprinkles in a cool, dry place. De Ruijter Royaal packaging also says to press the pack closed gently after use.
Why should I read the label for the exact variety of sprinkles?
Ingredients and allergens can vary between varieties. For Choca Sprinkles, Albert Heijn lists wheat and soya and notes that the product may contain milk; don’t use that information as the label for another variety.