Who is this choice relevant to?

Organisers keeping an eye on quantities

You want to put out sprinkles for several guests without ending up with lots left over. So compare the pack size with what you plan to serve and can use later.

Hosts who want to offer a choice

You’d like to serve a colourful topping alongside chocolate sprinkles, perhaps for yoghurt or small sweet snacks. Fruit sprinkles offer a different flavour, rather than a chocolate alternative.

Organisers who need to check labels

You’re sharing food with several people and want to know which ingredients and allergens the varieties you’ve chosen contain. Check the latest packaging, even if you’ve bought the product before.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, work out how many sprinkles you need and whether you want to serve chocolate sprinkles only. Then choose a way to serve them that suits your guests.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Quantity Check the net weight and consider whether you can use or store a larger pack. Jumbo lists, among other options, 600 g packs of its own-brand chocolate sprinkles. If I’m putting out one type of chocolate for several guests, I want to have enough to serve without lots left over. For around 46% of consumers, the quantity needed would be the main priority.
Type and presentation Choose between chocolate sprinkles and fruit sprinkles, and decide which snacks you’d like to use the topping on. ALDI lists Kiekeboe Fruit Sprinkles in a 400 g pack. I’d also like to offer something colourful to guests who don’t choose chocolate sprinkles. For around 36% of consumers, this variety would come first.
Labels and portions Check the ingredients, allergens and any cross-contamination warnings on the exact pack. Consider whether you want to portion it out yourself. When I’m sharing food, I want to be able to check what’s in it and how I’ll serve it beforehand. Around 18% of consumers would put checking labels or portion sizes first.

Common mistakes

  • Buying a large pack without planning how you’ll use it

    A 600 g pack is only practical if you need enough for the get-together or can store what’s left.

    Decide in advance which snacks you’ll serve, then choose the pack size.

  • Presenting fruit sprinkles as chocolate sprinkles

    They offer different flavours. If guests are expecting chocolate, fruit sprinkles alone might not give them the choice they want.

    Serve fruit sprinkles as an alternative or an extra option, and make it clear to guests which type is in each bowl.

  • Relying on old product information for allergens

    Albert Heijn warns that online information about ingredients and allergens can change. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that allergens must be listed on the label of prepacked foods.

    Before serving, read the packaging of the exact variety, including any cross-contamination warnings.

Brands to consider

Jumbo

Jumbo lists its own-brand chocolate sprinkles in milk, dark and duo varieties, including 600 g packs.

  • The different chocolate varieties give you a choice if you want to serve one type to several guests.
  • Consider whether a 600 g pack is right for what you plan to serve and store.

Kiekeboe

The ALDI range includes 600 g packs of Kiekeboe Dark Chocolate Sprinkles and 400 g packs of Kiekeboe Fruit Sprinkles.

  • Fruit sprinkles offer a different flavour alongside chocolate sprinkles.
  • Check which type you’re buying: fruit sprinkles and dark chocolate sprinkles are not interchangeable.

De Ruijter

De Ruijter offers chocolate sprinkles and Kleintjes, a pack containing eight portions with a total weight of 140 g.

  • Kleintjes offers pre-portioned servings for individual occasions.
  • Eight portions might not be enough for a larger group, so work out how many you need in advance.

Venz

Venz offers chocolate sprinkles and flavoured varieties. Jumbo lists, among other options, 400 g packs of Venz Dark Chocolate Sprinkles.

  • The different varieties are worth considering if you want to offer a particular chocolate flavour.
  • Choose the flavour based on what you want to serve your guests, not just the brand name.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn offers AH Dark Chocolate Sprinkles, as well as a separate variety called AH Dark Chocolate Sprinkles Less Sugar.

  • The product names distinguish between two dark chocolate varieties.
  • Always check the packaging of the variety you’ve chosen for ingredients, nutritional information and allergens.

Fruit sprinkles for sweet party snacks

These Joybuy products are 400 g packs of fruit sprinkles: options for anyone who wants to serve a colourful topping alongside or instead of chocolate sprinkles. Decide which snacks you’d like to decorate with them, and check the label before sharing them with guests.

De Ruijter Fruit Sprinkles, 400 g

De Ruijter Fruit Sprinkles, 400 g

Fruit sprinkles to consider if you’d like to offer a different topping alongside chocolate.

Net weight: 400 g. Before serving, check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging.

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G'woon Fruit Sprinkles, 400 g

G'woon Fruit Sprinkles, 400 g

A colourful topping to consider for sweet party snacks, such as cake or dessert.

Net weight: 400 g. Before sharing, check the ingredients and allergens on the exact packaging.

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Frequently asked questions

How many sprinkles do I need for a neighbourhood get-together?

Choose a pack size based on how many snacks you want to serve with sprinkles and what you can use afterwards. 600 g packs are an option for several guests; a smaller pack may be more practical if you’re only adding sprinkles to a few snacks.

Can fruit sprinkles replace chocolate sprinkles?

Fruit sprinkles can be an alternative if you want to offer a different flavour, but they’re not chocolate sprinkles. If guests are expecting both types, set them out separately and make them easy to tell apart.

When are pre-portioned servings useful?

Portions are handy when you want to add toppings to individual snacks in advance. According to Albert Heijn, De Ruijter Kleintjes contains eight portions with a total weight of 140 g. Check that this is enough for your serving plans.

What should I check if guests have a food allergy?

Read the allergen information on the packaging of each exact variety you plan to serve, including any cross-contamination warnings. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that allergens must be listed on the label of prepacked foods. Don’t rely solely on an old pack or product image.