If you’re setting a compact drinks table
You want to serve sprinkles as a small sweet addition, separate from the savoury nibbles, without taking up too much table space. A small jar is a sensible place to start.
Who is this for?
If you’re offering several flavours
You might want to serve dark, milk and mixed varieties separately. Separate jars and clear labels help guests tell them apart.
If you need to consider allergens
You want to be able to check the allergens in each variety before serving. If you serve unpackaged sprinkles as a business, information about the allergens they contain must be available where the product is offered, according to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority.
What should you look for?
First decide whether the jar is for a small table display, sharing or refilling. Then choose your sprinkles and keep the information from the original packaging with the jar.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Jar size and table space | Compare the capacity in ml or litres with the space available on your table, and check that the lid closes securely. The jar’s capacity does not tell you exactly how much the sprinkles will weigh. | If I only want to serve a small sweet addition, the jar needs to fit alongside the other dishes; jar size and table space are the top priority for around 40% of consumers. |
| Flavour and presentation | Check the exact variety and stated cocoa content. Consider the mix or shape of the sprinkles if appearance matters to you. | If you want guests to choose between different flavours, it’s best to give them their own place on the table. This choice of flavour and presentation comes first for around 30% of consumers. |
| Allergens and storage | Check the current allergen label and storage instructions for each variety. Use separate jars and clean, dry serving utensils. | I want to be able to say what’s in each jar and store the sprinkles according to the label; this information is the main concern for around 30% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming millilitres tell you the exact number of servings
A capacity measurement tells you how much space the jar holds, not how many grams of sprinkles will fit inside. The amount also depends on how full you fill the jar.
Choose a jar for serving or refilling first, then try filling it with the pack you plan to serve to see how much it holds.
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Assuming ‘airtight’ means suitable for preserving
A seal designed for storing dry sprinkles does not, by itself, mean the jar is suitable for vacuum sealing or preserving.
Use the jar as instructed and check with the manufacturer separately before using it for anything else.
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Using one allergen label for every flavour
Even varieties from the same brand can list different allergens. For example, the labels for De Ruijter Hagelfeest and Specials Intens Puur differ.
Keep the current label with each jar, and don’t mix varieties if that would make it difficult for guests to know what they’re eating.
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Relying on a product page you looked at earlier
Ingredients and allergen information can change. This is especially important if you transfer the sprinkles from their original packaging.
Check the label on the pack you choose when you buy it, and keep the product information for as long as you’re serving its contents.
Brands to consider
De Ruijter
Offers, among other things, dark and mixed varieties of chocolate sprinkles, as well as a pack containing individual portions.
- According to Albert Heijn product information, Hagelfeest contains at least 32% cocoa solids, Specials Intens Puur at least 52%, and Kleintjes comes in eight portions.
- Allergen information varies by variety; check the label on the pack you’re serving.
Venz
Offers, among other things, Kwinkslag, a combination of chocolate sprinkles and vanilla-flavoured sprinkles, and XXL Melk with larger pieces.
- The varieties give you a choice of ingredients and sprinkle shapes for serving in separate jars.
- According to Jumbo product information, the varieties reviewed contain milk and soya; Kwinkslag also lists wheat and cereals containing gluten.
Albert Heijn
AH Hagelslag puur is a 400 g own-brand variety.
- Albert Heijn states that this variety has a serving size of 20 g and contains at least 32% cocoa solids.
- The label lists milk and lactose and advises storing in a cool, dark and dry place; check the current packaging.
Jumbo
Jumbo Chocolade Hagelslag Puur is available, among other formats, in a 200 g pack.
- Jumbo states that this variety contains at least 50% cocoa solids.
- The allergen information lists milk and possible traces of gluten and wheat; check the current label before serving.
Kiekeboe
Kiekeboe is an own-brand range that includes dark chocolate sprinkles in a 600 g pack.
- ALDI Netherlands lists the pack weight and Rainforest Alliance cocoa for this variety.
- Before serving guests from the pack you’ve chosen, check its label for ingredients and allergens.
Lidl
The range includes listings for 600 g milk chocolate sprinkles and 550 g XXL milk chocolate sprinkles.
- The stated pack weights can help you choose how much to buy for serving or refilling.
- Check the ingredients and allergens on the current packaging in store.
Jars and sprinkles on Joybuy
This selection includes glass storage jars for serving or refilling, and varieties of chocolate sprinkles to serve separately. Choose the jar and its contents independently; if you’re buying a pack of sprinkles, check whether you’ll also need a serving jar.
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PURECOOK round glass storage jars, 2 × 700 ml
A set of two jars is a good choice if you want to serve different flavours separately. According to the product name, each jar holds 700 ml and has a lid with a silicone seal and clips.
Check the cleaning instructions for this version: the product title and descriptions contradict each other about whether it is dishwasher-safe. Also check the outside dimensions and opening to make sure they suit your table and serving utensils.
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5five glass storage jar with stainless steel lid, 1.7 L
With a capacity of 1.7 L, this jar is better suited to refilling than to serving a small portion at the table. Check that it fits where you plan to keep it and that the opening is wide enough for scooping out the sprinkles.
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De Ruijter Intense Pure chocolate sprinkles, 200 g
This dark chocolate variety is ideal for serving as a separate sweet option. Before serving, check the current label for ingredients, allergens and storage instructions, and see whether you’ll need a glass jar for presentation.
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Venz chocolate sprinkles and vanilla-flavoured sprinkles, 400 g
This mix is a good choice if you want to offer a separate variety alongside other flavours. Keep the label with the jar, check the current allergen information and see whether you’ll also need a separate glass serving jar.
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g'woon dark chocolate sprinkles, 400 g
This dark variety can be served separately from other sprinkles. Check the current label for allergen and storage information, and see whether you’ll need a separate glass jar for serving.
Frequently asked questions
What size jar is right for chocolate sprinkles on a drinks table?
A jar of around 250 ml works for a modest, separate sweet addition; around 600 ml is a good starting point for sharing, while a jar of over 1 litre is mainly suited to refilling. These are suggestions for how to use the jars, not a conversion from millilitres to grams of sprinkles. The sizes mentioned are available from Action, IKEA and HEMA respectively.
How should I store chocolate sprinkles after opening the pack?
Follow the storage instructions on the original packaging and use a clean, dry jar with a secure lid if you transfer the sprinkles. An Albert Heijn label reviewed for this article advises storing them in a cool, dark and dry place; keep the packaging information with the jar so you can check the variety you’ve chosen.
Can I serve chocolate sprinkles to guests without a label?
At home, keep the allergen information for each variety with its jar so guests can check what it contains. If you serve unpackaged sprinkles as a business, information about the allergens they contain must be available where the product is offered, according to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority.
Do dark, milk and mixed chocolate sprinkles contain the same allergens?
No. Allergen information can vary between products, even within the same brand. For example, according to Albert Heijn, De Ruijter Hagelfeest lists milk, soya, wheat and cereals containing gluten. Always check the current label for the exact variety you’re serving.