Who is this choice relevant to?

Small portions for the table

For anyone who wants to serve a set amount each time and limit how many people handle the same supply. Albert Heijn lists De Ruijter Kleintjes as containing eight individual portions.

Takeaways serving loose products

For businesses serving chocolate sprinkles from a jar. It’s not just about serving them and keeping things clean: customers must also be able to get information about the allergens in the variety on offer, as explained by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA).

Buying in bulk for your own serving jar

For anyone who regularly refills a jar from a larger pack and wants a resealable jar for dry storage or display. Jumbo and ALDI Nederland list 600 g packs of chocolate sprinkles. Glass jars are available in various capacities and with different closures.

What should you consider when choosing?

First decide whether you want to serve individual portions or loose chocolate sprinkles. Then consider how much you’ll use, how you’ll store them and, if you’re serving them loose, what information your customers need.

What to consider What to check before buying Who is this relevant to?
Portions and serving Choose between individual portions and serving from a jar; if you choose a jar, decide in advance how much you want to serve each time. If I want to give each table a set amount, I don’t want to keep scooping from a shared supply. Portion control is the top priority for around 42% of consumers.
Stock, flavour and storage Compare the weight in grams and the variety you want; check that you can store the opened chocolate sprinkles in a dry place in a tightly closed container. If I’m refilling regularly, I want to choose a pack that suits how much I use, without opening more than I can conveniently store. Around 33% of consumers prioritise this consideration.
Allergens and food safety Check the allergens in the exact variety you’re serving and how you’ll make this information available when serving it loose. If I’m serving loose chocolate sprinkles to customers, I want the information by the jar to match what’s inside. This is the most important consideration for around 25% of consumers making this choice.

Common mistakes when choosing

  • Choosing a jar size before deciding how you’ll serve it

    The capacity you need depends on the portion size, how many times you’ll be serving it and how often you want to refill the jar. Capacity alone doesn’t tell you whether the jar will work well on the table.

    First choose between individual portions, a shared table jar and a jar for refilling. Then try out the amount you intend to serve before buying several jars.

  • Assuming a larger pack is automatically more practical

    A 600 g pack is most suitable if you’ll use that amount and can store the opened chocolate sprinkles in a dry place in a sealed container. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises keeping the pack tightly closed and storing it in a dry place.

    Choose a pack size that suits how much you use and decide where you’ll keep the opened pack.

  • Forgetting about the label once you’ve decanted the contents

    When customers are served chocolate sprinkles from a jar, they can’t see the original packaging. The NVWA says consumers must be given information about allergens present when products are offered loose.

    Keep the current packaging or product specification with your product information, and update the jar label whenever you switch varieties.

  • Assuming chocolate sprinkles are a typical topping for chips

    The uses described for the chocolate sprinkle products mentioned include bread, breakfast products and baked goods. That doesn’t make the combination with chips an established choice for customers.

    If you want to serve chocolate sprinkles with chips, try a small portion first and make it clear what you’re offering.

Brands to compare

De Ruijter

Worth considering if you’re looking at a dark chocolate variety or individual portions.

  • Albert Heijn lists De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur as containing at least 52% cocoa solids, and Kleintjes as containing eight portions.
  • This information relates to different varieties, so check the contents and ingredients of each pack.

Venz

A brand to consider if the size of the sprinkles matters for how you present them.

  • Jumbo describes Venz XXL Puur as a variety with extra-large sprinkles.
  • Check the variety you’ve chosen and its current availability before planning how you’ll serve it.

Albert Heijn

A supermarket own brand to consider if you’re looking for a standard pack of dark chocolate sprinkles.

  • Albert Heijn lists AH Hagelslag puur in a 400 g pack.
  • Check the pack label for the current ingredients and allergen information.

Jumbo

A supermarket own brand with larger packs for anyone who wants to refill regularly.

  • Jumbo lists 600 g own-brand packs in varieties including milk and dark chocolate.
  • Choose the pack only once you’ve worked out how much you’re likely to use and where you can store it in a dry place.

Kiekeboe (ALDI)

A supermarket own brand to compare if you’re looking for a larger pack of dark chocolate sprinkles.

  • ALDI Nederland lists Kiekeboe hagelslag puur in a 600 g pack.
  • Check the range at the shop where you plan to buy it.

Mister Choc (Lidl)

A brand to consider if you’re looking for a larger pack of dark chocolate sprinkles at Lidl.

  • Lidl Nederland lists Mister Choc Hagelslag puur in 600 g packs.
  • Check the packaging in store, including the ingredients and allergen information.

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Frequently asked questions

What capacity should a glass jar for chocolate sprinkles have?

Choose the capacity based on how much you want to serve at a time and how often you’ll refill it, rather than just the size of the pack. For example, one supplier of glass jars offers sizes from 165 ml to 250 ml. Try your intended portion to see which size and closure work best.

How should I store opened chocolate sprinkles?

Store opened chocolate sprinkles in a tightly sealed container in a dry place. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says opened chocolate sprinkles can be kept in a kitchen cupboard for up to a year and notes that a musty smell or taste is a sign of spoilage. Also follow the instructions on your pack.

Does a takeaway have to provide allergen information for chocolate sprinkles served from a jar?

The NVWA says that takeaways offering loose products to consumers must provide information about the allergens present. Make sure customers can get this information before buying, and that it matches the chocolate sprinkles actually in the jar.

Does a takeaway have to register if it serves chocolate sprinkles?

According to the NVWA, a business that supplies food to consumers must register as a food business. Check which registration applies to your business activities before you start offering the product.