Small groups looking to share their stock
For a household or small team with regular lunch breaks, two separate packs can be handy: you can use one while keeping the other sealed. Albert Heijn describes the Venz 2-pack as two separate 400 g packs.
Who are the different pack sizes for?
Lunchbox planners and those serving portions
If you want to hand out pre-measured amounts, portion packs are more useful than two regular packs. For example, Albert Heijn lists a De Ruijter pack containing 120 portions of 20 g each.
Shoppers comparing labels
Ingredients and allergens can vary by flavour. Jumbo’s product information lists milk and soya in De Ruijter dark chocolate sprinkles; its dark chocolate and vanilla mix also lists wheat and cereals containing gluten. So always check the exact variety.
What should you consider when choosing?
First decide whether you need separate packs, pre-measured portions or one large pack. Then compare the pack size and label for the variety you actually want to buy.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Separate packs | The number of packs and the amount in each one; a 2-pack doesn’t automatically contain small portions. | If I want to spread my stock over several lunch breaks, I like to keep one pack sealed. Around 29% of consumers prioritise separate packs. |
| Pre-measured portions | The number of portions, the weight per portion and whether you need to buy the pack in store. | For lunchboxes or serving portions, I don’t want to measure out each amount myself; around 21% of consumers prioritise pre-measured portions. |
| One large pack | The total amount and whether you can portion it yourself to suit your needs. | If the same group regularly eats chocolate sprinkles, I can use one pack and portion it myself. Around 21% of consumers prioritise a large pack. |
| Ingredients | The ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the label for that exact flavour and pack. | If ingredients or allergens affect my choice, I don’t want to rely on the brand name alone; around 29% of consumers prioritise the ingredients. |
Common mistakes
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Mistaking a large pack for a multipack
A 600 g pack may be suitable for sharing, but it won’t necessarily contain separate packs or pre-measured portions.
Count the packs or portions before comparing the total weight. For lunchboxes, one large pack means you’ll have to portion it yourself.
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Assuming every flavour contains the same allergens
Jumbo lists milk and soya in De Ruijter dark chocolate sprinkles, while its dark chocolate and vanilla mix also lists wheat and cereals containing gluten. So the brand name alone doesn’t tell you enough about the variety you’ve chosen.
Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’re buying, even if you’re familiar with another flavour from the same brand.
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Reading a reduced-sugar claim without checking what it’s compared with
Albert Heijn compares its AH Hagelslag puur minder suiker with AH Chocolade hagel puur and states that the former contains 43 g of sugars per 100 g. This claim doesn’t describe how it compares with every other type of chocolate sprinkles.
Compare the nutritional values of the products you’re considering on the same basis, for example per 100 g or per equal-sized portion.
Brands to consider
Venz
An option if you want two regular packs of the same chocolate sprinkles. Albert Heijn lists Venz Hagelslag puur as a 2-pack containing two 400 g packs.
- According to Albert Heijn, the two packs are delivered as separate items.
- This 2-pack doesn’t contain individual lunchbox portions. Check allergens for each flavour: Albert Heijn lists lactose, milk and soya in Venz XXL melk.
De Ruijter
Pack sizes vary by product. Albert Heijn lists a pack containing 120 portions of 20 g each; Jumbo also offers a regular 390 g pack of dark chocolate sprinkles.
- The portion pack contains pre-measured servings for handing out or adding to lunchboxes.
- Albert Heijn lists the portion pack as available in store only. Also check the allergens for the exact flavour.
Kiekeboe
ALDI Nederland lists Kiekeboe Hagelslag puur in a 600 g pack.
- One large pack for anyone who wants to portion the chocolate sprinkles themselves.
- It’s not a multipack and doesn’t contain pre-measured portions.
Mister Choc
Lidl Nederland lists Mister Choc Hagelslag puur in a 600 g pack.
- The pack contains a large amount for sharing.
- Lidl lists this product as available in store only; it’s not a multipack.
A bulk pack at Joybuy
This product suits anyone looking for one large pack of chocolate sprinkles to portion out themselves during a shared lunch break. It isn’t a 2-pack or a portion pack.
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g'woon milk chocolate sprinkles with smileys, 600 g
For a shared lunch break when you want to use one pack and portion out the chocolate sprinkles yourself.
For lunchboxes, you’ll need to measure out the portions yourself. Check the ingredients and allergens on the label of the pack you choose.
Frequently asked questions
Is a 2-pack suitable if I need portions for lunchboxes?
Not unless you portion it yourself: the Venz 2-pack listed by Albert Heijn contains two regular 400 g packs. If you need pre-measured amounts, look for a portion pack, such as the De Ruijter pack listed by Albert Heijn, which contains 120 portions of 20 g each.
How should I store chocolate sprinkles after buying them?
Follow the instructions on the pack you’ve chosen. Albert Heijn says to store Venz XXL melk in a cool, dry place; for other products, check the label and use-by date on the pack.
How can I compare the nutritional value of different packs?
Use the same basis for both products, such as per 100 g or per equal-sized portion. Check the nutritional information for the exact varieties: the values for one type of chocolate sprinkles don’t automatically apply to another flavour or pack.
Can I assume products from the same brand contain the same allergens?
No, check each variety individually. Jumbo lists milk and soya in De Ruijter dark chocolate sprinkles; its De Ruijter dark chocolate and vanilla mix also lists wheat and cereals containing gluten.