Parents who want a portion for each child
If you don't want to weigh portions yourself, individual servings are an option. Albert Heijn lists eight small portions in De Ruijter Kleintjes; check how many party bags you need to fill before buying.
Which option works best for you?
Organisers of a larger class treat
If you have time to portion out the sprinkles at home, you can choose a larger pack to suit the number of bags. Jumbo lists a 380 g pack of Duo Hagelslag Mix, while ALDI lists a 600 g pack of Kiekeboe Hagelslag puur.
Parents who need to check allergies and rules
Before handing out the treats, ask about any relevant allergies or dietary requirements and check what the school or after-school club allows. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends asking about this in advance when planning treats.
What should you consider when choosing?
First decide what can go in the bags and how many children you need to cater for. Then choose between sealed individual portions and portioning out a larger pack at home.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it's important for |
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| Portioning without spills | Count the sealed portions in each pack. If you want to portion them out yourself, check that you have a suitable food container. | I want to give each child a separate bag without having to transfer loose sprinkles. For around 42% of consumers, easy portioning comes first. |
| Allergies and rules | Ask about the school's or after-school club's rules, and read the ingredients and allergen warnings on the exact pack. | I want to know before handing out the treats whether they're suitable for the children in the group. Suitability for the group is the most important consideration for around 33% of consumers. |
| Pack size and portion size | Count the children, then compare the number of portions or the net weight of the pack. | For a larger class, I want to bring enough sprinkles without putting more than planned in each bag. This is the main consideration for around 25% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming you can tell the allergens from the product name
Ingredients and warnings vary between varieties. For example, the product information for De Ruijter Hagelfeest at Albert Heijn lists milk, soya and wheat.
Ask about any relevant allergies in advance, and check the current label on the exact pack you plan to use before handing out the treats.
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Choosing a pack without counting the party bags
A larger pack won't automatically give you the right portion sizes. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends small portions when handing out something that isn't part of the Dutch Wheel of Five guidelines.
Count the children, decide how much you want to put in each bag, then choose between sealed portions and a pack you can measure out yourself.
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Using any old empty container as a dispenser
Research by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority into reusing certain plastic tubs does not tell you whether a specific squeeze bottle is suitable for dry sprinkles.
When transferring the sprinkles, use a clean container that's suitable for food contact and for the intended use. Check the container's instructions.
Brands and product ranges compared
De Ruijter
Compare Kleintjes, if you want individual portions, with standard packs that you'll need to portion out yourself.
- Albert Heijn lists eight portions of 15 g or 20 g for Kleintjes.
- Check the allergens for each variety: the information for Hagelfeest lists milk, soya and wheat, among other ingredients.
Venz
Venz Puur Chocolade Hagelslag comes in a 400 g pack that you can portion out yourself.
- The net weight is listed on the Jumbo product page.
- Jumbo's allergen information lists milk and soya, and warns that the product may contain lactose.
Jumbo
Jumbo Duo Hagelslag Mix is a mixed variety in a 380 g pack.
- According to Jumbo, the mix contains 50% chocolate sprinkles and 50% white sprinkles.
- The pack doesn't contain individual treat portions; also read the warning that the product may contain milk.
AH
AH has several varieties of dark chocolate sprinkles to compare, including a 250 g pack of Hagelslag puur minder suiker.
- The smaller pack size may be useful if you're filling fewer bags.
- This isn't an individual portion pack; check the ingredients and allergens for the variety you choose.
Kiekeboe
ALDI's Kiekeboe Hagelslag puur comes in a 600 g pack for anyone who wants to portion out the sprinkles at home.
- ALDI lists 600 g for this specific variety.
- The pack isn't portioned for each child; check the variety you've chosen before handing it out.
Sprinkles to portion yourself
This Joybuy pack is a good fit for party bags that you want to fill with sprinkles at home. Work out how many portions you'll need in advance and check the packaging before handing them out.
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g'woon Pure Chocolate Sprinkles 400 g
You can measure out portions from this 400 g pack for several party bags. Before handing them out, check the current label for ingredients and allergens, and find out what the school or after-school club allows.
Frequently asked questions
Is a squeeze bottle handy for putting sprinkles in party bags?
Don't assume it will work: whether dry sprinkles flow easily from a particular bottle depends on the bottle and its opening. With sealed portions, there's no need to transfer anything; from a larger pack, you can measure out the portions yourself in advance. If you're using a squeeze bottle, also check that it's suitable for food contact and the intended use.
How do I check for allergies when choosing sprinkles for a class?
Ask in advance about any relevant allergies and dietary requirements, and read the current label for the exact variety. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends asking about this when planning treats; ingredients and warnings can vary between sprinkle products.
Can I include sprinkles in a school treat?
Check the school's or after-school club's treat policy before filling the bags. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre points out that these rules may determine what children are allowed to hand out; also ask about allergies and dietary requirements in the group.
Can I use an empty food container to portion out sprinkles?
Use a clean container that's clearly suitable for food contact and for the way you intend to use it. Research by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority into certain polypropylene tubs does not confirm that every reused container or squeeze bottle is suitable as a sprinkles dispenser.