Who are the different pack sizes for?

Lunchbox and sharing shoppers

They want to be able to pack or share chocolate sprinkles without portioning them out of one large pack. Albert Heijn says De Ruijter Kleintjes contains eight individual portions of 15 g and 20 g.

Stock-up shoppers buying for a regular group

They use chocolate sprinkles regularly and are therefore considering two standard packs or one large pack. A multipack is not the same as a set of lunchbox portions.

Shoppers checking labels for several people

They want to check the ingredients and allergens for each variety, and also look at the nutritional information and storage advice.

What should you look for when choosing?

When choosing chocolate sprinkles for rusks, first decide whether you need individual portions or mainly want to stock up. Then check whether the flavour you have chosen and the information on the label suit the people you’re sharing them with.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Individual portions Check the number of individual portions and the weight per portion; a multipack does not necessarily contain them. If I’m packing chocolate sprinkles in lunchboxes, I don’t want to have to portion them out of a large pack each time. An estimated 25% of consumers prioritise being able to share them easily.
Pack size for stocking up Check the net weight, number of packs and storage advice for the exact variety. When I use them regularly for a group, I want to have enough chocolate sprinkles at home without constantly opening new packs. An estimated 25% of consumers value the convenience of having a stock at home most.
Variety Check which types are included in an assortment and read the ingredients for each one. When several people are eating together, I want to be able to choose from different flavours. Variety matters most to an estimated 19% of consumers.
Label information Read the ingredients, allergens and nutritional values per 100 g and, if listed, per portion. When I’m buying for other people, I want to know what’s in each variety before sharing it. For an estimated 31% of consumers, checking the label is the top priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a multipack contains individual lunchbox portions

    Albert Heijn says the Venz multipack in question is supplied as separate products. So, two standard packs still need to be portioned out for lunchboxes.

    Check whether the pack contains individual portions and whether the number and weight per portion are listed.

  • Checking only your favourite flavour in an assortment

    The De Ruijter Kleintjes set in question contains different varieties. The product information lists milk, lactose, soya, wheat and cereals containing gluten, among other ingredients; the contents may vary between items.

    Read the ingredients and allergen information for the entire set before sharing portions with others.

  • Looking only at the size of the pack

    A larger pack does not change the nutritional value per 100 g of the chocolate sprinkles you choose. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre highlights sugars and saturated fat in chocolate sprinkles.

    As well as the pack size, check the nutritional information for the exact variety and how much you use each time.

  • Confusing baker’s salt with an ingredient in chocolate sprinkles

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, baker’s salt is used in bread and bread substitutes; bakers are not required to use it. This says nothing about the ingredients in chocolate sprinkles or a specific pack of rusks.

    Check the labels on the rusks and chocolate sprinkles separately if their ingredients matter to your choice.

Brands and product ranges to consider

De Ruijter

The De Ruijter Kleintjes chocolate sprinkles reviewed here are designed for anyone who wants to share different varieties in individual portions. Albert Heijn lists eight portions: four of 15 g and four of 20 g.

  • Individual portions are handy for lunchboxes and sharing.
  • Check the ingredients for every variety in the set; the product information lists milk, lactose, soya, wheat and cereals containing gluten, among other ingredients.

Venz

The Venz Hagelslag puur multipack reviewed here contains two 400 g packs, for anyone who wants to stock up on the same variety.

  • Two standard packs may suit regular use.
  • Albert Heijn says they are supplied as separate products, not as individual lunchbox portions.

Albert Heijn (AH-huismerk)

The AH Hagelslag puur reviewed here comes in a 600 g pack for anyone considering a larger size.

  • The pack size is clearly stated, so you can decide whether it suits your needs.
  • The variety reviewed here contains milk and lactose. Always check the allergens on the exact pack.

Kiekeboe (ALDI-huismerk)

ALDI Netherlands describes the Kiekeboe Hagelslag puur reviewed here as a 600 g pack.

  • The stated pack size makes it easy to identify as a large pack.
  • A 600 g pack does not, by itself, mean that it contains individually wrapped portions.

Mister CHOC (Lidl-assortiment)

Lidl describes the Mister CHOC Hagelslag puur reviewed here as a 600 g pack.

  • The stated pack size gives you an option to consider for regular sharing.
  • Check the pack for up-to-date ingredients, allergens and storage instructions.

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Frequently asked questions

Which pack size of chocolate sprinkles is best for lunchboxes or sharing?

Choose individual portions if you don’t want to portion them out of a large pack yourself. According to Albert Heijn, De Ruijter Kleintjes contains eight portions: four of 15 g and four of 20 g. The Venz multipack reviewed here, by contrast, consists of two standard packs.

Is a 600 g pack suitable for a lunchbox?

A 600 g pack may suit regular use, but it is not automatically divided into portions to take with you. Check whether the exact pack contains individual portions and how to store the product once opened.

Which allergens should I check when sharing chocolate sprinkles?

Read the ingredients and allergens on the exact pack, even if an assortment contains several varieties. The De Ruijter Kleintjes set reviewed here lists milk, lactose, soya, wheat and cereals containing gluten, among other ingredients; the AH Hagelslag puur reviewed here contains milk and lactose.

What should I look for in the nutritional information for chocolate sprinkles?

Check the nutritional values for your chosen variety per 100 g and, if listed, per portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre highlights sugars and saturated fat in chocolate sprinkles; portion weight and ingredients can vary from product to product.

Does baker’s salt mean that rusks or chocolate sprinkles contain iodine?

You cannot tell from the name of either product. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, baker’s salt is used in bread and bread substitutes, but bakers are not required to use it. Check the ingredients of the specific rusks and chocolate sprinkles separately.