Who is this choice for?

Picnickers who take their toppings separately

If you want to sprinkle on the chocolate once you’re at the park, you can pack a dry base and the topping separately. Position the crispbread so it won’t be crushed on the way.

Fans of fresh sourdough bread

If you’d prefer a soft slice of bread to a crunchy cracker, sliced sourdough is an option. Protect the slices from being squashed and add the topping shortly before eating.

Picnickers who want to control how much chocolate they use

Take the chocolate sprinkles separately if you want to choose how much to add to each slice. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises not eating chocolate sprinkles too often or in large amounts.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you mainly want to keep a dry, crunchy base intact on the way or would rather enjoy a fresh slice of bread. Then check the packaging for both your chosen base and the chocolate sprinkles.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Transport and crunch Choose between sliced bread and crispbread that can be kept dry. Protect crackers from pressure during transport and keep the chocolate sprinkles separate. If my bag gets full on the way, I want the base to stay intact and only add the topping when I’m ready to eat. Around 45% of consumers prioritise keeping food intact while travelling.
Fresh flavour and a soft bite Check whether the sourdough bread is sliced and how you can carry the slices without squashing them. For me, chocolate sprinkles belong on a soft, fresh slice of bread, even if it needs to be packed with a little more care. Around 33% of consumers prioritise that bread-eating experience.
Amount of topping and ingredients Check the nutritional information per serving or per 100 g, and read the allergen information for both the base and the chocolate sprinkles. I want to decide for myself how much chocolate to use and know which ingredients I’m taking with me before I set off. That’s the main consideration for around 22% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Adding the topping well before you set off

    A topped slice of bread can get squashed or damp on the way. A cracker, on the other hand, can break if it’s left unprotected in a full bag.

    Carry the base in a sturdy container and take the chocolate sprinkles separately if you want to preserve the texture.

  • Assuming every slice should have chocolate sprinkles

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, chocolate sprinkles contain sugar and saturated fat and are best enjoyed occasionally.

    Take the chocolate sprinkles separately so you can decide how much to use when you’re ready to eat.

  • Guessing allergens from the product name

    ‘Dark’ doesn’t mean chocolate sprinkles are free from milk or soya. Nor does ‘sourdough’ in the name mean that a cracker is gluten-free: the De Ruijter Chocoladehagel puur product reviewed lists milk and soya, while the rye crackers reviewed contain cereals containing gluten.

    Check the current ingredients and allergen information on the packaging of every product you choose.

  • Assuming fresh sourdough bread can be delivered

    Jumbo says its fresh sourdough loaves, baked in-store, can’t be ordered online.

    Before your picnic, check how you can buy the bread you’ve chosen. If you want to take that particular bread, be prepared to visit a shop.

Relevant brands and retailers

Albert Heijn

A retailer to browse for sliced sourdough bread if you’re taking the fresh-bread approach.

  • Albert Heijn lists sliced wholemeal sourdough bread among its online products.
  • Check the packaging of your chosen bread for the latest product information.

Jumbo

A retailer with sourdough bread and a separate range of sourdough crispbread.

  • Jumbo lists product information for sourdough crispbread from external brands.
  • Jumbo says its fresh sourdough loaves, baked in-store, can’t be ordered online.

De Ruijter

A chocolate-sprinkle brand for anyone who wants to take their topping separately.

  • The Chocoladehagel puur product reviewed is a specific option whose ingredients and allergens can be checked on the packaging.
  • For this dark variety, Albert Heijn lists milk and soya as allergens; don’t assume the same applies to other varieties.

Venz

A chocolate-sprinkle brand with a range of flavours and sizes listed by Jumbo.

  • The listed varieties offer a choice of flavours and sizes.
  • Check current availability of the specific variety you’re looking for.

Leksands

A brand to consider if you’re looking for sourdough crispbread as a dry base for your picnic.

  • The crispbread reviewed should be stored in a cool, dry place.
  • The variety reviewed contains cereals containing gluten; protect the crackers from breaking during transport, too.

Sourdough crispbread on Joybuy

This crispbread is a good fit if you want to take a dry base separately from your chocolate sprinkles. If you’d prefer a soft slice of bread, choose freshly sliced sourdough instead of a cracker.

Wasa Sourdough Rye Crackers, 235 g pack

Wasa Sourdough Rye Crackers 235 g

A rye cracker made with sourdough, for anyone who wants to take the base and chocolate sprinkles to the park separately.

Pack size: 235 g. Protect the crackers from pressure during transport and check the current packaging for ingredients and allergens.

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Frequently asked questions

Which sourdough product should I take for chocolate sprinkles in the park?

Take sourdough crispbread if you want to transport the base dry and separately from the chocolate sprinkles; choose sliced sourdough bread if a soft slice matters more. Protect crackers from breaking and add the topping shortly before eating, whichever you choose, if you want to preserve the original texture.

Do I need to keep the chocolate sprinkles in a cool bag?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of your chosen chocolate sprinkles; the varieties reviewed say to store them in a cool, dry place. Take any products that need to stay chilled in a separate cool bag. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises keeping food cool during a picnic where necessary.

How can I keep food clean during a picnic?

Wash your hands and use clean containers and utensils. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends this, along with keeping food cool, as part of safe picnicking.

Does all sourdough bread contain iodised baker’s salt?

You can’t tell from the name ‘sourdough bread’. The Commodities Act Decree on the Addition of Micronutrients to Foodstuffs defines baker’s salt as iodised table salt, but that doesn’t tell you which salt was used in a particular loaf. Check the label or ask the baker if the type of salt matters to your choice.

Which allergens should I check in chocolate sprinkles on crispbread?

Check the current packaging of both products, even if the chocolate sprinkles are labelled ‘dark’. The De Ruijter Chocoladehagel puur product reviewed lists milk and soya; the sourdough rye crackers reviewed contain cereals containing gluten. Other varieties may contain different allergens.