Groups preparing sandwiches in advance
If you want to prepare sandwiches for several travellers without opening a pack during the journey, check the net weight. Jumbo and ALDI both list 600 g packs of chocolate sprinkles.
Which pack is handy for whom?
Travellers who want to hand out portions individually
If everyone isn’t eating at the same time, or wants to add their own chocolate sprinkles, individual portions are easier to share out. According to Albert Heijn, De Ruijter Kleintjes contains eight portions in a 140 g pack.
Groups choosing a variety and checking ingredients
Agree in advance whether the group wants milk, dark or another type of chocolate sprinkles. Also check the allergens on the pack you buy, as these can vary between varieties.
What should you consider when choosing?
First decide whether you’ll prepare the sandwiches in advance or hand out the chocolate sprinkles during the journey. Then choose a pack size and variety to suit the group, checking the allergens for each option.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size for the group | Check the net weight and consider how many sandwiches you want to prepare in advance. Jumbo and ALDI list 600 g varieties. | If we’re preparing sandwiches before we leave, I want to take enough chocolate sprinkles without opening a pack on the train. Having enough in the pack is the top priority for around 40% of consumers. |
| Easy to hand out | Check whether the pack contains individual portions, or divide the chocolate sprinkles into sealable containers before setting off. De Ruijter Kleintjes contains eight portions. | If everyone eats at a different time, I don’t want to have to pass around one open pack. For around 30% of consumers, ease of sharing is the main consideration. |
| A variety to suit the group | Agree in advance whether you want milk, dark or another variety, and check the product name on the exact pack. | I want to choose a variety that people in our group will actually enjoy. For around 20% of consumers, the variety is the deciding factor. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Before sharing, read the label on the variety you’ve bought, including the ingredients and allergen information. | If someone needs to watch out for certain ingredients or allergens, I don’t want to rely on the word ‘dark’ alone. For around 10% of consumers, this check is the main consideration when choosing; other travellers should also be mindful of relevant allergies. |
What can go wrong when sharing?
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Passing a large pack around during the journey
Loose chocolate sprinkles can spill from an open pack. NS says its house rules are designed to help make journeys safe, clean and enjoyable.
Prepare sandwiches in advance or divide the chocolate sprinkles into sealable containers before setting off. Bring something to collect the packaging waste in, too.
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Assuming all dark varieties contain the same allergens
The word ‘dark’ doesn’t tell you what other ingredients a product contains. For example, De Ruijter Royaal extra puur lists soya and milk fat, and warns that it may contain traces of milk protein and lactose.
Ask about relevant allergies before sharing, and read the information on the pack you’re actually taking with you.
Brands and product ranges to consider
Jumbo
Jumbo lists its own-brand chocolate sprinkles in milk, dark and duo varieties, all in 600 g packs.
- The 600 g pack is a good size for preparing several sandwiches in advance.
- A large pack isn’t the same as individual portions for the journey.
Kiekeboe (ALDI)
ALDI lists Kiekeboe dark chocolate sprinkles in a 600 g pack.
- This pack size is an option if you’re preparing sandwiches for a group.
- If you want to hand out portions to each person during the journey, you’ll need to divide the chocolate sprinkles in advance.
De Ruijter
De Ruijter’s range includes Kleintjes, with eight portions in a 140 g pack, and the Royaal extra puur variety.
- Kleintjes offers individual portions that are easy to hand out.
- Royaal extra puur lists soya and milk fat; check the label on each variety.
Venz
Jumbo lists Venz milk and dark chocolate sprinkles in 400 g packs, along with other Venz varieties.
- The different varieties give your group a choice of chocolate sprinkles.
- Ingredients and product types can vary between varieties.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists AH Hagelslag XL puur and also sells De Ruijter Kleintjes.
- These products include both an XL variety and an individual portion option.
- Check the net weight of the exact XL pack before deciding whether it’s large enough for your group.
Chocolate sprinkles for sandwiches prepared in advance
These Joybuy products are packs of chocolate sprinkles weighing between 390 g and 600 g, for anyone who wants to prepare sandwiches before a train journey. If everyone wants to add their own sprinkles during the journey, choose individual portions or divide the contents into containers in advance.
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g'woon milk chocolate sprinkles with smileys, 600 g
The 600 g pack could be a good fit if you’re preparing sandwiches for a group in advance. Before sharing, check the exact chocolate variety and the allergens on the label.
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De Ruijter dark chocolate sprinkles, 390 g
The 390 g pack is an option for a smaller group wanting to take dark chocolate sprinkles along. Before sharing, check the label for ingredients such as milk and soya, as well as allergen warnings.
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g'woon dark chocolate sprinkles, 400 g
This 400 g pack is suitable for preparing sandwiches in advance for a smaller group wanting dark chocolate sprinkles. Before sharing, read the allergen information on the pack you’ve bought, even if the name says ‘dark’.
Frequently asked questions
Which pack should I take for a group on the train?
Choose a large pack if you’re preparing sandwiches for several travellers before setting off; if everyone wants to add their own sprinkles during the journey, individual portions are more convenient. Jumbo and ALDI list 600 g packs, while according to Albert Heijn, De Ruijter Kleintjes contains eight portions.
Why should I check the label before sharing chocolate sprinkles?
Ingredients and allergens can vary between varieties. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergens must be clearly and accurately listed on the label. So read the pack you’re actually taking with you and ask about any relevant allergies.
Are dark chocolate sprinkles automatically suitable for someone with a milk allergy?
No. The word ‘dark’ alone doesn’t mean a product contains no milk ingredients. De Ruijter Royaal extra puur lists milk fat and may contain traces of milk protein and lactose; always check the label on the exact variety.