Who is this choice relevant to?

People looking for a topping

You want something to sprinkle over bread, yoghurt, porridge or baked goods for an afternoon snack, rather than a box of chocolates to give as a gift.

People comparing nutritional information

You want to compare the sugars, fat and stated cocoa percentage in dark chocolate sprinkles, rather than relying on the product name alone.

Households mindful of allergens

You need to check the ingredients and allergens on the current packaging for the option you choose, even if you’ve bought the same brand before.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you’re looking for a topping to use at home or a chocolate gift. If you’re comparing chocolate sprinkles, nutritional information per 100 g makes it easier to compare different packs, as recommended by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre.

What to consider What to check Who should pay particular attention?
Product type Check whether you want a topping to eat at home or chocolate in gift packaging. If you want something to sprinkle over your afternoon snack, you’ll need a different type of product from a gift. Around 31% of consumers put this choice first.
Sugars and cocoa Compare sugars and fat per 100 g, and check the cocoa percentage of the exact product. If you’re looking for dark chocolate sprinkles but nutritional differences matter to you, look beyond the name ‘dark’. Around 31% of consumers prioritise this comparison.
Allergens Read the ingredients, allergen information and any warnings on the pack you’ve chosen. If an ingredient could be a problem for anyone in your household, check that particular product before use. This is the main concern for around 23% of consumers.
Pack size and use Compare the pack size with how much you expect to use, and check the best-before date. If you use chocolate sprinkles regularly, the amount in each pack may matter more than it would for occasional use. Around 15% of consumers put this consideration first.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing chocolate sprinkles with a box of chocolates

    Chocolate sprinkles are designed to be used as a topping for bread or other foods. For a gift, the presentation and contents of the gift packaging matter too.

    Before comparing products, decide whether you want a topping for home or chocolate to give as a gift.

  • Assuming ‘dark’ means low in sugars

    Dark chocolate sprinkles don’t all have the same nutritional values. Albert Heijn lists 65 g of sugars per 100 g for Venz Puur and 43 g per 100 g for De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur.

    Compare the nutritional information per 100 g for the options you’re considering, and check the ingredients and cocoa percentage too.

  • Relying on the brand name when checking for allergens

    Allergens vary between products. Albert Heijn’s product information lists milk and soya for Venz Puur, while Jumbo also lists cereals containing gluten and wheat for De Ruijter Mix.

    Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack of the exact product you’re using, including any warnings about cross-contamination.

  • Buying a large pack without considering how much you’ll use

    A larger pack isn’t automatically the right amount if you only use chocolate sprinkles occasionally.

    Check the net weight and best-before date, and choose an amount that suits how much you expect to use.

Brands to compare

These brands offer examples of chocolate sprinkles to use as a topping for bread or other foods. Always compare the exact product: ingredients and allergens aren’t necessarily the same across an entire brand.

De Ruijter

The range includes mixed varieties and Specials Intens Puur.

  • Albert Heijn lists at least 52% cocoa solids and 43 g of sugars per 100 g for Specials Intens Puur.
  • According to Albert Heijn, this product contains milk and soya and may contain lactose. These details don’t apply to every De Ruijter product.

Venz

Venz Puur is chocolate sprinkles that can also be used as a topping.

  • Albert Heijn lists at least 32% cocoa solids for the 400 g product reviewed.
  • The same product information lists 65 g of sugars per 100 g and identifies milk and soya as allergens.

AH

AH Puur is a supermarket own-brand option of chocolate sprinkles in a 400 g pack.

  • Albert Heijn lists at least 32% cocoa solids for this product.
  • Albert Heijn lists 64 g of added sugars per 100 g, and milk and lactose as allergens. Check the current packaging.

Jumbo

Jumbo offers dark chocolate sprinkles in a 600 g pack.

  • Jumbo lists at least 32% cocoa solids for this product.
  • The product information lists 65,8 g of sugars per 100 g and warns that the product may contain milk.

Kiekeboe

Kiekeboe is a supermarket own-brand option of dark chocolate sprinkles in a 600 g pack.

  • ALDI describes this product as dark chocolate sprinkles made with Rainforest Alliance cocoa.
  • Check the packaging for nutritional information, ingredients and allergens when comparing this product.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I give chocolate sprinkles as a gift instead of a box of chocolates?

Chocolate sprinkles aren’t the same product as a box of chocolates. If you’re looking for a chocolate gift, consider the contents and presentation of a gift box. Chocolate sprinkles are sold as a topping for bread or other foods.

How do I compare the nutritional value of dark chocolate sprinkles?

Compare the nutritional information per 100 g, including sugars and fat, and check the ingredients list too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing products per 100 g, so differences in portion size don’t distort the comparison.

Where can I find allergen information for chocolate sprinkles?

Read the allergen information on the pack of the product you’ve chosen. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, 14 allergens must be declared on the labels of prepacked foods. Also check for any warnings about possible cross-contamination.

What pack size is right for how much I use?

Choose a pack size based on how often you use chocolate sprinkles as a topping. Before buying, check the quantity and best-before date on the packaging, and follow the storage instructions after opening.