Families and busy brunch tables
If several people want the same chocolate sprinkles, a larger pack means you’re less likely to need to open a second one. Jumbo and ALDI Netherlands both list 600 g packs of chocolate sprinkles.
Who is a larger pack useful for?
Tables with different tastes
If not everyone wants milk, dark or white chocolate sprinkles, a large pack of just one type may not be the most practical choice. A mix or several smaller packs gives everyone more choice.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, work out how many people want the same flavour. If anyone needs to avoid a food allergen, check the information on the exact pack before serving.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters most to |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size | Compare the net weight and think about how many people will choose the same variety. | If several people want the same type on their bread, I don’t want to need a second pack halfway through breakfast. For around 50% of consumers, having enough in the pack is the deciding factor. |
| Flavour and variety | Consider whether milk, dark, white or a mix would suit the table best; for a special variety, check the contents too. | If people at the table want different flavours, I’d rather offer a choice than one large pack of a single type. For around 30% of consumers, variety of flavour comes first. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the information for the exact variety and check the label again before serving the chocolate sprinkles. | If I need to take a food allergy into account, I want to know what’s in this particular pack. For around 20% of consumers, checking this is the top priority. |
Common mistakes
-
Choosing a large pack without considering everyone’s tastes
A 600 g pack gives you plenty of one type or combination, but it won’t automatically cater for different preferences.
Ask which flavours people want and, if needed, choose a mix or several smaller packs.
-
Assuming you know the ingredients from the product name or an old pack
The name alone doesn’t tell you which allergens the specific variety contains. Albert Heijn points out that product information, including ingredients and allergens, can change.
Check the information for the variety you’ve chosen and read the label on the pack before serving it.
-
Assuming a product listing means it’s currently available
Jumbo says that Venz XXL dark chocolate sprinkles are no longer available to buy online from them. This doesn’t tell you whether other XXL varieties are available.
Check the variety you’ve chosen with the shop where you plan to order or do your shopping.
Brands compared
Jumbo
Jumbo’s own-brand range includes milk, dark and duo chocolate sprinkles in 600 g packs.
- The confirmed 600 g pack size is worth considering when several people want the same variety.
- Choose the flavour or combination carefully: a larger pack doesn’t give you more choice at the table by itself.
De Ruijter
Jumbo lists standard De Ruijter milk and dark chocolate sprinkles in 390 g packs.
- Milk and dark give you a choice of two flavours.
- A 390 g pack contains less than the confirmed 600 g varieties, so consider whether it’s enough for your table.
Venz
The Venz varieties reviewed include 400 g packs of milk and dark chocolate sprinkles, as well as 380 g XXL milk chocolate sprinkles.
- The varieties give you a choice of flavour and sprinkle size.
- The confirmed 380–400 g packs contain less than a 600 g pack. Check whether the specific XXL variety is available.
Kiekeboe (ALDI)
ALDI Netherlands lists Kiekeboe dark chocolate sprinkles in a 600 g pack, made with Rainforest Alliance cocoa.
- The confirmed pack contains 600 g of dark chocolate sprinkles.
- If you want to offer several flavours at the table, this dark variety on its own may not give you enough choice.
Mister Choc (Lidl)
Lidl Netherlands lists Mister Choc dark chocolate sprinkles, as well as a separate XXL dark variety.
- Both a regular and an XXL dark variety are listed.
- Check the net weight on the pack you choose before comparing it with a 600 g pack.
Chocolate sprinkles on Joybuy
These products range from a 250 g pack to varieties weighing 380–400 g. They offer a choice of flavours and pack sizes for Sunday breakfast; check whether each pack is right for the number of people at your table.
No image available
g'woon Jan Hagel, 250 g
A smaller pack for a table where not everyone is having the same chocolate sprinkles. The product name states 250 g; check the flavour and ingredients on the exact pack.
No image available
Venz milk chocolate sprinkles, 400 g
For a breakfast where milk chocolate sprinkles are on the menu. The pack contains 400 g; consider whether that’s enough if several people will be helping themselves.
No image available
G'woon Just Sprinkles Mix, 400 g
A chocolate sprinkles mix for anyone who would rather serve a combination than just one type. The pack contains 400 g; check the label for the ingredients and allergens in this variety.
No image available
Venz chocolate sprinkles with vanilla flavour, 400 g
For people at the table who fancy vanilla flavour alongside chocolate. This pack contains 400 g; check the ingredients and allergens on the exact pack.
No image available
Venz XXL white chocolate sprinkles, 380 g
For anyone who likes white chocolate sprinkles with larger pieces. The pack contains 380 g, less than the 600 g packs discussed here; check the label for this variety too.
Frequently asked questions
What pack size is right for a Sunday breakfast with several people?
A 600 g pack is one option if several people want mostly the same chocolate sprinkles. Jumbo lists three 600 g varieties, and ALDI Netherlands lists a 600 g pack of Kiekeboe dark chocolate sprinkles. If people at the table want different flavours, smaller packs or a mix may be a better fit.
Can I rely on the product name alone for allergen information?
No, check the allergen information for the exact variety. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products. Read the pack itself before serving the chocolate sprinkles too, as product information can change.
How should I store an opened pack of chocolate sprinkles?
Follow the storage advice on the pack of chocolate sprinkles you’ve chosen and check the stated best-before date. Don’t use the storage period for another brand or variety as a guide.