Who is this choice for?

Hosts who want to serve Fairtrade chocolate

You’re looking specifically for chocolate with a verifiable Fairtrade claim to serve with coffee, and you’re happy to choose chocolate sprinkles rather than crushed aniseed sprinkles.

Aniseed fans and lovers of the traditional sprinkles

You want the aniseed flavour of crushed aniseed sprinkles on rusks or bread, or you use them as a decoration. A cocoa certification doesn’t meet this flavour preference.

Shoppers checking allergens for guests

You’re serving several people and want to check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging of your chosen product before buying. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre stresses the importance of checking the label if you have a food allergy.

What should you look for when choosing?

Crushed aniseed sprinkles

Choose these if: aniseed and the traditional way of serving these sprinkles are your guests’ main priorities.

The trade-off: According to Albert Heijn and Jumbo, De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes are sugared aniseed, so they won’t meet a request for Fairtrade chocolate.

Fairtrade chocolate sprinkles

Choose these if: chocolate with a Fairtrade claim is your priority. Albert Heijn lists the Fairtrade mark for Fairtrade Original Hagelslag Puur and Fairtrade-certified cocoa for Delicata Chocoladehagelslag Puur.

The trade-off: Chocolate sprinkles don’t have the aniseed flavour of crushed aniseed sprinkles. What’s more, Delicata’s cocoa claim doesn’t apply to every individual ingredient.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Fairtrade chocolate Look for the Fairtrade mark and read the packaging to see exactly what the claim applies to. If I want to serve friends chocolate with a Fairtrade claim, that requirement should determine my choice of product. This is the top priority for around 44% of shoppers.
Aniseed and tradition Choose crushed aniseed sprinkles rather than whole aniseed sprinkles or chocolate sprinkles. For rusks served to my guests, I specifically want the flavour and texture of crushed aniseed. Around 33% of shoppers prioritise this tradition.
Allergens for guests Read the current ingredients and allergen information, including any statements about possible traces. When I put something out to go with coffee for several people, I want to check first that the product is suitable for their allergies. This is the most important consideration for around 23% of shoppers.

Common mistakes

  • Mistaking crushed aniseed sprinkles for chocolate

    Albert Heijn describes De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes as crushed sugared aniseed. The ingredients list at Jumbo doesn’t mention cocoa, so this product won’t meet a request for Fairtrade chocolate.

    Before choosing a brand or certification, decide whether you want to serve aniseed or chocolate.

  • Confusing Rainforest Alliance with Fairtrade

    Albert Heijn lists Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa for De Ruijter Specials Hagelslag Intens Puur, while Fairtrade Original Hagelslag Puur carries the Fairtrade mark. These are different certifications.

    If Fairtrade is a must, look specifically for the Fairtrade mark and the relevant wording on the packaging.

  • Choosing based only on flavour or certification

    The online ingredients list for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes includes wheat starch. The information for the chocolate sprinkles mentioned here varies when it comes to milk and lactose. So a flavour preference or certification doesn’t replace an allergen check.

    Ask your guests about any relevant allergies and check the current packaging before serving, including any statement about possible traces.

Brands and product ranges to consider

De Ruijter

De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes are a traditional aniseed topping for rusks, bread and more.

  • Albert Heijn describes this product as crushed sugared aniseed.
  • The ingredients list at Jumbo includes wheat starch and no cocoa, so this isn’t Fairtrade chocolate sprinkles.

Fairtrade Original

Fairtrade Original Hagelslag Puur is a chocolate option for anyone looking for the Fairtrade mark to serve with coffee.

  • Albert Heijn lists the Fairtrade mark and at least 32% cocoa solids for these sprinkles.
  • They’re not crushed aniseed sprinkles; according to the product information, they may contain milk.

Delicata

Delicata Chocoladehagelslag Puur is a chocolate option if Fairtrade-certified cocoa meets your requirements.

  • Albert Heijn lists Fairtrade-certified cocoa and at least 43% cocoa solids for this product.
  • The cocoa claim doesn’t mean that every ingredient is Fairtrade-certified. Check the packaging for information about milk and lactose too.

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Frequently asked questions

Does De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes contain chocolate?

No. The ingredients listed at Jumbo for 270 g of De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes include sugar, aniseed and wheat starch, but no cocoa or chocolate. Choose this product for its aniseed flavour, not if you want to serve Fairtrade chocolate.

How can I check the Fairtrade claim on chocolate sprinkles?

Look for the Fairtrade mark and read the wording on the current packaging. Fairtrade Netherlands advises checking the information on the back if the certification mark has an arrow. If the packaging says the cocoa is certified, don’t assume that all the ingredients are certified too.

Is Rainforest Alliance the same as Fairtrade?

No, they’re different certifications. Albert Heijn lists Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa for De Ruijter Specials Hagelslag Intens Puur and the Fairtrade mark for Fairtrade Original Hagelslag Puur. If Fairtrade is a requirement, check for that specific mark.

Which allergens should I check if I’m having guests?

Check the packaging of the product you’re serving. The information for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes lists wheat; the chocolate sprinkles mentioned here may contain milk or lactose. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre stresses the importance of checking the label if you have a food allergy.

How should I store the sprinkles until it’s time for coffee?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging. The product information for Fairtrade Original Hagelslag Puur says to store in a cool, dry place; Delicata Chocoladehagelslag Puur should be kept somewhere cool, dark and dry.