If you’re serving a small portion
If you want to serve crushed aniseed sprinkles without putting out the whole pack, a compact jar with a lid is one option. IKEA describes its 0.5 l KORKEN jar as suitable for dry food and for use as a serving dish.
Who would find a glass jar useful?
If you also want to take the jar with you
If you plan to use the jar later for other snacks or leftovers, the seal matters more. IKEA describes its 600 ml IKEA 365+ glass jar with a lid as leakproof; for other models, check the stated lid features individually.
If you need to check ingredients and allergens
Read the label before transferring crushed aniseed sprinkles to an unlabelled jar. Foodstore Andaluz lists, among other things, wheat starch and milk flavouring in De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes. Albert Heijn notes that ingredient and allergen information can change.
What should you look for?
First decide whether you mainly want to serve a portion or also store and take the jar with you. Also check the label on the crushed aniseed sprinkles before the original packaging is out of sight.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it’s mainly for |
|---|---|---|
| A portion for the table | Check the capacity, the opening and whether the jar is intended for dry food. A capacity of 0.5 l doesn’t guarantee that a 270 g pack will all fit. | I want to put out a small amount for a snack and store the rest separately; around 44% of consumers would reportedly prioritise serving it at the table. |
| Sealing and taking it with you | Check which lid features are explicitly stated and whether the care instructions suit how you plan to use the jar. | If I put the jar in a bag after use or use it for other snacks, I mainly want a suitable seal; that would reportedly be the main priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Label and dry storage | Read the ingredients, allergen information and storage advice on the current packaging. Use a clean, dry jar. | I need to be able to check whether the ingredients are suitable for me before serving, even after transferring them; this would reportedly be the top priority for around 23% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Using a decorative glass jar for food
A decorative jar isn’t automatically intended for contact with food. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that products intended to come into contact with food must meet requirements in the Netherlands.
Choose a jar explicitly sold as a storage jar or as suitable for contact with food.
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Assuming 270 g will fit in a 0.5 l jar
The weight of the crushed aniseed sprinkles and the capacity of the jar aren’t directly comparable. Some of the pack may be left over after filling the jar.
Use a 0.5 l jar for a serving portion, or try filling one jar from a pack to see how much space you need before choosing several.
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Suddenly exposing a cold glass jar to intense heat
IKEA warns that temperature differences can break the KORKEN jar. This is also worth bearing in mind if you want to use a jar for other purposes.
Follow the instructions for the specific jar, and only put crushed aniseed sprinkles into a clean, completely dry jar.
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Relying on an old ingredients list
Available ingredient information for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes lists, among other things, wheat starch and milk flavouring. Albert Heijn warns that product information can change.
Before eating, check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging you’re actually using.
A relevant brand to consider
De Ruijter
Jumbo lists De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes as a bread topping in a 270 g pack. Albert Heijn lists the product too; you’ll need to choose a glass storage jar separately.
- The product information describes crushed aniseed sprinkles as a sweet topping for bread and crispbread, among other things.
- Check the ingredients and allergens on the current label before transferring the contents to another jar.
Glass storage jars and containers on Joybuy
These glass jars and storage containers are options for keeping a portion of crushed aniseed sprinkles in view. If you’re serving them at the table, also consider the opening and how you plan to sprinkle them; the stated capacity alone doesn’t tell you whether a whole pack will fit.
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PURECOOK round glass storage jars, 2 × 700 ml
For anyone who wants to keep crushed aniseed sprinkles in view and seal the jar. The set contains two glass jars, each with a capacity of 700 ml, and silicone clip-top fastenings. Don’t rely on capacity alone if you want to transfer a whole pack; also check the care instructions for the jar, lid and seal, as the information about dishwasher use is contradictory.
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5five transparent glass storage container, 0.53 l
A 0.53 l storage container for anyone who wants to set aside a small amount. Before using it on the table, check that the shape and opening make it easy to sprinkle out the crushed aniseed sprinkles. Even with this capacity, it isn’t clear whether a whole pack will fit.
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JORDAN&JUDY set of 8 rectangular glass storage containers with blue lids
This set may suit anyone who wants to store other snacks in separate containers as well as crushed aniseed sprinkles. The product name states that the containers are made from borosilicate glass and have locking lids. Check the capacity and dimensions of each container if you have a particular portion size or table use in mind.
Frequently asked questions
Will a whole 270 g pack of crushed aniseed sprinkles fit in a 0.5 l jar?
You can’t tell from those two measurements alone: grams indicate weight, while litres indicate the jar’s capacity. Jumbo lists De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes in a 270 g pack, while IKEA gives the KORKEN jar a capacity of 0.5 l. Use the jar for a portion at the table, or try filling it first to see how much of the pack fits.
Which jar should I choose mainly for serving at the table?
For a small portion of dry sprinkles, choose a glass jar with an opening and seal that work for you. IKEA says the 0.5 l KORKEN jar is suitable for dry food and use as a serving dish; that doesn’t automatically mean it’s big enough for a whole pack.
How should I store crushed aniseed sprinkles after transferring them?
Put them in a clean, dry jar and seal it after use. Keep the information on the original packaging to hand for storage advice and ingredients.
Can I use any decorative glass jar for crushed aniseed sprinkles?
It’s better to choose a jar intended for food storage or contact with food. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that products intended for contact with food must meet legal requirements in the Netherlands; a decorative jar’s appearance doesn’t tell you what it’s intended for.
Which allergens should I check in crushed aniseed sprinkles?
Always check the label on the pack you buy. Foodstore Andaluz lists wheat starch and milk flavouring in De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes; Albert Heijn warns that ingredient and allergen information can change.