Hosts with limited table space
If you want to put crushed aniseed sprinkles out among the drinks and snacks, you could choose a compact serving jar or place small jars in different spots. Bear in mind that you may need to refill them more often.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Hosts who keep the rest of the supply separate
If guests will help themselves to the sprinkles, you can put a small amount on the table and keep the rest sealed away. Look for a suitable lid and check before use that the jar is intended for food contact.
Hosts who want product information close at hand
Once you’ve transferred the sprinkles, the ingredients, allergens and best-before date will no longer be visible on the serving jar. Keep the original packaging with the supply so you can check the current label.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide how many spots on the table need a jar and whether you want to keep a separate, sealed supply. Then assess the opening, lid and size with the product you’ll be serving.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters most to |
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| Table space and portions | Check that the jar is stable, fits on the table and has an opening that works with your little spoon or scoop. Test how high it fills with the sprinkles; packet weight doesn’t directly tell you the jar capacity. | When the table is crowded, I’d rather put small amounts in convenient spots than place one large jar among the snacks. For around 31% of consumers, space and how things are distributed are the main priorities. |
| Sealing and refilling | Check that the lid closes securely and that the jar is clean and dry before filling. Voedingscentrum recommends keeping food sealed. | I want to be able to refill the jars during the get-together without leaving the whole supply open on the table. For around 31% of consumers, sealed storage and refilling are the main priorities. |
| Label information | Keep the original packaging with the supply or make sure the current label remains available to check. Albert Heijn points out that ingredient and allergen information can change. | When I transfer the sprinkles, I want to be able to check what’s in them and their best-before date for guests. This is the main concern for around 23% of consumers. |
| Presentation | Consider the shape and how visible the contents are only after checking that the jar is intended for food contact, is stable and has a practical opening. | I want the jar to suit the drinks table, but guests also need to be able to help themselves easily. Presentation matters most to around 15% of consumers. |
Common mistakes when transferring to a jar
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Guessing the jar capacity from the packet weight
Jumbo lists De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes in a 270 g pack. That weight doesn’t tell you how much space the sprinkles will take up in a jar, in millilitres.
Try the jar you have in mind with the actual contents, leaving enough room at the top to scoop out the sprinkles. Only then decide whether you need more jars.
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Throwing away the original packaging
Once you’ve transferred the sprinkles, you can no longer check the ingredients, allergens and best-before date directly on the serving jar. Albert Heijn recommends checking the current label, as product information can change.
Keep the packaging with the supply so the information is available if anyone asks.
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Choosing a decorative jar based on looks alone
An attractive jar isn’t automatically intended for food contact. A narrow opening can also make filling or scooping difficult.
Check what the jar is intended for and make sure your serving utensil fits through the opening before filling it with sprinkles.
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Leaving the whole supply open on the table
On a crowded table, one large open jar can be awkward if guests want to help themselves from different spots. Voedingscentrum recommends keeping food sealed when it isn’t being used.
If you like, put out a smaller amount and keep the rest sealed as a refill supply.
A relevant brand to consider
De Ruijter
Albert Heijn and Jumbo list De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes; Jumbo specifies a 270 g pack.
- The stated packet weight can help you work out how many packs to put out for your get-together.
- You can’t use 270 g to work out a suitable jar capacity in millilitres. Test the jar size with the product, and check the current label for ingredients and allergens.
Glass jars and food storage containers at Joybuy
These glass jars and food storage containers offer different ways to put the sprinkles on the table or store them separately. For each model, check whether the opening, size and lid suit the way you plan to serve them.
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PURECOOK round glass storage jars, 2 × 700 ml
With two jars, you can put the sprinkles in two places or use one jar as a refill supply.
Set of two round glass jars, each with a capacity of 700 ml, with a clip-top closure and silicone seal. Check that the opening works with your serving utensils and that the product is intended for food contact.
The product title says the jars aren’t dishwasher-safe, although other product information suggests otherwise. Check the cleaning instructions before buying.
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5five glass storage jar with stainless steel lid, 1.7 l
This single jar suits a set-up with a central supply; decide whether to put it on the table or use it to refill a smaller jar.
Clear glass jar with a stated capacity of 1.7 l and a stainless steel lid. Check how much space the sprinkles take up and whether the opening is easy to use. Also check that the jar is intended for food contact.
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JORDAN&JUDY glass food storage containers, 10 pieces with black clip-on lids
You can spread the smaller containers across several serving spots, but consider whether you have room for the whole set.
The set contains five 370 ml glass containers and five 1040 ml containers, with clip-on lids. These are rectangular food storage containers, not jars specifically described as serving jars. Try your scoop in the opening and check that they’re intended for food contact.
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JORDAN&JUDY rectangular glass food storage containers, 8 pieces, blue
This set is an option if you want to use different containers for serving and storage, provided the individual sizes fit on your table.
Set of eight rectangular borosilicate glass food storage containers with clip-on lids. Check the capacity of each container, the opening and whether they’re intended for food contact before using them for crushed aniseed sprinkles.
Frequently asked questions
Can I work out what size jar I need from a 270 g pack?
No, you can’t convert the packet weight directly into the capacity of a glass jar. Jumbo lists De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes as 270 g; fill the jar you have in mind with the product to see how much space it actually takes up.
When are several small jars useful?
Several small jars are useful if guests need to be able to help themselves to the sprinkles from different spots around the drinks table. However, they need more lids, storage space and cleaning than a single jar.
What should I look for in a glass jar that will hold the sprinkles?
Choose a jar that the product information says is intended for food contact. Also check that it’s clean and dry, and that the opening suits the little spoon or scoop you plan to use.
Should I keep the packaging after transferring the sprinkles?
Keep the original packaging with the supply if you want to check the ingredients, allergens and best-before date. Albert Heijn recommends checking the current label, as product information can change.
How should I store leftover sprinkles after the get-together?
Seal the jar or packaging and follow the storage instructions on the product label. Voedingscentrum recommends storing food in sealed containers; keep the original packaging available so you can check the best-before date too.