Who is this choice relevant to?

If Fairtrade comes first

You want to serve chocolate sprinkles on crispbread with a current label that explicitly displays Fairtrade certification. Another certification doesn’t meet that requirement.

If you’re comparing dark varieties

You’re looking for dark chocolate sprinkles as a topping and comparing the stated cocoa content. That percentage doesn’t tell you which certification the product carries.

If you’re sharing snacks

Before serving, you want to check the ingredients and allergen information, and choose an amount of chocolate sprinkles that suits the crispbread or dessert portions on the table.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start with the certification if Fairtrade is essential. Then compare the dark varieties, and always check the current label if you’re sharing them.

What to look for What to check when buying Who it matters to
Fairtrade certification Look for an explicit Fairtrade statement on the packaging or current product page; don’t confuse it with Rainforest Alliance. I only want to choose chocolate sprinkles that clearly display Fairtrade on the label; this certification matters most to around 46% of consumers.
Dark variety Compare the stated cocoa content of the specific varieties, as well as their certifications. I want to choose a dark variety for my crispbread based on its stated ingredients; this is the top priority for around 27% of consumers.
Allergens and portions Read the ingredients and allergen information for the current product, and decide in advance how much you’ll serve. If I’m sharing snacks, I want to know which ingredients guests need to avoid and how much chocolate sprinkles will be on the table; this check is the top priority for around 27% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing Rainforest Alliance with Fairtrade

    A statement that the cocoa is Rainforest Alliance-certified doesn’t confirm that the chocolate sprinkles also carry Fairtrade certification.

    If Fairtrade is essential for you, check that this specific certification appears on the packaging or current product page.

  • Choosing based only on ‘dark’ or the cocoa percentage

    The percentage of cocoa solids describes the composition of a variety, not its certification or allergens.

    For example, compare the stated percentages for Fairtrade Original Puur, Venz Puur and De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur only after checking the required certification and allergen information.

  • Putting out an unlimited amount of chocolate sprinkles

    The Netherlands Nutrition Centre highlights the sugar and saturated fat content of chocolate sprinkles. A topping for crispbread calls for a different amount than a bowl of chocolate sprinkles on its own.

    Put out smaller amounts for your film night, and check the packaging for nutritional information per 100 g or per portion.

Brands compared

The certifications and product details below apply to the specific dark varieties mentioned, not necessarily to every product from each brand.

Fairtrade Original

Albert Heijn lists Fairtrade certification for Fairtrade Original Hagelslag Puur; Fairtrade Original states that the 380 g pack contains at least 32% cocoa solids.

  • A specific variety to consider if Fairtrade certification is a condition of your purchase.
  • The dark variety may contain milk. Check the ingredients and nutritional information on the pack you buy too.

De Ruijter

Albert Heijn states that De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur contains at least 52% cocoa solids and lists Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa.

  • The stated cocoa percentage makes this specific dark variety easy to compare with other dark chocolate sprinkles.
  • The Rainforest Alliance statement doesn’t confirm Fairtrade certification. If you’re sharing it, check this variety’s allergen information too.

Venz

Albert Heijn states that Venz Hagelslag Puur contains at least 32% cocoa solids and lists Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa.

  • A specific dark variety whose cocoa percentage and stated certification you can compare.
  • Don’t treat the Rainforest Alliance statement as proof of Fairtrade certification. Check the current packaging for ingredients and allergens.

Dark chocolate sprinkles for a film night

This product selection is for anyone considering dark chocolate sprinkles when Fairtrade isn’t an absolute requirement. If you specifically want Fairtrade-certified chocolate sprinkles for your crispbread, first check that the current product label displays Fairtrade certification.

g'woon dark chocolate sprinkles, 400 g

g'woon dark chocolate sprinkles 400 g

An option to consider if you’re looking for dark chocolate sprinkles and Fairtrade isn’t a requirement.

Pack size: 400 g. Before sharing, check the current label: the product information lists milk as an allergen. A Rainforest Alliance statement doesn’t confirm Fairtrade certification.

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Frequently asked questions

Are Rainforest Alliance chocolate sprinkles the same as Fairtrade chocolate sprinkles?

No, these certifications aren’t interchangeable. The product information we checked for Venz Puur and De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur lists Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa; Albert Heijn explicitly lists Fairtrade for Fairtrade Original Puur. If Fairtrade is essential, check the certification on the variety you’re buying.

What should I check if several people are eating the chocolate sprinkles?

Check the current ingredients and allergen information for each variety you choose. According to the product information, Fairtrade Original Puur may contain milk; check the milk and soya information for Venz Puur and De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur too. Don’t assume that another variety from the same brand has the same ingredients.

How can I keep portions of chocolate sprinkles on crispbread under control?

Measure out an amount rather than putting an open pack on the table. Compare products using their nutritional information per 100 g or per portion, then decide how much chocolate sprinkles you want to use on the crispbread.