Who is this choice relevant to?

Party hosts looking for Fairtrade chocolate

You’re looking for chocolate sprinkles for a birthday and want to be able to see exactly what the Fairtrade claim applies to on the product itself.

Fans of aniseed decorations

You want the sweet aniseed flavour of Gestampte Muisjes on rusks, yoghurt or celebration cakes, for example; chocolate isn’t essential for you.

Party hosts who need to check allergens

You’re serving sprinkles to several guests and want to check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging you’ve bought before serving.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want to serve aniseed or chocolate. If you choose chocolate, check exactly what the Fairtrade claim covers. For any product, read the label if the ingredients matter to your guests.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Fairtrade claim on chocolate Check the exact product to see which Fairtrade claim is used and whether it applies to the product or specifically to the cocoa. If chocolate is to be the birthday treat, I want to know exactly what the Fairtrade claim covers. This combination is the top priority for around 50% of consumers.
Aniseed flavour and how you’ll use it Choose between Gestampte Muisjes and chocolate sprinkles, and decide what you want to serve them on. For rusks or celebration cakes, I want to keep the delicate aniseed flavour of Gestampte Muisjes. That flavour and use are the main priority for around 30% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging you’ll actually be serving. When I’m treating several guests, I want to know whether the sprinkles I’ve chosen are suitable for their dietary needs. This check is the top priority for around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Mistaking Gestampte Muisjes for chocolate sprinkles

    The ingredients list for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes at Albert Heijn names aniseed, but not cocoa or chocolate. So this product won’t meet your needs if you’re looking for Fairtrade chocolate.

    Start by deciding which flavour you want to serve. If chocolate is a must, check both the ingredients and the Fairtrade claim on the chocolate sprinkles packaging.

  • Assuming a Fairtrade claim covers every ingredient

    Albert Heijn describes Delicata chocolate sprinkles as being made with Fairtrade-certified cocoa. This wording refers to the cocoa, not necessarily to every other ingredient.

    Read the precise wording next to the certification mark. Fairtrade Netherlands also explains that certification marks can be used in specific ways on products containing multiple ingredients.

  • Relying only on a product page you viewed earlier

    When serving guests, the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’ve bought is what matters. For example, the ingredients list for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes at Albert Heijn names wheat starch.

    Check the label before serving and ask guests or their carers which ingredients they need to avoid. Don’t choose based on the product name alone.

Brands and product ranges to consider

De Ruijter

The Gestampte Muisjes reviewed here are a choice for anyone looking for aniseed sprinkles, not for those who want chocolate as an ingredient.

  • Jumbo lists bread, rusks and yoghurt as ways to enjoy De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes.
  • The ingredients list at Albert Heijn does not mention cocoa or chocolate, but does include wheat starch.

Fairtrade Original

The Hagelslag Puur reviewed here is chocolate sprinkles for anyone looking for a Fairtrade claim on the product.

  • Albert Heijn lists Fairtrade as a product feature; Jumbo states that this product contains at least 32% cocoa solids.
  • Chocolate sprinkles don’t have the aniseed flavour of Gestampte Muisjes.

Delicata

The dark chocolate sprinkles reviewed here may suit you if a claim about Fairtrade-certified cocoa meets your requirements.

  • Albert Heijn states that this product contains Fairtrade-certified cocoa.
  • This claim refers to the cocoa; don’t take it as confirmation that all the ingredients are Fairtrade-certified. This product won’t give you the aniseed flavour either.

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Frequently asked questions

Are De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes a good choice for Fairtrade chocolate?

No, not if chocolate is a must. The ingredients list for this product at Albert Heijn names sugar, aniseed and wheat starch, but not cocoa or chocolate. In that case, choose a chocolate product with a Fairtrade claim that meets your requirements.

How do I read the Fairtrade claim on chocolate sprinkles?

Check the packaging of the exact product to see which ingredient or product is named. For example, Albert Heijn states that Delicata contains Fairtrade-certified cocoa; don’t take this to mean that all the ingredients are covered by the claim. Fairtrade Netherlands explains that certification marks work differently for products containing multiple ingredients.

What should I check if guests need to avoid certain ingredients?

Check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’re serving, even if you’ve already looked at a product page. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority stresses the importance of clear allergen information on food labels. You should also find out which ingredients matter to your guests.