If you want to serve sprinkles at the table
You’re looking for a compact jar that guests can easily reach into, without taking up space with a large storage jar on the Easter table.
Which jar suits your needs?
If you want to store them dry after brunch
You want to be able to seal the jar again and put it away in a cupboard. Albert Heijn and Jumbo say that De Ruijter crushed aniseed sprinkles should be stored in a dry place.
If you want one jar for serving and storage
You’re looking for a shape that’s easy to serve from, with a lid that’s also suitable for repeated storage.
What should you look for?
First decide how much you want to put on the table at once. Then compare the opening, lid and care instructions of a jar that suits your needs.
| What to consider | What to check | Especially useful for |
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| Serving at the table | Check the opening and how much space the jar will take up on the table. A capacity in millilitres doesn’t confirm that a 270 g pack will fit. | If guests are helping themselves to sprinkles for crispbreads or cakes, I want them to be able to reach a small serving easily; around 36% of consumers would apparently consider this their main need. |
| Keeping them dry | Check that the lid fits securely and that the jar and lid are dry before filling. | I want to put the leftover sprinkles away sealed after brunch; for around 29% of consumers, keeping them dry would apparently be the priority. |
| Cleaning and reusing | Read the care instructions for the glass, lid and any seal separately. | If I use the jar regularly, I also want to be able to clean the lid properly; around 21% of consumers would apparently make this their main priority. |
| Storage capacity | Compare the stated capacity with the amount you want to store, and if necessary test whether everything fits using the actual sprinkles. | If I want to put away more than one pack, I need enough room without having to keep topping it up; for around 14% of consumers, capacity would apparently be the most important factor. |
Common mistakes
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Confusing pack weight with jar capacity
The 270 g listed by Albert Heijn and Jumbo for De Ruijter crushed aniseed sprinkles is a weight, not a volume in millilitres.
Use the actual contents to test how much space you need in a measuring jug or existing jar, leaving enough room to close the lid.
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Assuming every lid is dishwasher-safe
The care instructions for the glass may not apply to the lid, ring or clip.
Check the instructions for each part and let the jar and seal dry before adding more sprinkles.
A lid that needs to be washed by hand takes extra care when you use it regularly.
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Using a decorative jar for food without checking it first
The lid and seal may also come into contact with the sprinkles. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority sets out requirements for products intended to come into contact with food.
Check that the jar and any parts that will touch the food are intended for food use, and keep them clean.
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Relying only on an older online ingredients list
Jumbo lists wheat starch in De Ruijter crushed aniseed sprinkles. If a guest has an allergy, the information on the pack you’re actually serving is important.
Before serving, check the current ingredients and allergen information on that pack.
Brands to consider
De Ruijter
Albert Heijn and Jumbo list De Ruijter crushed aniseed sprinkles in a 270 g pack, with instructions to store them in a dry place.
- The pack weight gives you a starting point for the amount you want to transfer.
- The 270 g weight doesn’t tell you the exact capacity you’ll need in a glass jar.
Kilner
Kilner describes its 0.35 l Clip Top jar as suitable for dry ingredients, among other things.
- Kilner says this model has a clip and rubber seal for an airtight closure.
- You’ll need to check with the actual contents whether 350 ml is enough for a full pack of crushed aniseed sprinkles.
WECK
WECK describes the 290 ml Quadro 768 as suitable for garnishes and storage, among other uses.
- The wide opening described by WECK may be handy when guests are helping themselves to a small portion.
- WECK says its specific wooden lids don’t fit the Quadro 768, so check which type of closure you want to use.
Bormioli Rocco
Bormioli Rocco describes its Quattro Stagioni range as glass jars for storage and display.
- Bormioli Rocco says the jars in this range are airtight.
- Choose the size once you’ve decided how much you want to serve or store at a time.
5five
Joybuy describes 1.5 l and 1.7 l 5five glass jars as suitable for storing dry food.
- These larger sizes are an option if you’re mainly looking for extra storage space.
- Hand-washing the lid is recommended for the models described; also consider whether such a large jar will fit on your table.
Glass jars and storage containers at Joybuy
These glass jars and storage containers are options for serving or storing crushed aniseed sprinkles. Focus on comparing the shape, stated capacity and closure with the amount you want to use.
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PURECOOK glass storage jars, 2 × 700 ml
Two separate jars may be useful if you want to serve one portion and store another.
The product name gives the capacity as 700 ml per jar and describes a clip-top lid with a silicone seal. Check the care instructions for each part: the product name states that the set isn’t dishwasher-safe.
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YumiPLUS Inspired glass jars, set of 3
A set of three may suit you if you want to spread the sprinkles across several serving points.
The product name describes the glass jars as airtight. Check the capacity of each jar and the care instructions before choosing a size.
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5five glass storage container, 0.53 l
This storage container is an alternative if you’re not looking for a traditional round storage jar.
It has a stated capacity of 0.53 l and is transparent. Check whether its shape makes it easy to serve or sprinkle the aniseed sprinkles at the table.
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5five glass storage jar with stainless steel lid, 1.7 l
The 1.7 l size is worth considering if you want to store a larger quantity; for a small serving at the table, the jar takes up more space.
Joybuy describes this jar as suitable for dry food and recommends hand-washing the lid. Use the actual sprinkles to check how much space you need.
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Alpina borosilicate glass storage container, clear with red, 620 ml
This storage container may suit you if you prefer a lidded container to a storage jar; check the opening separately for serving at the table.
The product name specifies borosilicate glass and a capacity of 620 ml. Try the actual contents to see whether it will hold the amount of sprinkles you want.
Frequently asked questions
What size jar do I need for one pack of De Ruijter crushed aniseed sprinkles?
You can’t tell from the pack weight alone. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 270 g; use the actual sprinkles to check how much space you need, leaving room to close the jar.
Does a jar for crushed aniseed sprinkles need to be airtight?
If you plan to store them repeatedly, a well-sealed jar is a sensible choice, as De Ruijter says the sprinkles should be stored in a dry place, according to Albert Heijn and Jumbo. Before refilling the jar, check that the lid and any seal are clean and dry too.
Can I use any decorative glass jar for aniseed sprinkles?
For direct contact with crushed aniseed sprinkles, choose a jar whose relevant parts are intended for food contact. So check the lid and any seal, as well as the glass.
Can I put the jar and lid in the dishwasher together?
It depends on the model and its individual parts. Check the instructions for the glass, lid, ring and clip before cleaning them; for the 1.7 l 5five jar mentioned here, Joybuy recommends hand-washing the lid.
What should I check if guests have a food allergy?
Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’re actually serving. Jumbo lists wheat starch in De Ruijter crushed aniseed sprinkles; if someone has an allergy, don’t rely only on an online listing you looked at earlier.