If you’re serving a small portion
You want to serve crushed aniseed sprinkles at Easter brunch in a compact jar with a lid, alongside the rest of your tableware.
Which jar is right for you?
If you’ll also use the jar for storage
You’re looking for a clear jar that you can seal after serving and top up later with dry contents.
If you want to dress up your Easter table
You’re looking for a larger glass jar for wrapped Easter eggs. Serve crushed aniseed sprinkles separately as a bread topping or spread, rather than using them as eggs for an Easter egg hunt.
What should you look for when choosing?
Around 0.5 litres
Choose this size: if you want to serve a small portion of crushed aniseed sprinkles on the table with a lid on.
Bear in mind: there’s less room if you also want to store extra sprinkles in the same jar.
1 litre
Choose this size: if you’ll use the jar both on the table and in the cupboard.
Bear in mind: it may look rather large on the table if you’re only serving a small portion.
2 litres
Choose this size: if you mainly want space for a larger decorative display, such as wrapped Easter eggs.
Bear in mind: the jar will take up a lot of space if you’re only serving a little crushed aniseed sprinkle.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| Serving a small portion | Check that the jar is intended for food contact and that the lid seals the portion securely. | I want to put a modest amount of crushed aniseed sprinkles on the table alongside Easter breakfast, without taking up space with a large jar. For around 45% of consumers, a small serving portion is the priority. |
| Storing and topping up | Look for a tightly fitting lid and an opening that makes the jar easy to fill. | When I put the jar in the cupboard after brunch, I want to keep the dry contents sealed and be able to see when they need topping up. For around 33% of consumers, storage is the main consideration. |
| Decorative display | Decide whether you want to display wrapped Easter eggs or loose edible contents; if the contents are loose, check that the jar is intended for food contact. | For an Easter table with wrapped eggs, I mainly want a larger jar that fits the space I have. Around 22% of consumers prioritise presentation. |
Common mistakes
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Mistaking crushed aniseed sprinkles for Easter egg hunt eggs
Albert Heijn and Jumbo list De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes as a bread topping. They therefore have a different role on the Easter table from Easter eggs used for an egg hunt.
Choose Easter eggs separately for the egg hunt, and use crushed aniseed sprinkles as a bread topping or spread.
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Filling a decorative jar without checking what it’s intended for
A decorative glass jar isn’t automatically suitable for direct contact with loose food.
Before using it for crushed aniseed sprinkles, check that the jar is intended for food contact. Bear in mind the difference between loose contents and wrapped Easter eggs.
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Converting grams directly into litres
Jumbo lists a 270 g pack of De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes, while storage jar capacities are given in litres. The weight doesn’t tell you exactly how much space the sprinkles will take up in a jar.
Before choosing a jar based on capacity alone, check how much room you need using the actual pack.
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Suddenly exposing cold glass to high heat
IKEA warns that the KORKEN jar reviewed may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes.
Follow the cleaning instructions for the jar you’re using; don’t assume that KORKEN’s instructions apply to other glass jars.
Relevant brands and retailers
De Ruijter
De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes is the bread topping you’re looking for a suitable serving jar for here.
- Albert Heijn and Jumbo list the product; Jumbo specifies a 270 g pack.
- The pack weight doesn’t tell you exactly what jar capacity you need. Check the current label before decanting the contents, too.
Albert Heijn
A retailer listing for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes and other aniseed sprinkle products.
- The product listing helps distinguish crushed aniseed sprinkles as a bread topping from Easter eggs.
- Check the current packaging for nutritional information and allergens.
Jumbo
A retailer listing for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes in its range of sweet bread toppings.
- Jumbo lists this product in a 270 g pack.
- The listing doesn’t confirm the right jar capacity; check how much room you need using the pack you’re going to use.
Products for different jar sizes
These products include two 700 ml glass storage jars, a larger 1.7-litre glass jar and a compact 620 ml glass storage container. Choose the shape and capacity to suit what you want to put on the table. If you’re storing loose crushed aniseed sprinkles, also check that the product is intended for food contact.
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PURECOOK glass storage jars, 2 × 700 ml
The two separate jars are a good option if you want to serve a portion in one and use the other for topping up.
Each jar has a stated capacity of 700 ml and a lid with a silicone seal and clips. The product name states that the jars are not dishwasher-safe. Before decanting loose sprinkles, check that the jars are intended for food contact and that they have enough room.
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5five glass storage jar with stainless steel lid, 1.7 l
This larger jar is better suited to a more generous display or for storage than to serving a small portion.
It has a stated capacity of 1.7 litres, is made of clear glass and comes with a stainless steel lid. Before using it for loose edible contents, check that it’s intended for food contact and that it’s large enough for the amount you need.
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Alpina borosilicate glass storage container, 620 ml
The compact capacity could suit a small serving on the table, if you’d rather use a storage container than a storage jar.
It has a stated capacity of 620 ml. If you’re using it for loose crushed aniseed sprinkles, check that it’s intended for food contact and that it has enough room.
Frequently asked questions
Can you use crushed aniseed sprinkles as Easter egg hunt eggs?
No. Crushed aniseed sprinkles aren’t a substitute for Easter eggs for an egg hunt. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes as a bread topping; if you like, serve them on your Easter table as a topping or spread.
What size jar is right for a small serving on the Easter table?
Around 0.5 litres is a sensible size for a small serving. Consider 1 litre if you also want to use the same jar for storage. Check how much room the crushed aniseed sprinkles take up using the actual pack.
Can you fill a decorative glass jar with loose crushed aniseed sprinkles?
Only use a jar that’s intended for contact with food. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority distinguishes food contact materials from items that haven’t been confirmed as suitable for that purpose, so check the jar’s product information.
How should you store crushed aniseed sprinkles after opening?
Keep the dry contents tightly sealed and follow the storage instructions on the current packaging. For dry products after opening, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends using a tightly sealed storage jar or a good sealing clip in the cupboard.
Can you pour boiling water straight into a glass storage jar?
Don’t assume you can unless the product-specific instructions say so. IKEA warns that the KORKEN jar reviewed may be affected by sudden temperature changes and says to warm the glass first with warm tap water. This isn’t a general rule for every glass jar.