Which jar is right for you?

If you’re serving a small coffee break

Want to serve flakes with bread rolls or yoghurt without putting the whole packet on the table? Fill a food-safe serving jar with just the amount you need.

For households that use flakes often

If you use them regularly, the most important things are whether the storage jar seals well, can be kept dry and is easy to clean.

If you’re comparing varieties and labels

Ingredients and allergens can vary between milk, dark and mixed flakes. Keep the label for your chosen variety to hand if you decant the flakes or serve them to guests.

What should you look for?

First decide whether the jar is just for serving at the table or for storing your supply too. Then check the opening, seal and available capacity with the flakes you want to use.

What to consider What to check before buying Who is this important for?
Serving flakes at the table Check that the jar and lid are intended for contact with food, and that your spoon fits through the opening. If I only want to put a small portion out for a coffee break, the jar needs to be easy to use without putting the whole packet on the table. For around 42% of consumers, serving convenience comes first.
Keeping your supply dry Check how the lid closes and test the jar with your chosen product to make sure there’s enough room. Capacity in millilitres can’t be converted directly from packet weight. If I use flakes regularly, I want to be able to store my supply somewhere dry in a well-sealed jar. Around 33% of consumers give this storage need top priority.
Variety and label Compare the ingredients and allergens for the specific variety, and keep the original label information to hand after decanting. If I’m serving flakes to others, I want to be able to check which variety is in the jar and what the packaging says. Checking the label is the top priority for around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing packet weight with jar capacity

    A 200 g, 240 g or 300 g packet tells you the weight, not how much space the loose flakes will take up in a jar.

    Check whether a whole packet of your chosen flakes will fit, or use the jar only for a smaller serving.

  • Choosing a jar based on the glass alone

    The lid, sealing ring and any coatings may also come into contact with the flakes. So a decorative glass jar isn’t automatically suitable for food.

    Check the product information to make sure the jar and its lid are intended for contact with food.

  • Putting a clear jar somewhere damp or bright

    The Dutch Nutrition Centre advises keeping chocolate flakes in a tightly sealed container in a dry place. PLUS also advises keeping its dark chocolate flakes somewhere cool, dry and dark.

    Seal the jar well and store it somewhere dry and out of direct light. If needed, put only a small portion on the table for your coffee break.

  • Throwing away the label after decanting

    Ingredients and potential allergens vary between varieties. Without the packaging, it can be harder to check exactly what’s in the jar later.

    Keep the original packaging or store the relevant label information with the jar, including allergens, storage advice and the best-before date.

Chocolate flake brands to compare

De Ruijter

For comparing flavours and pack sizes.

  • Jumbo lists De Ruijter flakes in packs including 200 g, 240 g and 300 g.
  • Check the label for your chosen variety: Jumbo lists soya as an allergen for Vlokken Royaal 300 g, and says it may contain milk.

Albert Heijn

A supermarket own brand with mixed, milk and dark chocolate flakes to compare.

  • Albert Heijn lists these varieties in 300 g packs.
  • A pack weight of 300 g doesn’t tell you what capacity your glass jar needs to be.

Jumbo

A supermarket own brand with milk, dark and duo flakes for anyone looking for a 300 g pack.

  • Jumbo lists these three 300 g varieties in its chocolate flakes category.
  • Check the available capacity before assuming a whole packet will fit in your chosen jar.

PLUS

A supermarket own brand to consider if you’re looking for 300 g of dark chocolate flakes.

  • PLUS labels this variety Fairtrade Cocoa and Vegan.
  • The product information also says it may contain milk and lactose. Check the current label and follow the storage advice for your chosen pack.

Kiekeboe

ALDI’s own brand, with 300 g packs of milk or dark flakes to explore.

  • ALDI lists Kiekeboe chocolate flakes in 300 g milk and dark varieties.
  • Compare the label for the specific variety, and don’t estimate the jar capacity you need from the packet weight alone.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the glass jar need to be suitable for contact with food?

Yes, if the chocolate flakes will go straight into the jar. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that materials which come into contact with food must meet certain requirements in the Netherlands. So check the lid and any other parts that touch the flakes too.

Can I store opened chocolate flakes in a glass jar?

Yes, in a clean, dry jar that’s suitable for contact with food and seals well. The Dutch Nutrition Centre advises keeping chocolate flakes in a tightly sealed container in a dry place. Also follow the storage advice on your chosen pack.

How long do opened dark chocolate flakes keep?

The Dutch Nutrition Centre says opened dark chocolate flakes can be kept in a kitchen cupboard for up to one year. Also check the best-before date and storage advice on the specific pack.

Should I keep the packaging after decanting the flakes?

Keep the packaging or store the label information with the jar so you can check the ingredients, allergens, storage advice and best-before date. This is particularly important if you’re serving flakes to others or using different varieties.