Planning a small Valentine’s brunch
If you’re serving one or two types of sprinkles alongside bread, yoghurt or dessert, you can keep the amount in each jar small. A compact jar or small set takes up less table space than one large jar.
Which set-up works best for you?
Hosting a toppings table
If several guests will want to add sprinkles to yoghurt, porridge or cake, a jar with a lid that’s easy to reach is handy. Put out an amount that suits the occasion, then seal the rest again afterwards. De Ruijter lists these dishes as ways to use its sprinkles.
Keeping flavours and allergens separate
Separate jars make it clear which sprinkles are milk chocolate, dark chocolate or white chocolate. Be sure to read the label on each pack: according to Jumbo’s product information, the De Ruijter dark chocolate variety in question contains soya and may contain milk.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide how many flavours and how much of each you want to put out at once. Then consider the opening, lid and amount of table space the jar will take up. Don’t compare capacity in litres directly with the weight of a pack.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| Size and portion | Compare the capacity, opening and space on the table with the amount you want to serve. Check how much room will be left when the jar is filled. | For a small table, I don’t want a jar that takes up space needed for other dishes; at brunch, I don’t want to keep topping it up. For around 40% of consumers, finding a suitable size for serving is the top priority. |
| Sealing and storage | Check that the jar is intended for food contact, that the lid seals securely and how each part should be cleaned. | If there are sprinkles left after serving, I want to be able to keep them dry and sealed in the same jar. Around 30% of consumers give storage the highest priority. |
| Flavours and allergens | Use clearly labelled, separate jars and check the current label for each variety. | If I’m serving dark and milk chocolate side by side, I want to know what’s in each jar and not have to guess allergens from the flavour name. For around 20% of consumers, keeping varieties distinct is the main concern. |
| Packaging and availability | Choose your preferred pack of sprinkles separately from the jar size and check that the jar is currently available. | I want to choose a pack that suits my plans and order a jar before setting the table. For around 10% of consumers, this practical choice comes first. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming the capacity in litres matches the weight of a pack of sprinkles
A jar capacity of 0,65 L, 1,3 L or 1,5 L doesn’t tell you whether a particular pack of sprinkles will fit. The opening and the amount of space you want to leave at the top also matter.
Choose based on how much you want to serve and check the internal dimensions. If possible, test-fill the jar with your chosen pack before your meal.
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Assuming dark chocolate sprinkles don’t contain any relevant allergens
According to Jumbo, the De Ruijter dark chocolate variety in question contains soya and may contain milk. The PLUS dark chocolate sprinkles reviewed may contain milk and lactose.
Read the label on the exact pack you’re serving. Keep different varieties in separate, clearly labelled jars if guests will be choosing between flavours.
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Leaving the jar open after serving
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises keeping chocolate sprinkles tightly sealed and dry. So if you leave a jar open on the table, remember to seal it again after use.
Put the lid on as soon as you’ve finished serving and store the jar somewhere dry.
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Assuming the lid is dishwasher-safe too
The 5five jars of 1,3 L and 1,5 L described by Joybuy have different cleaning instructions for the lid and the glass.
Before buying, check the care instructions for the jar, lid and any seal. Also check whether your chosen model is currently available.
Brands to consider
De Ruijter
Sprinkles in a range of flavours and colours, ideal if you want to put more than one variety on the table.
- Albert Heijn lists varieties including 200 g packs and a 240 g Royaal variety.
- Check the allergens on each pack: according to Jumbo, the dark chocolate variety reviewed contains soya and may contain milk.
Jumbo
Own-brand sprinkles for anyone considering milk chocolate, dark chocolate or duo as a flavour choice.
- Jumbo lists 300 g packs for all three varieties.
- The pack weight doesn’t tell you how many sprinkles will fit in a particular glass jar.
PLUS
Own-brand products include 300 g packs of dark chocolate sprinkles.
- For the dark chocolate variety reviewed, PLUS advises storing it somewhere cool, dry and dark.
- PLUS states that the product may contain milk and lactose. Check the information on the pack before serving the sprinkles.
Kiekeboe
ALDI own-brand chocolate sprinkles in milk or dark chocolate varieties.
- ALDI lists 300 g packs for the varieties described.
- Check current availability at the store where you plan to shop.
5five
Glass jars for serving sprinkles where they can be seen, then using the jar for dry foods afterwards.
- Joybuy features examples in 1,3 L and 1,5 L sizes with a silicone seal.
- The lids on both examples described must be hand-washed. The capacity in litres doesn’t confirm how many grams of sprinkles will fit.
Glass jars and storage containers at Joybuy
This selection includes individual glass jars for different flavours, a larger jar for the table and a compact glass storage container. Choose the shape and capacity to suit the space on your table and how you want to serve the sprinkles.
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PURECOOK glass storage jars, set of 2 × 700 ml
Two jars are handy if you want to serve two flavours separately. According to the product title, each jar has a capacity of 700 ml and a lid with a silicone seal and locking clips.
The title states that the set is not dishwasher-safe. Check the cleaning instructions for all parts, as well as the opening and the amount of space you want to leave at the top.
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5five 1,7 L glass storage jar with stainless steel lid
A 1,7 L jar could work on a table where several guests are helping themselves to the same sprinkles, provided there’s enough room. The product title specifies a stainless steel lid.
Check the internal dimensions and the fill level you want rather than converting the pack weight into litres. Wash the lid according to its separate care instructions.
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5five 0,53 L glass storage container
This compact storage container could be suitable for serving a small amount of sprinkles. Its stated capacity is 0,53 L; it’s a storage container, not a glass jar.
Check that the shape and opening make it easy to scoop out the sprinkles and that it will hold the portion you want.
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YumiPLUS Inspired airtight glass jars, set of 3
Three separate jars can help you keep different flavours clearly labelled on the table. The product title describes a set of three airtight glass jars.
Check the capacity and opening of each jar to work out how many sprinkles you can put out and how you’ll serve them.
Frequently asked questions
Can I serve sprinkles in any decorative glass jar?
Choose a jar intended for food contact. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, products intended to come into contact with food in the Netherlands must comply with the Commodities Act Decree on Packaging and Consumer Articles. So check the product information for the jar.
Do chocolate sprinkles need to go in the fridge once they’re in a glass jar?
Putting them in a glass jar doesn’t automatically mean they need to be refrigerated. For opened milk chocolate sprinkles, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises keeping them in a tightly sealed pack in a dry place. Also follow the storage advice on the specific pack.
Does a white coating on chocolate sprinkles mean they’ve gone off?
Not necessarily: according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, sprinkles can develop a white coating when fat comes to the surface. Follow the use-by and storage information on the packaging, and check the product before serving if you’re unsure.