Who is this comparison for?

Hosts looking to significantly reduce sugar

You’re looking for chocolate sprinkles with a clearly lower sugar content per 100 g, and you’re also taking the sweeteners used into account.

Hosts who want to cater for their guests

You want to be able to check the ingredients, allergens and warnings on the packaging before serving.

Hosts looking for a lower-sugar version of dark chocolate sprinkles

You want less sugar than in regular dark chocolate sprinkles, so you’re also comparing the ingredients in the options you’re considering.

What should you look for when choosing?

Decide what matters most when serving your guests, then compare the labels of the chocolate sprinkles you’re considering.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this important for?
Sugar content Compare the sugar content per 100 g and check which product is used as the reference for any claim about reduced sugar. If my main aim is to offer less sugar, I look at the figure on the label rather than just the front of the pack. Sugar content is the top priority for around 50% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients, any warnings and the allergen information on the current packaging. When serving from a shared bowl, I want to be able to say what’s in it so guests can decide for themselves whether the chocolate sprinkles are suitable for them. This check matters most to around 30% of consumers.
Quantity and serving Check the net weight and work out how much you’ll need for your chosen way of serving the chocolate sprinkles. If several guests will help themselves to a topping, I want to choose an amount that suits my get-together. The quantity needed is the top priority for around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Relying only on ‘less sugar’

    The options reviewed differ considerably: according to Albert Heijn’s product information, AH Hagelslag puur minder suiker lists 43 g of sugars per 100 g, while Céréal Hagelslag puur minder suikers lists 7,7 g.

    Compare the ‘of which sugars’ figure per 100 g, and check which product is used as the reference for any comparative claim.

  • Overlooking polyols

    Céréal Hagelslag puur minder suikers product information lists maltitols and 40 g of polyols per 100 g. The packaging warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.

    Read the warning before choosing this option. If guests will be helping themselves, keep the packaging available for them to check.

  • Assuming the allergens are the same across different options

    The chocolate sprinkle options reviewed list different allergens, including milk, lactose and soya. Information for one product does not automatically apply to another.

    Check the allergen information on every pack you’re actually serving.

Brands to consider for dark chocolate sprinkles

Albert Heijn

The AH options reviewed allow you to compare dark chocolate sprinkles with less sugar against regular dark chocolate sprinkles.

  • According to Albert Heijn’s product information, AH Hagelslag puur minder suiker lists 43 g of sugars per 100 g, compared with 64 g per 100 g for AH Hagelslag puur. The 30% less sugar claim is based on a comparison with AH Chocolade hagel puur.
  • Both options reviewed list milk and lactose as allergens; check the packaging of the option you buy.

Céréal

The dark chocolate option reviewed is worth considering if sugar content per 100 g is your main deciding factor.

  • The product information for Céréal Hagelslag puur minder suikers lists 7,7 g of sugars per 100 g.
  • The ingredients include maltitols, and the packaging warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect. The product contains soya and may contain milk.

De Ruijter

The dark chocolate sprinkles reviewed can serve as a regular point of comparison, rather than as an option with a demonstrated sugar reduction.

  • The product information for the pack reviewed lists a net weight of 390 g and 64 g of sugars per 100 g.
  • This option lists milk and soya as allergens; check the current packaging before serving too.

Chocolate sprinkles on Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions

Are chocolate sprinkles labelled ‘less sugar’ sugar-free?

No, the claim ‘less sugar’ does not mean that a product is sugar-free. According to Albert Heijn’s product information, the AH option reviewed lists 43 g of sugars per 100 g, while the Céréal option lists 7,7 g per 100 g. Check the figure on the packaging before choosing.

Why do polyols matter when sharing a bowl of toppings?

Guests need to be able to check the ingredients and warnings before helping themselves. Céréal Hagelslag puur minder suikers lists maltitols and 40 g of polyols per 100 g; the packaging warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect. If guests will be serving themselves, keep the product information available.

Which allergens should I check for a neighbourhood get-together?

Check the allergens on the current packaging of every option you serve. The AH Hagelslag puur minder suiker reviewed lists milk and lactose; De Ruijter Chocoladehagel puur lists milk and soya and may contain lactose.

How do I compare packs with different serving sizes?

Start by comparing the nutritional values per 100 g. Voedingscentrum recommends using this basis when comparing products; then check the net weight and how much you want to serve at your get-together.