Who are small portions useful for?

Easter brunch hosts

If you want to put out an individual portion of sprinkles for each guest, separate sachets are practical. Albert Heijn lists eight portions per pack for both De Ruijter Kleintjes and AH Strooi mini’s.

Families who want to offer a choice of toppings

If everyone wants something different on their Dutch rusks, a mix lets you offer variety without opening several large packs. Albert Heijn’s product page lists chocolate sprinkles, chocolate flakes and fruit sprinkles in De Ruijter Kleintjes.

Shoppers who read labels carefully

If ingredients or nutritional information influence your choice, check the sprinkles and the Dutch rusks separately. Ingredients can also vary between the different varieties in one mix.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether individual portions or a choice of sprinkles matters most for your Easter breakfast. Then check the labels on both the topping and the Dutch rusks.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Individual portions Check the number of sachets and the amount in each portion. If I want to put out sprinkles for every guest, I don’t want to have to measure them out while serving. Around 42% of consumers prioritise pre-portioned servings.
Variety of sprinkles Check which varieties are in the mix and whether their ingredients differ. If guests don’t all want the same topping, I want a choice of sprinkles, flakes or fruit sprinkles. Around 33% of consumers give variety the highest priority.
Labels on the topping and Dutch rusks Check the ingredients and allergens in both products; compare nutritional information per 100 g. If any guests need to consider ingredients carefully, I want to know exactly what’s in each item. Around 25% of consumers put checking labels first.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a gluten-free topping makes the Dutch rusks gluten-free

    Albert Heijn labels AH Strooi mini’s as gluten-free, but that label doesn’t automatically apply to the Dutch rusks you serve the sprinkles on.

    Check the label on the rusks too, and check other parts of the meal separately if gluten needs to be avoided.

  • Assuming every variety in a mix has the same ingredients

    The varieties of sprinkles in De Ruijter Kleintjes differ. The listed ingredients include milk, lactose and soya; the fruit sprinkles contain wheat starch.

    Keep the pack by the serving dish so guests can check the ingredients in the variety they choose.

  • Assuming Dutch rusks always contain iodised baker’s salt

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use iodised baker’s salt. So don’t assume a particular type of Dutch rusk contains iodine based on the product type alone.

    Check the ingredients list or ask the baker which salt was used in that product.

Brands worth considering

De Ruijter

Albert Heijn describes De Ruijter Kleintjes as a pack containing eight individual portions and a selection of sprinkles.

  • The mix contains chocolate sprinkles, chocolate flakes and fruit sprinkles.
  • Check the ingredients for each variety; the listed options have different ingredients.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn’s product page lists AH Strooi mini’s as eight 18 g portions, intended in part as a topping for Dutch rusks.

  • The product page describes the topping as gluten-free and vegetarian.
  • The sprinkles contain milk and lactose; a label claim for the topping doesn’t apply to the Dutch rusks separately.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists Strooi Mini’s as a pack of eight, with a total weight of 140 g.

  • The number of portions and total weight help you work out how many packs you’ll need for your guests.
  • Check the packaging for your chosen variety to find its ingredients and allergens.

Venz

Jumbo also lists Venz chocolate sprinkles in larger packs, including a 400 g option.

  • A larger pack is an option if you want to portion the sprinkles onto the Dutch rusks yourself.
  • You won’t have pre-measured portions for your guests.

Joybuy products

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Frequently asked questions

Are mini chocolate sprinkles the same as ready-made mini rusks with sprinkles?

No. The mini packs mentioned contain small portions of sprinkles to add to Dutch rusks yourself. So you’ll need to choose the rusks separately and check their label too.

Are AH Strooi mini’s suitable for someone who wants to eat gluten-free?

According to Albert Heijn’s product page, AH Strooi mini’s is labelled as gluten-free, but this applies only to the topping. Check the Dutch rusks and any other items you’re serving too.

Which ingredients should you look out for in a mix of small portions?

Read the ingredients for each variety in the mix. De Ruijter Kleintjes lists milk, lactose and soya, among other ingredients, while the fruit sprinkles contain wheat starch.

Do Dutch rusks always contain iodised baker’s salt?

No, don’t assume they do without checking the product information. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says bakers aren’t required to use iodised baker’s salt. Check the ingredients list for your chosen Dutch rusks or ask the baker.