Who is this choice relevant to?

Shoppers who want to check the organic label

You want to buy organic chocolate sprinkles for your film night and would rather check the information on the packet than rely solely on words such as ‘natural’ or ‘organic’ in a product name.

Chocolate topping fans

You want to use chocolate sprinkles for more than just bread: you’d also like to scatter them over yoghurt, ice cream or a dessert. The flavour you’re after and the suggested uses can help you choose.

Shoppers who compare labels

You want to buy organic, but you also pay attention to sugars, saturated fat, energy and the allergen information for the product you’ll actually be serving.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, check the organic label on the packet. Then choose the chocolate style that suits your film night and compare the nutritional information of the remaining options.

What to consider What should you check? Who is it important to?
Organic label Check the packaging for the EU organic logo, the code of the inspection body and the indication of origin. According to the European Commission, these details are required on products displaying the logo. If I specifically want to serve organic chocolate sprinkles, I want to be able to check the label on the packet. Certification is the main purchasing concern for around 42% of consumers.
Flavour and use Choose between dark, extra dark and milk chocolate to suit your taste; check whether the specific product is also described as a dessert topping. I want chocolate sprinkles with a flavour that goes well with my yoghurt, ice cream or dessert. Flavour and use are the most important factors for around 33% of consumers.
Nutritional information and allergens Compare energy, sugars and saturated fat per 100 g, and read the allergen information on the current packet. If I’m serving chocolate sprinkles to myself or guests, I want to be able to assess the portion and know which allergens are listed. This information is the main concern for around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming organic means low in sugars

    An organic label does not describe a product’s nutritional value. Ekoplaza lists 68 g of sugars and 10.3 g of saturated fat per 100 g for Your Organic Nature Pure chocolade hagelslag.

    Use the organic label to check the certification, and also read the nutritional table for the specific product.

  • Relying on the online product name for allergen information

    A product name doesn’t tell you which allergens are listed for the current recipe. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergens must be clearly indicated on the label.

    If anyone sharing the food has a food allergy, read the allergen information and any warnings on the packet before serving.

  • Comparing only the sugar content of extra-dark chocolate sprinkles

    The Chocoreale Chocoladehagelslag extra puur listed by Ekoplaza contains 50.0 g of sugars and 14.3 g of saturated fat per 100 g. The Your Organic Nature dark chocolate sprinkles mentioned above list 68 g of sugars and 10.3 g of saturated fat per 100 g. So, in this comparison, the lower sugar figure comes with a higher saturated fat figure.

    Compare products on the same per-100 g basis, and consider energy, sugars and saturated fat together.

  • Not sealing an opened packet properly

    A musty smell from chocolate sprinkles can be a sign that they have spoiled, according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre.

    Seal the packet tightly after your film night and store it in a dry place. Don’t use the chocolate sprinkles if they smell musty or show other signs of spoilage.

Brands to consider

Your Organic Nature

Ekoplaza describes the dark and milk chocolate sprinkles from Your Organic Nature as organic varieties for use on bread, desserts and baked goods, among other things.

  • The dark and milk varieties mentioned offer two chocolate styles for use as a topping.
  • Ekoplaza lists 68 g of sugars and 10.3 g of saturated fat per 100 g for the dark variety; be sure to compare the nutritional values too.

Chocoreale

Ekoplaza describes Chocoreale Chocoladehagelslag extra puur as organically certified and plant-based.

  • The extra-dark variety is worth considering if that’s the chocolate style you’re looking for.
  • Ekoplaza lists 50.0 g of sugars, 14.3 g of saturated fat and 463 kcal per 100 g. Assess the full nutritional table, not just the sugar figure.

Albert Heijn Biologisch

Albert Heijn lists a product called AH Biologisch Bio hagelslag puur.

  • The product name makes it easy to find the dark variety you’re looking for on the shelf.
  • Before choosing, check the current packet for the EU organic logo, ingredients, nutritional information and allergens.

Bio Nature

Jumbo lists Bio Nature Hagelslag Puur 250 g in its range.

  • The product name and pack size help you identify the variety.
  • Before comparing this variety with others, check the packet for the organic label, ingredients, nutritional information and allergens.

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Frequently asked questions

How can I check whether chocolate sprinkles are organic?

Look on the packaging for the EU organic logo, the code of the inspection body and the indication of origin for the agricultural ingredients. According to the European Commission, for a processed product the logo means, among other things, that at least 95% of its agricultural ingredients are organic.

Does organic chocolate sprinkles automatically mean fewer sugars?

No. The organic label alone tells you nothing about the amount of sugars. Compare sugars, energy and saturated fat per 100 g on the labels of the products you’re considering.

Where should I check for allergens when serving guests?

Read the allergen information and any warnings on the current packaging before serving the chocolate sprinkles. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that allergens must be clearly listed on the label, so don’t rely solely on an online product name.

How should I store chocolate sprinkles after a film night?

Seal the packet tightly and store the chocolate sprinkles in a dry place. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a musty smell can be a sign of spoilage; don’t use the chocolate sprinkles if they smell musty.