If you’re making rusks for yourself
If you only use chocolate sprinkles now and then, individual portions let you take a small amount without opening a large pack. Albert Heijn lists De Ruijter Kleintjes as eight portions weighing 140 g in total.
Who are individual portions useful for?
Christmas buffet organisers
You can put out individual portions for your guests or offer a pack to share. The main difference is how you want to serve the sprinkles, how many flavours you’re offering and how much you’ll use after the party.
If you need to check ingredients
Check the label on the specific pack before choosing a variety of chocolate sprinkles, especially if a guest has an allergy. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority highlights the need to list allergens on the labels of pre-packed foods.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want to serve the sprinkles in individual portions. Then consider which flavours your guests will enjoy and how much you’re likely to use after Christmas.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Individual portions | Check whether the pack contains individually sealed portions and how much chocolate sprinkles each contains. | If I’m the only one having rusks, or I want to give each guest a portion, I don’t want to open a large pack straight away. Around 50% of consumers would prioritise individual portions for this reason. |
| Choice of flavours | Check whether the pack contains one variety or several; if it’s a mix, read the ingredients for each type. | For a party table, I want guests to be able to choose from more than one type of chocolate sprinkles. Around 30% of consumers would make flavour variety their main consideration. |
| Right-sized pack | Compare the total contents with how much you expect to use during and after the party. | If several guests choose the same flavour, I want to put out enough without being left with an unopened pack. Around 20% of consumers would consider the right quantity most important. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a mixed box has the same ingredients throughout
Different types of chocolate sprinkles and flakes can contain different ingredients. This matters if you’re serving them to a guest with an allergy.
Read the label on the pack you’ve chosen and check which information applies to each variety.
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Assuming the sprinkles tell you whether the rusks contain iodine
The sprinkles don’t tell you what type of salt was used to make the rusks. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, using baker’s salt when baking bread is not compulsory.
If you want to know what type of salt the rusks contain, check the packaging or ask the baker.
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Opening a large pack without a plan for the rest
If you’re only serving rusks with chocolate sprinkles once, you may have some of the pack left over. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing chocolate sprinkles in a dry, well-sealed container.
Choose an amount you’ll use after the party too, or opt for individual portions if you only need a little.
Brands to consider
De Ruijter
De Ruijter is worth considering if you want to compare individual portions with a regular pack. Albert Heijn lists Kleintjes as eight portions weighing 140 g in total; Jumbo also lists a 390 g pack of De Ruijter chocolate sprinkles.
- Kleintjes offers chocolate sprinkles in individual portions.
- If you choose a mixed pack, check the ingredients of the varieties you’re serving.
Venz
For a pack to share, Jumbo lists Venz milk and dark chocolate sprinkles, including a 400 g pack.
- You can choose between the listed milk and dark varieties.
- Read the label on the specific variety, as the ingredients may differ.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists own-brand chocolate sprinkles in 600 g packs, as well as Strooi Mini's with eight portions and a total weight of 140 g.
- The listed pack sizes give you the choice of a pack to share or individual portions.
- Check the ingredients and number of portions on the pack you choose.
Kiekeboe
ALDI Netherlands lists Kiekeboe dark chocolate sprinkles in a 600 g pack.
- The listed pack could be a good choice if several guests want the same variety.
- A 600 g pack doesn’t offer individual portions to put out on the table.
Mister CHOC
Lidl lists Mister CHOC dark chocolate sprinkles in a 600 g pack and notes that the product is only available in store.
- The listed pack size is an option for sharing.
- Check the packaging and current product information in store.
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Frequently asked questions
When should I choose individual portions instead of a pack to share?
Individual portions are a good choice if you want a small amount for yourself or want to give each guest their own portion. A pack to share is better if several people will be having the same sprinkles and you’ll use the rest later; Albert Heijn lists De Ruijter Kleintjes as eight portions weighing 140 g in total.
What should I check if a guest has a food allergy?
Check the physical label on the exact pack you’re serving, even if you’ve looked online beforehand. If a box contains different types of chocolate sprinkles, it should be clear which ingredients belong to each variety; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains the requirements for listing allergens on pre-packed foods.
How should I store chocolate sprinkles after the Christmas party?
Seal an opened pack well and store it in a dry place, as the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends for chocolate sprinkles. Also follow the storage advice and best-before date on the pack you’ve bought.
Do chocolate sprinkles on rusks tell you whether baker’s salt was used?
No, the sprinkles don’t show what type of salt was used in the rusks. Check the rusk packaging or ask the baker; according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, using baker’s salt when baking bread is not compulsory.