A group sharing one supply
If several people eat the same sprinkles, the pack size is a sensible place to start. Jumbo, ALDI Nederland and Lidl Nederland list 600 g options. Also check whether you can seal the opened pack properly at the campsite.
Which option is right for your group?
A group with a strong flavour preference
If you want to share a particular De Ruijter or Venz variety, you could also consider a smaller branded pack. Check whether the group’s preferred flavour matters more than having extra in the pack.
A group that wants to check labels
If ingredients or nutritional information matter to anyone in your group, read the label for the exact variety before sharing it. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre points out that allergens must be clearly listed on the labels of prepacked foods.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether your group mainly wants one large supply or a particular flavour. Then check the packaging, label and nutritional information for the variety you’re actually buying.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters most to |
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| Pack size for the group | Compare the net weight with the number of occasions when your group plans to share the sprinkles. If you’re buying a large pack, check how it seals after opening. | If everyone wants the same variety, I’d rather have one supply that lasts for the planned breakfasts or snacks. This is the priority for around 42% of consumers. |
| Flavour and variety | Check whether it’s the milk, dark or another variety you want, and compare it with your preferred pack size. | A larger pack isn’t much use to me if the group wants to share a different flavour. Around 33% of consumers put flavour preference first. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients, allergens and any warnings on the physical packaging of your chosen variety. | If someone in the group needs to watch out for certain ingredients, I want to know what’s on the label before sharing the sprinkles. Around 17% of consumers prioritise this check. |
| Portions and storage | Check the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion, and make sure you can store the contents somewhere dry and sealed. | If I want to measure out how much I use each time and won’t be using it all at once, portions and storage are my main considerations. This applies to around 8% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a large pack is a sharing bag
A 600 g pack tells you nothing about the packaging material or whether it has a resealable closure. That matters if you want to take the sprinkles along for more breakfasts or snacks after opening.
Check the packaging before you buy, and make sure you can keep the contents dry and tightly sealed at the campsite. This is in line with the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s storage advice for opened chocolate sprinkles.
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Assuming shareable means suitable for everyone
Ingredients and allergens can vary between sprinkle varieties. For example, Jumbo’s product information for Venz Dark Chocolate Sprinkles 400 g lists milk and soya, and also notes that lactose and milk protein may be present.
Before sharing your chosen variety with the group, check the current ingredients and allergen information on the physical packaging.
Brands to consider
De Ruijter
Worth considering if your group wants a specific variety of sprinkles rather than simply a large supply.
- Jumbo lists 390 g Dark and Milk varieties.
- Check whether 390 g will be enough for the occasions you plan to share it.
Venz
A good option when a particular chocolate or other flavour variety is what you’re looking for.
- Jumbo lists Venz Dark Chocolate Sprinkles in a 400 g pack.
- Check the label for the exact variety before sharing it; Venz Dark 400 g lists milk and soya.
Jumbo
A supermarket own-brand to consider if your group wants one larger pack of chocolate sprinkles.
- Jumbo lists 600 g packs of both Milk and Dark chocolate sprinkles.
- Check how to seal your chosen pack after opening.
Kiekeboe
ALDI’s own brand, for anyone looking for a larger pack of dark sprinkles.
- ALDI Nederland lists Kiekeboe Dark Sprinkles in a 600 g pack.
- Check the packaging and availability at the store where you plan to shop.
Mister Choc
Lidl’s own brand, for anyone wanting to look for a larger pack of dark sprinkles in store.
- Lidl Nederland lists Mister Choc Dark Sprinkles in a 600 g pack.
- Lidl says this product is only available in store, so check the packaging and availability there.
Sprinkles for your group on Joybuy
These products suit two festival campsite needs: a 600 g pack to share, or a smaller pack of branded dark chocolate sprinkles if that flavour is the priority. Check how to store either pack after opening.
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g'woon Milk Chocolate Sprinkles With Smileys 600 g
A pack to consider if several people want to share the same sprinkles.
- Net weight: 600 g.
- Check the chocolate variety on the packaging and make sure you can seal the pack tightly after opening.
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De Ruijter Dark Chocolate Sprinkles 390 g
A smaller branded pack for a group that specifically wants to share dark chocolate sprinkles.
- Net weight: 390 g.
- Check that this quantity will be enough, and read the allergen information on the packaging before sharing.
Frequently asked questions
When is a 600 g pack useful for a festival group?
A 600 g pack is useful if your group wants to share the same variety and use it on several occasions. Also check that you can keep the pack dry and tightly sealed after opening; if people want different flavours, a smaller pack may be a better fit.
How should I store opened chocolate sprinkles at the campsite?
Keep chocolate sprinkles dry and seal the opened pack tightly. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing an opened pack in a kitchen cupboard for up to one year. Also follow the instructions on the packaging, and don’t eat sprinkles that smell musty.
What should I check if someone needs to watch out for certain ingredients?
Before sharing, read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety on the physical packaging. For example, Jumbo’s product information for Venz Dark Chocolate Sprinkles 400 g lists milk and soya, and says that lactose and milk protein may be present; this doesn’t automatically apply to other varieties.
How can I compare portions and nutritional information for sprinkles?
Compare the nutritional information per 100 g, then consider how much you use per portion. Pay particular attention to sugars and saturated fats; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre describes chocolate sprinkles as a sweet topping that you shouldn’t eat too much of, or too often.