People buying for a walking group
When you’re buying for a large family or walking group, you’ll want to know how many boxes you need. Jumbo lists De Ruijter varieties in 270 g and 330 g boxes, so work out how much you want to use per person.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Walkers taking sprinkles to use as a topping
You want to add them to food you’ve brought with you and keep them dry while you’re out. Albert Heijn suggests using Feestmuisjes on foods such as bread and yoghurt.
Organisers serving unpackaged food
If you’re serving food as part of a professional food activity, you need to know which allergens it contains before offering it. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains what allergen information customers must receive for unpackaged foods.
What should you look for when buying?
First decide how much you need and what kind of topping you’d like to take along. Then consider how you’ll use it on the go and what information you’ll need if others are eating it.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who should consider this? |
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| Amount per box | Compare the 330 g boxes with the 270 g box of crushed aniseed sprinkles, then work out how many boxes you’ll need for your group. Jumbo lists both sizes. | If I’m buying for a larger group, I want enough sprinkles without underestimating how many boxes I need. For an estimated 40% of consumers, the quantity is the priority. |
| Using them on the go | Choose whole or crushed sprinkles to suit how you plan to use them, and consider how you’ll carry a portion in a dry, sealed container. | When I’m out, I want to be able to sprinkle them over food I’ve brought along without opening the whole box. This practicality is the main consideration for an estimated 30% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the label on the exact variety. For Feestmuisjes, pink and white sprinkles, and crushed sprinkles, Jumbo lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g and states that they contain wheat and cereals containing gluten. | If others are eating too, I want to check in advance what I’m serving and which allergens it contains. For an estimated 30% of consumers, these nutritional and allergen questions come first. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a box of sprinkles is a ready-to-eat walking snack
The suggested uses are mainly as a bread topping or a sprinkle for other food. If you’re taking loose sprinkles with you, you’ll need something to put them on and a way to keep your portion dry.
Before setting off, decide what food you’ll use them on and take only the amount you need.
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Checking the label only after serving the food
Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for the Feestmuisjes, pink and white, and crushed varieties reviewed. When serving unpackaged food professionally, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority requires customers to be given allergen information.
Check the packaging for the exact variety in advance. If you’re serving food professionally, make sure the required information is available where the food is served.
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Mistaking several retail boxes for one catering case
Several 270 g or 330 g boxes are still separate retail packs. A larger total quantity tells you nothing about the contents or terms of any professional catering case.
Work out the amount you need for your group based on the individual boxes. If you want to order a case, check its actual contents and delivery terms with the supplier.
A relevant brand to consider
De Ruijter
Jumbo lists Feestmuisjes and pink and white sprinkles in 330 g boxes, as well as crushed sprinkles in a 270 g box.
- The different box sizes and textures give you a clear choice for buying for a group or choosing a finer topping.
- The varieties reviewed are toppings, not ready-to-eat walking snacks. Check the current label for each variety; Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for these varieties.
Sprinkles for a snack on the go
This 330 g box is a good option if you’re buying several standard packs for a group. Use the sprinkles as a topping for food you’ve brought along, and work out how many boxes and portions you need.
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De Ruijter Blue and White Muisjes 330 g
For a walking group that wants to use sprinkles as a topping for food brought along. Use the 330 g box size to work out how many packs you’ll need.
According to the Joybuy product information, this blue and white variety contains wheat and cereals containing gluten. Check the current label before use.
Frequently asked questions
Are sprinkles a complete walking snack on their own?
No. For this purpose, use them as a topping for other food you’ve brought along. The product pages reviewed describe the sprinkles as a topping; decide separately what else you’ll take with you on your walk.
When should I choose 270 g of crushed sprinkles instead of 330 g of whole sprinkles?
Choose the crushed variety if you’d like a finer topping and a 270 g box is enough. If you want more in each individual box, the whole varieties reviewed come in 330 g boxes; Jumbo lists both sizes.
How should I take sprinkles with me on a walk?
Keep them dry and carry a portion in a well-sealed container. Jumbo and Albert Heijn advise keeping the varieties reviewed dry; check the instructions on your own box too.
What should I consider if I’m serving sprinkles at an event?
First check which rules apply to the way you’re serving the food. For professionally serving unpackaged food, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority requires customers to be given information about any allergens present. For professional food activities, Ondernemersplein also outlines requirements for working hygienically. A private walk with food you’ve brought yourself does not automatically count as this kind of activity.