Who is this choice relevant to?

Caterers serving self-service breaks

If you let guests help themselves to sprinkles, consider individual sealed portions instead of sharing an open pack.

Caterers running a staffed breakfast buffet

A team serving the topping can choose a pack size to suit the expected number of guests and serving occasions.

Organisers of buffets serving unwrapped sprinkles

When food is displayed without its packaging, keep the product information linked to the sprinkles being served so that allergen information is available.

What should you consider when choosing?

First decide whether guests will help themselves or whether staff will add the sprinkles. This determines which packaging is practical and how you keep product information available at the point of service.

Individual sealed portions

When: For self-service, each guest gets an individual pack.

Consider: You’ll use more individual packs; check that the portion size suits the occasion.

Original packaging, served by staff

When: A member of staff adds the sprinkles and can handle a larger pack.

Consider: You’ll need a serving process that keeps the packaging dry and the product information available.

Dispenser for dry food

When: Consider this option for reusable presentation, but only if its suitability for dry toppings and food contact has been confirmed.

Consider: Transferring the sprinkles adds cleaning and record-keeping requirements, so you can keep the correct product and allergen information up to date.

Point to consider What to check before buying Who is this most relevant to?
Self-service and portions Check the number of packs and the weight per portion. Albert Heijn lists De Ruijter chocolate sprinkles in packs of 120 × 20 g; Jumbo lists fruit sprinkles in packs of 120 × 15 g. If guests are serving themselves, I want to be able to hand out individual portions rather than share an open pack. For around 36% of consumers, individual serving is the top priority.
Serving larger numbers of guests Choose a pack size that suits staff service. For a dispenser, ask separately whether it can dispense dry toppings and is suitable for food contact; capacity alone doesn’t prove this. When a member of staff is behind the buffet, I want them to be able to add the topping in a controlled way. Fast, controlled serving is the main concern for around 29% of consumers.
Allergen information Keep information about the product variant being used at the point of service. If you transfer the sprinkles, keep track of which product is in each dispenser. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, consumers must be given allergen information for unwrapped food. At an open buffet, I want to be able to tell guests which allergens are present in the sprinkles on offer. Around 21% of consumers consider this information their top priority.
Packaging and stock Compare the quantity with the expected number of guests and serving occasions. Jumbo lists chocolate sprinkles in 600 g packs; also check how much opened product you’ll be able to use. If attendance varies from one event to another, I want to choose a pack size that suits my plans. For around 14% of consumers, stock management matters most.

Common choices that need careful consideration

  • Choosing a squeeze bottle based on capacity or leak resistance

    APS Glass & Bar Supply markets its catering squeeze bottles for liquids such as sauces and syrups. A suitable capacity or closure doesn’t confirm that the bottle will dispense dry sprinkles effectively.

    Before buying, ask the supplier specifically whether the model is suitable for dry toppings and food contact. Otherwise, choose individual sealed portions or serve from the original packaging.

  • Transferring sprinkles without keeping the product information

    For unwrapped food, allergen information must be made available in a way other than via the label on a sealed pack, according to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority.

    Keep the packaging or current product specification at the point of service, and make it clear which variant is in each dispenser.

  • Choosing a bulk pack without considering how it will be served

    A 600 g pack may suit staff service, but the weight alone doesn’t tell you how much you’ll use at a small gathering.

    Choose a quantity to suit the number of guests, portions and serving occasions. For self-service, consider whether individual portions would work better.

  • Using any old reusable container

    A dispenser comes into direct contact with the sprinkles. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority classifies items used in this way as food contact materials, which are subject to relevant safety requirements.

    Ask the supplier to confirm that the container is suitable for the intended food contact, and check how it can be cleaned.

Brands to consider

The product ranges listed here show different packaging options. Choose a variant to suit how you’ll serve it, and check the label of the product you actually use.

De Ruijter

Albert Heijn lists chocolate sprinkles in 120 × 20 g portion packs; Jumbo lists fruit sprinkles in 120 × 15 g portion packs.

  • Individual sealed portions are an option for serving guests one at a time.
  • A portion pack isn’t a substitute for a reusable dispenser; check the ingredients and allergens for each variant.

Venz

Jumbo lists Venz chocolate sprinkles in 400 g packs, as well as a 380 g XXL variant.

  • The listed variants offer a choice of pack size and sprinkle texture.
  • Check separately that any dispenser you plan to use is suitable for the dry sprinkles you’ve chosen.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists chocolate sprinkles in several options, including a 600 g milk chocolate variant.

  • A larger pack may be suitable when staff are serving the sprinkles.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens for your chosen variant before serving it unwrapped.

Kiekeboe

ALDI Netherlands lists Kiekeboe dark and milk chocolate sprinkles in 600 g packs.

  • The listed pack size is an option to consider for a staffed buffet.
  • Check your chosen variant and its availability when buying; the pack weight says nothing about its suitability for a dispenser.

Mister Choc

Lidl Netherlands lists Mister Choc sprinkle mix.

  • The sprinkle mix is a variant to consider alongside your planned menu.
  • Check the packaging for ingredients and allergens, and separately confirm that any dispenser you use is suitable for dry toppings.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use a standard squeeze bottle for sprinkles?

Don’t assume you can without confirmation from the supplier. APS Glass & Bar Supply describes its catering squeeze bottles as being for liquids. For dry sprinkles, check specifically whether your chosen model can dispense dry toppings and is suitable for food contact.

Does a reusable sprinkle dispenser need to be suitable for food contact?

Yes, if the dispenser comes into direct contact with the sprinkles. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority classifies items that come into contact with food as food contact materials; ask the supplier whether the dispenser is suitable for your intended use.

How do I provide allergen information at an open buffet?

Make the allergen information for the sprinkles on offer available to guests. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, information about unwrapped food must be provided in a way other than via the label on a sealed pack. Make sure it’s also clear which variant is being served.

How should I store sprinkles for a conference buffet?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of your chosen variant. When serving, keep the product name and allergen information linked to the sprinkles, especially if you transfer them to another container.