Sprinkles

The themed sprinkles are ready-to-use mixes, already composed for specific parties or atmospheres. Our range:

• Sprinkles Rainbow Numbers: see our Sprinkles Rainbow Numbers rainbow for children's birthdays
• Sprinkles Christmas 180g: see our Sprinkles Christmas 180g, red, green, white, and gold mix for year-end celebrations
• Sprinkles Christmas Wishes 70g: see our Sprinkles Christmas Wishes 70g, more subtle and elegant
• Sprinkles Shark 80g: see our Sprinkles Shark 80g, marine theme for children's birthdays
• Sprinkles Circus: see our Sprinkles Circus, funfair and birthday party vibe
• Sprinkles Bees 25g: see our Sprinkles Bees 25g, yellow and black for signature cupcakes
• Set Sprinkles Wicked Witch: see our Sprinkles Wicked Witch set for Halloween
• Set Sprinkles Pumpkin Patch: see our Sprinkles Pumpkin Patch set, Halloween pumpkins

The metallic sugar pearls are the most sophisticated decorations for wedding cakes and premium entremets. See our complete sugar pearls collection. Our range:

• Edible gold pearls 100g: see our edible gold pearls 100g, practical size for regular use
• Gold pearls 5mm 1kg: see our gold pearls 5mm 1kg, professional size for pastry shops
• Metallic gold sugar pearls 6mm 1kg Azucren: see our metallic gold pearls 6mm Azucren, intermediate size
• FunCakes Bubblegum Pop Pearls 80g: see our Bubblegum Pop pearls 80g, pastel pop colors for birthdays
• Crunchy raspberry-inspired pearls 1kg: see our raspberry crunchy pearls 1kg (Valrhona) for red fruit desserts

Typical application: 1-2 g of beads per cupcake, 5-8 g per cookie, 30-50 g per wedding cake tier. Guaranteed luxury effect.

Mini beads are chocolate pearls coated with sugar, more indulgent than pure sugar pearls:

• Mini white beads 800g FunCakes: see our mini white beads 800g, professional size
• Mini black beads 800g FunCakes: see our mini black beads 800g, graphic contrast
• Mini white beads 80g: see our mini white beads 80g, discovery size for amateurs
• Mini white beads 1kg: see our mini white beads 1kg, professional intermediate size
• Raspberry-Inspired Crunchies 1kg Valrhona: see our Valrhona raspberry crunchies, for professional textures

Sprinkles (or jimmies in English) are the classic stick-shaped sprinkles. See our complete sprinkles collection with more than 15 references:

• Multicolored Sprinkles 1kg: see our multicolored sprinkles 1kg, the classic for cookies, donuts, and cupcakes
• Pink sugar sprinkles 80g: see our pink sprinkles 80g for Valentine's Day and baby girl showers
• White sugar sprinkles 1kg: see our white sprinkles 1kg for elegant wedding finishes
• Themed sprinkles: black, red, green, blue, gold, silver available in various sizes
• Chocolate sprinkles: cocoa version for brownie and fondant decoration

Sugar crystals add a sparkling effect and a characteristic crunchy texture. Ideal for shop finishes and ice cream scoops:

• White crystals: for classic "crystallized sugar" effect on cookies, biscuits, cupcakes
• Colored crystals: full palette for themed finishes (pink, blue, green, yellow, purple)
• Pearl sugar: for chouquettes, Liège waffles, milk breads
• Glitter sugars: luxurious metallic effect, also see our gold leaf and glitter collection

Application: sprinkle generously on products just out of the oven while still warm for perfect adhesion.

The dragées and edible confetti are the most sophisticated decorations:

• Classic almond dragées: for weddings, baptisms, traditional birthdays
• Colored mini dragées: for event cupcakes and drip cakes
• Flat round confetti: colorful "polka dot" effect for children's birthday pastries
• Shaped confetti: stars, hearts, moons, letters for themed decorations
• Metallic confetti: gold, silver, rose gold for premium finishes

The star application: decorated cupcakes. On a buttercream or whipped ganache rosette, sprinkling themed sprinkles transforms a basic cupcake into a signature piece:

• Children's Birthday Cupcakes: multicolored or themed sprinkles (Shark, Circus)
• Wedding Cupcakes: gold pearls + mini white beads for elegance
• Halloween Cupcakes: Wicked Witch or Pumpkin Patch sprinkles
• Valentine's Day Cupcakes: pink sprinkles + heart pearls
• Christmas cupcakes: Christmas sprinkles + white crystals for snow effect

For express mix bases, see our Classic Cake 400g mix and Chocolate Cake 500g mix.

On birthday cakes, sprinkles create the iconic festive effect:

• Confetti cake: multicolored sprinkles mixed directly into the batter before baking
• Drip cake + sprinkles: pour 150g gold choco drip and immediately sprinkle
• Sprinkle sides: fresh sugar paste + roll in a tray of sprinkles for full coverage
• Rainbow Numbers sprinkles: with our Rainbow Numbers sprinkles for colorful birthdays
• Custom topper: add sugar paste numbers + sprinkle around the edge

On iced cookies and biscuits, sprinkles add texture and color:

• Chocolate chip cookies: add sugar pearls or mini beads to the dough before baking
• Iced shortbread: apply royal icing then immediately sprinkle with sprinkles or crystals
• Valentine's Day cookies: heart shape + pink glaze + pink sprinkles or pearls
• Christmas cookies: 180g Christmas sprinkles on dry royal icing
• Custom speculoos: combine with edible markers for sophisticated decoration

See also our cookie and decorated biscuit recipes.

On donuts, sprinkles are essential:

• Classic donuts: pink or chocolate glaze + multicolored sprinkles
• Themed donuts: specific sprinkles according to the occasion (Halloween, Christmas, birthday)
• Elegant donuts: gold sugar pearls for wedding buffets
• Signature boutique donuts: custom house sprinkles in brand colors
• Mini sweet appetizer donuts: thematic sprinkles according to the event

On chocolate desserts, sprinkles create a striking visual contrast:

• Decorated brownies: chocolate ganache + gold pearls for a luxury effect
• Chocolate fondants: Valrhona raspberry croustibilles for fruity contrast
• Magnum cakes: 2025-2026 trend, giant magnum-shaped cake + drip + themed sprinkles
• Cake pops: dipped in colored candy melts + sprinkled with sprinkles
• Chocolate candies: with mini balls and gold pearls

On ice creams and popsicles, sprinkles add crunch and color:

• Cone ice creams: dip the scoop in a sprinkle tray for "party ice cream" effect
• Coated popsicles: dip half in candy melts then in sprinkles
• Ice cream cups: sprinkle of sugar crystals + colored sprinkles
• Signature sundae: caramel topping + sugar crystals + gold pearls
• Plant-based ice cream: certified vegan sprinkles (check label)

On wedding cakes, metallic sugar pearls are the most sophisticated decorations:

• Pearled borders: line of 5mm gold pearls at tier junctions
• Cake tops: full cover of gold pearls on top
• Cascade effect: controlled pouring of pearls from the top
• Pearls + gold leaf combination: see our Azucren 8x8cm gold leaf
• Wedding color matches: choose gold pearls (timeless) or pink (2025 trend)

On fruit tarts, elegant sprinkles enhance freshness:

• Strawberry tart + gold pearls: see our strawberry tart recipe with pearl finishing
• Individual tartlets: 3-5 gold pearls in the center of each piece
• White crystal sprinkles: around fruits for "morning dew" effect
• Colored vermicelli: on chocolate tarts for graphic breaks

Cake pops are the ultimate signature of sprinkles:

• Event cake pops: 50-100 dipped and sprinkled cake pops for birthday buffet
• Chocolate lollipops: circle of melted chocolate + immediate sprinkle topping
• Themed cake pops: specific sprinkles by event (wedding = gold pearls, baby shower = pink vermicelli, Halloween = Wicked Witch sprinkles)
• Corporate cake pops: colors matching the client brand colors

On pavlovas and meringues, sprinkles create contrast with the whiteness:

• Mini individual pavlovas: cream + fruit + final sprinkling of colorful sprinkles
• Decorative meringues: piped and sprinkled before baking, sprinkles set during baking
• Meringue buffets: assortment of colors and shapes for maximum visual effect
• Vegan meringues: aquafaba + certified vegan sprinkles

Procedure to achieve a uniform and professional sprinkling:

• Step 1: prepare the surface (icing still fresh, ganache barely set, buttercream just piped)
• Step 2: hold the sprinkle container 15-20 cm above the creation
• Step 3: make slow circular motions over the entire surface
• Step 4: finish with straight movements to fill less dense areas
• Step 5: let rest 5-10 minutes for sprinkles to adhere to the surface
• Step 6: gently tap to remove loose excess sprinkles

Pro tip: work over a rack to catch and reuse excess sprinkles.

For fully sprinkle-covered sides:

• Step 1: spread a wide, flat tray of sprinkles (on a baking sheet)
• Step 2: prepare a cake covered with smooth buttercream or fresh ganache
• Step 3: place the cake on its side
• Step 4: gently roll the cake in the sprinkle tray while pressing lightly
• Step 5: touch up missed areas with a spoon and direct application
• Step 6: set upright and let rest 10 minutes for final adhesion

This technique is visually spectacular but requires about 200-400 g of sprinkles depending on the cake size.

The 6 most common mistakes with sprinkles:

• Surface too dry: sprinkles won’t stick. Always apply on a fresh surface
• Over-sprinkling at once: uneven clumps. Better to do 2 light passes than 1 heavy pass
• Incorrect distance: too close = clumps, too far = loss. 15-20 cm is ideal
• Poor timing: apply after icing is completely dry = won’t stick
• Moist storage: colored sprinkles lose their color. Always keep in a dry airtight jar
• Mixing brands: sprinkles of different quality have different durability, better to keep uniform

To preserve your sprinkles over time:

• Airtight jars: close immediately after each use
• Keep dry: protect from moisture (prevents clumping)
• Keep away from light: UV rays fade colored sprinkles
• Temperature: 15-25°C, never above 30°C (risk of chocolate coating melting)
• Shelf life: 12 to 24 months depending on the product (check best before date)
• Rotation: use the oldest first (FIFO)

For pastry shops, sprinkles enable a range of highly profitable creations:

• Decorated cupcakes sold at €3-5 each with 70-80% margin
• Custom cookies made to order for events (weddings, baby showers)
• Themed pastry buffets for caterers and organizers
• Artisanal donuts differentiated from industrial chains
• Cake pops at €1.50-2.50 each with very low material cost

For cake designers, themed sprinkles are essential:

• Wedding cakes with golden pearls for luxury finishes
• Children's birthdays with pre-made themed sprinkles
• Baby showers gender reveal with pink or blue sprinkles
• Event cake pops in large quantities
• Drip cakes with sprinkles for maximum effect

For restaurants and ice cream shops, sprinkles dress up plated desserts:

• Signature ice cream cups with final sprinkle topping
• Gourmet coffee with decorated petit fours
• Sundae bars where customers create their own toppings
• Dipped cone ice creams for takeout
• Event sweet appetizers

For homemade baking enthusiasts, sprinkles are the ally of festive moments:

• Spectacular children's birthdays with minimal effort
• School snacks with themed cupcakes
• Homemade confetti cakes to turn a basic cake into a festive centerpiece
• Group cake pops with children (baking workshop)
• Decoration for homemade ice creams and yogurts to add fun to desserts

Several distinct categories:

• Sprinkles: generic term for all small sweet decorations. English.
• Vermicelli: sprinkles shaped like elongated sticks (1-3 mm long). Classic shape.
• Jimmies: American equivalent of vermicelli, same product, different term.
• Sugar pearls: regular spheres of various sizes (3 mm to 8 mm). More sophisticated.
• Mini balls: chocolate pearls coated with sugar, more indulgent than pure sugar pearls.
• Confetti: flat sprinkles, round or shaped (star, heart). Strong visual effect.
• Sugar crystals: crystallized sugar in large grains. Sparkling and crunchy effect.

Yes, all our sprinkles are strictly food-grade and comply with EU standards (Regulation EC No 1333/2008). Always check the label: glitter or "craft" decorations (scrapbooking) are never edible. All our products carry the mandatory "edible" or "food-grade" label.

Varies depending on the base:

• On dry royal icing: indefinitely (as long as the icing holds)
• On buttercream: 3-5 days without visible degradation
• On ganache: 2-4 days depending on ambient humidity
• On fondant: can soften if humidity is high, better applied on dry surface
• On fresh fruit: maximum 24h (moisture quickly degrades colors)

For long-duration orders (wedding traveling 1 day), prefer more stable metallic sugar pearls.

Yes, it is even the base of the "confetti cake". Conditions:

• Choose baking-resistant sprinkles (vermicelli or jimmies, not fine sugar pearls that melt)
• Fold in at the end of mixing, do not overmix (otherwise the colors bleed)
• Measure: 50-80 g of sprinkles for an 18 cm cake
• Normal baking, the sprinkles naturally color the batter
• Tip: taste just before baking to check for visible presence

Depending on the references, check the label for:

• Mini chocolate balls: contain milk, soy (emulsifying lecithin)
• Colored sprinkles: may contain E120 (cochineal) not vegan
• Coated sprinkles: depending on coating (chocolate, sugar, gum arabic)
• Fruity crunchy balls: may contain traces of almonds or other nuts

For strict diets (vegan, gluten-free, halal), choose our certified references clearly identified on product sheets.

For a pastry shop, the essential pack includes:

• 1 multicolored sprinkles: universal use for cookies, cupcakes, donuts
• 1 gold sugar pearls: for weddings and premium events
• 1 mini white beads: for entremets and elegant finishes
• 1 Christmas themed sprinkles: essential seasonal
• 1 Halloween themed sprinkles: October peak
• 1 white sugar crystals: universal use for textures

For hobbyists, starting with 2-3 versatile references (multicolored sprinkles + gold pearls + white crystals) is enough for 80% of occasions.

Yes, but with a significant time investment:

• Piped royal icing: pipe fine lines of colored royal icing on a silicone mat, let dry 24h, break into pieces for homemade sprinkles
• Colored sugar: mix crystal sugar with a few drops of gel food coloring, spread, let dry
• Limitations: less consistency, shorter shelf life (3-6 months max), less vivid colors
• Advantages: 100% customizable, satisfaction of handmade, premium margin in store

For regular professional production, industrial sprinkles remain more cost-effective and reproducible.