Anyone looking for ingredients for Dutch mash
You want to buy something for a savoury meal and avoid ending up with sweet sprinkles. Albert Heijn and Jumbo stock aniseed sprinkles with sweet spreads, not with ingredients for Dutch mash.
Who is this relevant to?
Anyone looking for aniseed sprinkles for crispbread
You’re looking for a coloured or crushed variety for a sweet treat. The type and quantity in the pack can help you choose the right one for your needs.
Anyone who reads labels carefully
You want to check the ingredients and allergens for the exact variety. Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for De Ruijter Blauwe & Witte Muisjes.
What should you look for when choosing?
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Suitable for the meal | Decide whether you’re looking for a savoury ingredient for Dutch mash or sprinkles for a separate sweet treat. | For savoury Dutch mash, I’m looking for an ingredient for the meal, not sweet sprinkles. This product match is the top priority for around 50% of consumers. |
| Variety and quantity | Decide whether you want whole or crushed aniseed sprinkles, and check the net weight of the pack you choose. | For crispbread, I want the type of sprinkles I prefer and a quantity that suits how I’ll use them. This is the most important factor for around 33% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack of the exact variety. | If I’m buying aniseed sprinkles for someone else, I want to know what the chosen variety contains. Checking the label is the top priority for around 17% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Mistaking aniseed sprinkles for an ingredient for Dutch mash
Albert Heijn and Jumbo stock aniseed sprinkles with sweet spreads. The uses they list include crispbread, bread, yoghurt and cakes. They therefore aren’t a savoury ingredient for a meal.
Before choosing, decide whether you’re looking for something to add to the Dutch mash itself or sprinkles for a separate sweet treat.
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Skipping the label for the specific variety
Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for De Ruijter Blauwe & Witte Muisjes. Don’t assume the same product information applies to other varieties without checking.
Before use, read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’ve actually chosen.
A relevant brand to consider
De Ruijter
Jumbo lists whole coloured aniseed sprinkles and Gestampte Muisjes from De Ruijter. Albert Heijn stocks the brand’s aniseed sprinkles with sweet spreads.
- According to Jumbo, the whole varieties mentioned come in 330 g packs; Gestampte Muisjes is listed as 270 g.
- For the Blauwe & Witte variety, Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten. Check the label of the variety you choose.
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Frequently asked questions
Are aniseed sprinkles suitable as an ingredient in traditional Dutch mash?
No, not for the savoury meal you have in mind. Albert Heijn and Jumbo stock aniseed sprinkles with sweet spreads, though you can choose them for a separate sweet treat.
What should I check on De Ruijter Blauwe & Witte Muisjes if wheat or gluten is a concern?
Check the label on the exact pack before use. For this variety, Jumbo lists wheat starch as an ingredient and wheat and cereals containing gluten among the allergens.
How should I store De Ruijter Blauwe & Witte Muisjes?
Jumbo says to store this variety in a dry place. Also check the best-before date and any instructions on the pack.