For a night in, crushed aniseed sprinkles are a good choice if you want a finer, dry topping; choose whole feestmuisjes if you’re after the texture of sugar-coated aniseed seeds. Don’t rely on the search term ‘squeezy bottle’: check that the product description and packaging actually say it comes in that type of dispenser. The aniseed sprinkles described here are dry, shake-on toppings, so it’s best to serve a small portion alongside your snack.
If you want to add a topping while watching without sprinkling it next to your plate, set aside a small portion beforehand. The aniseed sprinkles described here are dry, shake-on toppings, not a topping in a squeezy bottle.
For yoghurt or a cupcake, for example, you can choose between whole or crushed aniseed sprinkles. Aniseed sugar strands also have an aniseed flavour, but they’re sugar strands rather than aniseed sprinkles.
The aniseed sprinkle varieties described by Jumbo and Albert Heijn list wheat and cereals containing gluten. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging of the exact variety before use.
For a night in, start by choosing the type of topping you want. Then check the label and consider how much you can keep dry once the pack is open.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters most to |
|---|---|---|
| Controlled dispensing | Check whether the product description and packaging specify a dry, shake-on topping or an actual squeezy bottle. | When I’m topping a snack on the sofa, I don’t want to sprinkle it next to my plate; around 31% of consumers prioritise controlled dispensing. |
| Flavour and texture | Compare whole sugar-coated aniseed seeds, crushed aniseed sprinkles and sugar strands with an aniseed flavour. | I choose a topping based on the texture I want for my snack; around 31% of consumers prioritise flavour and texture. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the current ingredients and allergen information on the packaging of the variety you’ve chosen. | If my snack is for someone who avoids wheat, I want to be able to check the label; this is the most important buying consideration for around 23% of consumers. |
| Quantity and storage | Compare the net weight with how much you’ll use, and check the storage instructions and use-by date. | I only use aniseed sprinkles occasionally, so I want to be able to store an opened pack properly; this is the most important consideration for around 15% of consumers. |
The aniseed sprinkles described by Jumbo and Albert Heijn are dry, shake-on toppings. The words ‘squeezy bottle’ in a search query tell you nothing about the packaging of the product you’re looking at.
Only expect to dispense them from a squeezy bottle if both the current product description and the packaging confirm that format. Otherwise, you can serve a small portion of dry aniseed sprinkles separately.
Sweet toppings can contain ingredients you wouldn’t guess from the product name. The crushed aniseed sprinkles and feestmuisjes described here list wheat and cereals containing gluten.
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging before use, even if you’ve bought a product with the same name before.
Whole aniseed sprinkles, crushed aniseed sprinkles and aniseed sugar strands are different types of product. Their nutritional information also applies to the specific variety, not the category as a whole.
Compare the product description and nutritional values per 100 g if the ingredients or sugar content affect your choice. Also consider how much topping you want to use per serving.
Jumbo describes a 270 g pack of crushed aniseed sprinkles, while Albert Heijn describes a 330 g pack of feestmuisjes. Both types of aniseed sprinkles described here should be stored in a dry place.
Choose a pack size that suits how often you use aniseed sprinkles, reseal it after use, and follow the storage instructions and use-by date on the label.
Jumbo and Albert Heijn list De Ruijter products including crushed aniseed sprinkles and whole feestmuisjes. De Ruijter Anijshagel is a separate type of sugar strand with an aniseed flavour, not a variety of aniseed sprinkles.
Crushed aniseed sprinkles are the finer of the two types described: Jumbo calls them crushed, sugar-coated aniseed seeds. They’re still a dry topping, and a finer texture doesn’t mean you’re less likely to make a mess.
Yes. Jumbo’s crushed aniseed sprinkles and Albert Heijn’s feestmuisjes both list wheat and cereals containing gluten. Albert Heijn also lists wheat starch in De Ruijter Anijshagel; check the current label for each specific variety.
Store the aniseed sprinkles described here in a dry place and follow the instructions and use-by date on the packaging. Reseal an opened pack after sprinkling.
At the very least, check the ingredients, allergens and net weight, as well as any storage instructions that apply to the product. The European Union’s Your Europe website lists this information as part of the labelling requirements for pre-packed foods; use the label on the pack you have in front of you to make your choice.
