People who need a strictly sugar-free option
You want to serve only toppings that meet the ‘sugar-free’ threshold at your King’s Day breakfast. Traditional crushed aniseed sprinkles may therefore not be suitable.
Who is this choice relevant to?
People looking to reduce their sugar intake
You’re looking for a lower-sugar topping and are open to a different type of product if the flavour and texture of crushed aniseed sprinkles aren’t essential.
People who want to serve crushed aniseed sprinkles
You’re choosing them primarily for their aniseed flavour and for sprinkling over bread, crispbread or yoghurt. It’s still important to check the sugar content and allergens before serving.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether ‘sugar-free’ is a firm requirement or whether a lower-sugar option is enough and you’re happy to consider other toppings.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters most to |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar-free option | Check the claim and the sugar content per 100 g. According to the Diabetes Fund, ‘sugar-free’ means no more than 0.5 g per 100 g. | If I only want to serve sugar-free toppings, I need to be able to verify that on the label. This is a priority for around 42% of consumers. |
| Less sugar, a different type of topping | Compare the sugar content per 100 g and decide whether a different type of topping can replace crushed aniseed sprinkles. | I want to use less sugar, but don’t need to stick to the aniseed flavour or the texture of the sprinkles. This is a priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Flavour and allergens | Check the ingredients and allergens on the current packaging, especially if you’re serving the topping to someone with an allergy. | For my festive breakfast, I specifically want to serve crushed aniseed sprinkles, and I take the sugar information into account. Around 25% of consumers say they prioritise this traditional choice. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘less sugar’ means ‘sugar-free’
A product with less sugar doesn’t automatically meet the ‘sugar-free’ threshold. According to the Diabetes Fund, it must contain no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g.
If sugar-free is a firm requirement, check both the claim and the nutritional information per 100 g rather than relying on ‘less sugar’ wording.
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Buying traditional crushed aniseed sprinkles as a sugar-free option
Jumbo lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes. That means they aren’t suitable as a sugar-free option.
Choose these crushed aniseed sprinkles only if you want their traditional flavour and use, and sugar-free isn’t a requirement.
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Relying solely on a product page when someone has an allergy
Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes; Foodstore Andaluz also lists milk in the flavouring for the same product.
Check the current packaging and, if in doubt, contact the manufacturer before serving the product to someone with an allergy.
A relevant brand to consider
De Ruijter
De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes 270 g are a traditional aniseed topping, available from retailers including Jumbo.
- The crushed aniseed sprinkles can be sprinkled over bread, crispbread or yoghurt.
- Jumbo lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g and wheat; this product isn’t suitable if you need a sugar-free option.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ‘sugar-free’ mean for spreads and toppings?
According to the Diabetes Fund, a product can be called ‘sugar-free’ if it contains no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g. ‘Less sugar’ and ‘no added sugars’ don’t mean the same thing; check the nutritional information if you’re looking for a strictly sugar-free option.
Are De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes sugar-free?
No. Jumbo lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes. According to the Diabetes Fund, the ‘sugar-free’ threshold is no more than 0.5 g per 100 g.
Can lower-sugar chocolate sprinkles replace crushed aniseed sprinkles?
They can if you’re mainly looking to reduce sugar and don’t need the aniseed flavour and texture of crushed aniseed sprinkles. Albert Heijn lists lower-sugar chocolate sprinkles among its sugar-conscious toppings, but that description doesn’t automatically make them sugar-free; compare the figures per 100 g.
Which allergens should I check in De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes?
Always check the current packaging. Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten, while Foodstore Andaluz also lists milk in the flavouring for the same product. If in doubt, contact the manufacturer before serving it to someone with an allergy.