Who is this option suitable for?

Party bakers catering for a group

If you’re decorating cupcakes, cake, biscuits, crispbreads or yoghurt, you can work out which pack you need by counting the treats and deciding how much topping to use on each one.

Organisers checking dietary requirements

If any children have allergies or other dietary requirements, it’s important to check the exact variety. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises asking in advance what children can’t eat; also check the rules at the school, after-school club or party venue.

Anyone making treats in smaller portions

If you’re using sprinkles as a decoration rather than as the main part of the treat, you can adjust the amount for each one to suit the party. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises offering small portions for children’s treats.

What should you look for when buying?

First check that the treat is suitable for the children attending and the party venue. Then work out how many sprinkles you’ll need for your chosen decoration.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Quantity Count the treats and decide how many grams of topping you’d like to use on each one. Compare this with the pack weight. If I’m catering for a large group, I want enough sprinkles without too many left over. Stock planning is a top priority for around 27% of consumers.
Ingredients and rules Ask about dietary requirements and venue rules, then check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack. If not every child can eat the same things, I want to know whether my treat is suitable for the group before I shop. Suitability is the main concern for around 33% of consumers.
Portion size Work out how many sprinkles you’ll actually use for each treat and, if needed, compare the nutritional information per 100 g. I want to add a small sweet touch, not serve up a large portion of sprinkles. Around 20% of consumers give this the highest priority.
Decoration Check that the colour and shape of your chosen sprinkles work with what you’re decorating; aniseed sprinkles are a different product. When making treats at home, I want the topping to suit the overall look. The decorative use is the main consideration for around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a standard box is a catering pack

    Jumbo’s range includes packs of 270 g and 330 g, among others. Based on the stated 15 g serving, a 330 g box of Feestmuisjes works out at 22 servings. You may use a different amount for decoration, though.

    Before deciding how many boxes you need, multiply the number of treats by the amount of topping you’ll use on each one.

    Buying several boxes without planning portions could leave you with leftovers you won’t use for the party.

  • Assuming every colourful topping is suitable for all children

    Jumbo and PLUS product information lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for De Ruijter Feestmuisjes. Other dietary requirements or rules at the party venue may also affect your choice.

    Ask about dietary requirements in advance, read the label on the exact variety and, if necessary, choose a suitable alternative treat or a non-food party option.

  • Overlooking the sugar content per treat

    According to PLUS product information, De Ruijter Feestmuisjes contain 79 g of sugars per 100 g. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises offering small portions for children’s treats.

    Decide how much topping you want to use on each treat and compare the nutritional information for the exact products you’re considering.

  • Relying on out-of-date product information

    Ingredients and allergen information can change. Information about one variety of sprinkles also won’t necessarily apply to another.

    Check the pack for the variety you’re actually buying shortly before using it.

Brands and retailers to consider

De Ruijter

De Ruijter has several varieties of sprinkles, including Feestmuisjes 330 g and Gestampte Muisjes 270 g.

  • The retailer describes Feestmuisjes as a topping for cupcakes, cake, biscuits, crispbreads and yoghurt, among other things.
  • Jumbo and PLUS product information lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for Feestmuisjes; check the current label for each variety.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists several De Ruijter sprinkles varieties in its online range.

  • The packs shown make it easy to compare the contents of different varieties.
  • Check which variety you can order for your party or buy in store.

PLUS

PLUS provides online product information for De Ruijter Feestmuisjes 330 g.

  • The product page lists ingredients, allergens, nutritional information and pack weight, among other details.
  • Read the pack itself before use too, especially if a child needs to avoid certain ingredients.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn provides product information for De Ruijter products, including aniseed sprinkles.

  • A product page can help you check the weight, ingredients and nutritional information for the product you’ve chosen.
  • Aniseed sprinkles aren’t the same product as muisjes; check the information for the exact variety you plan to use.

Sprinkles at Joybuy

This pink 330 g variety is an option if you’d like the colour to match your party treats. Work out how much you need based on your own decoration plans.

De Ruijter Pink Muisjes, 330 g pack

De Ruijter Pink Muisjes 330 g

For anyone who wants to use pink sprinkles to decorate party treats.

Pack size: 330 g. Work out how much you need for each treat and check the ingredients and allergens on the label for this variety.

View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

How many treats can I decorate with 330 g of Feestmuisjes?

Based on the 15 g serving stated by Jumbo for De Ruijter Feestmuisjes, 330 g is enough for 22 servings of that size. If you use more or less on each treat, the number will change, so first work out how many grams you need for your decorations.

Can I serve Feestmuisjes if any children have allergies?

Check with the parents or carers concerned and read the current pack information first. Jumbo and PLUS product information lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for De Ruijter Feestmuisjes; don’t assume other varieties have the same ingredients.

Should I check the school or after-school club’s rules?

Yes, find out what’s allowed at the venue before you shop. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre also advises taking account of allergies and foods children avoid for other reasons.

Should I use sprinkles as a topping or as the main treat?

If you want to keep the portion of sweet sprinkles small, use them as a topping and decide how much to add to each treat in advance. PLUS lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g for De Ruijter Feestmuisjes; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises offering small portions for children’s treats.

How should I store Feestmuisjes until the party?

Store De Ruijter Feestmuisjes in a dry place, as stated in Jumbo’s product information. Check the best-before date on the pack you’ve bought.