Who is this choice relevant to?

The sugar-conscious home baker

You’re looking for a decoration with a lower sugar content you can verify, not just a product you use less of. Jumbo lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes.

The baker looking for an aniseed finish

You want to add a hint of aniseed to your biscuits and are less concerned about reducing sugar. Albert Heijn and Jumbo describe regular crushed aniseed sprinkles as a decoration for baked goods; check for yourself how you’d like to use them on your biscuits.

The baker checking for wheat and gluten

You’re baking for someone who needs to avoid wheat or gluten, so you check the current label before buying. Albert Heijn and Jumbo’s product information lists wheat starch and cereals containing gluten in the regular De Ruijter variety.

What should you look for when buying?

First, distinguish between using a smaller amount of decoration and choosing a product that demonstrably contains less sugar. If the latter isn’t your main priority, you can then consider the aniseed flavour and the finish you’re after.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Demonstrably less sugar Check the sugars per 100 g. If there’s a comparative claim, see which similar product is used as the reference. The Netherlands Bakery Centre states that a reduced content means a difference of at least 30%. I want to decorate biscuits without accepting an unsubstantiated claim about less sugar. For around 50% of consumers, verifiable sugar reduction is the priority.
Aniseed flavour and finish Check the ingredients and decide whether you want the decoration to be visible on the biscuit. If an aniseed flavour and appearance matter more to me than reducing sugar, regular decoration could be suitable. Around 30% of consumers prioritise flavour and finish.
Wheat and gluten Read the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging; the regular De Ruijter variety contains wheat starch. When I’m baking for someone who needs to avoid wheat or gluten, I want to know whether the decoration is suitable before using it. This check comes first for around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing using less with choosing a product that contains less sugar

    Using a smaller amount on your biscuit doesn’t change the nutritional value of the decoration per 100 g. Jumbo lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes.

    If reduced sugar is a condition of your purchase, assess the product and the comparison on the label, not just how much you plan to use.

  • Taking a term on the packaging as sufficient proof

    ‘Low sugar’ and ‘reduced sugar’ don’t mean the same thing. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre defines ‘low sugar’ as a maximum of 5 g of sugars per 100 g; the Netherlands Bakery Centre describes reduced sugar in terms of a comparison with similar products.

    Read the nutritional information per 100 g. If there’s a comparative claim, check the reference product and the difference stated.

  • Checking allergens only after baking

    Albert Heijn and Jumbo list wheat starch in regular De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes. This could affect your choice if the person you’re baking for needs to avoid wheat or gluten.

    Check the current packaging before buying and using the decoration.

  • Treating regular aniseed sprinkles as a low-sugar alternative

    Albert Heijn lists 91 g of sugars per 100 g for De Ruijter Anijshagel. Sharing an aniseed flavour doesn’t make it a substantiated choice for reducing sugar.

    Choose aniseed sprinkles for the flavour and shape you’re looking for; compare nutritional information if less sugar is a deciding factor.

Brands and retailers to consider

De Ruijter

De Ruijter makes the 270 g pack of Gestampte Muisjes, which Albert Heijn and Jumbo describe as sugared aniseed seeds for uses including decorating baked goods.

  • Worth considering if you’re specifically looking for an aniseed-seed decoration.
  • Jumbo lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g; the ingredients information also lists wheat starch.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn is a retailer of De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes, not a separate manufacturer of this variety.

  • The product page includes ingredients, nutritional information and suggested uses for decoration.
  • Check the details on the packaging itself, as product information can change.

Jumbo

Jumbo is also a retailer of the regular 270 g pack of De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes, not a second manufacturer.

  • The product information lists sugars per 100 g, as well as ingredient and allergen details.
  • Other aniseed sprinkles in a range aren’t products with reduced sugar just because of their category name; check their individual labels.

Joybuy products for decorating biscuits

Related products coming soon.

Frequently asked questions

Are De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes low in sugar?

No, not according to the threshold the Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives for ‘low sugar’: a maximum of 5 g of sugars per 100 g. Jumbo lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g for regular De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes.

How do I check a reduced-sugar claim?

Compare the sugars per 100 g and check which similar product was used as the reference. For reduced sugar, the Netherlands Bakery Centre states that the difference should be at least 30%; simply using less decoration tells you nothing about this product comparison.

Can I use crushed aniseed sprinkles on biscuits?

You could use them as a visible decoration after the biscuits have been baked. Albert Heijn and Jumbo mention using them to decorate baked goods, but don’t assume they’re suitable for baking in the oven unless the packaging says so.

Are De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes suitable for a wheat-free or gluten-free diet?

According to the product information from Albert Heijn and Jumbo, the regular variety contains wheat starch and lists cereals containing gluten. If you need a wheat-free or gluten-free option, only choose a decoration after checking the current ingredients and allergen information.

How should I store crushed aniseed sprinkles after opening?

Store De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes in a dry place, as stated in the product information. Close the packaging after use and check the use-by date on the label.