Which size is right for you?

If you share them regularly

If you’re buying for a group or for several occasions, you can spread a box of 9 × 270 g across those occasions. Kantinewinkel lists this size, but asks customers to check the delivery time.

If you’re looking for something for a lunchbox

If you only want to take or share a sandwich topping now and then, there’s no need to store nine packs straight away. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes as an individual 270 g pack.

If you check labels carefully

If wheat or gluten affects your choice, check the packaging before buying. Albert Heijn and Jumbo’s product information lists wheat and gluten-containing cereals for these crushed aniseed sprinkles.

What should you consider when choosing?

First, work out how many packs you’ll actually use and have room to store. Then consider how you’ll carry an opened pack and what label information you need.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Quantity and stock Compare the individual 270 g pack with the bulk box of 9 × 270 g. Ask the bulk retailer about the delivery time. If I’m sharing them with others on different occasions, I want to keep some unopened packs in reserve. For around 43% of consumers, having enough stock is the top priority.
Taking them with you and storage Choose an amount you have room to store, and keep any opened pack tightly closed and dry. For a lunchbox or a one-off occasion, I don’t want to be left with lots of leftovers; around 29% of consumers prioritise making a small purchase.
Ingredients and nutritional information Check the current label for allergens and ingredients. Compare nutritional values per 100 g and per portion if the amount you use matters. If I’m keeping an eye on wheat, gluten or sugar content, I want to know what’s in the topping. Checking the label is the top priority for around 28% of consumers.

What could you get wrong?

  • Mistaking whole aniseed sprinkles for crushed ones

    Albert Heijn lists crushed aniseed sprinkles alongside other types of aniseed sprinkles. So, the same brand name doesn’t necessarily mean you’re buying the same product type.

    Check that the product name says ‘Gestampte Muisjes’, and compare the weight and ingredients if you’re considering a different product.

  • Assuming a bulk listing guarantees delivery

    For the box of 9 × 270 g, Kantinewinkel asks customers to check the delivery time. This matters if you need the packs for a planned occasion.

    Confirm the delivery time and minimum order requirements with the retailer before relying on this pack size.

  • Relying on the product name alone for allergen information

    Albert Heijn and Jumbo list wheat and gluten-containing cereals for the 270 g pack of De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes. The product name alone won’t tell you this.

    Read the current label on the pack you’re buying, even if you’ve already checked the online product information.

  • Taking an opened pack with you while it’s loose or damp

    For an opened pack, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends sealing it tightly and storing it in a dry kitchen cupboard.

    Seal the pack carefully after use, and follow the storage information on the packaging for unopened packs.

Brands and retailers to consider

De Ruijter

The brand behind the crushed aniseed sprinkles in both the individual 270 g pack reviewed and the bulk listing for 9 × 270 g.

  • Albert Heijn and Jumbo provide product information for the individual pack, including ingredients and allergens.
  • For the bulk box, Kantinewinkel says you should check the delivery time.

Albert Heijn

A retailer listing De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes as an individual 270 g pack, rather than the manufacturer of this product.

  • The product page includes details such as the weight, ingredients and allergens.
  • Product information can change, so check the packaging of the product you actually buy.

Jumbo

A retailer with a product page for an individual 270 g pack of De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes.

  • The product page describes the ingredients, allergens and advice to store the product in a dry place.
  • The consumer pack described is not a box of nine packs.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a box of nine packs practical for one lunch or an outdoor occasion?

An individual 270 g pack is a better fit if you only want to use one pack and keep very little in reserve. A box of 9 × 270 g is mainly an option if you’ll be sharing them on several occasions, can store the remaining packs somewhere dry, and check the delivery time with the bulk retailer in advance.

How should I store an opened pack of crushed aniseed sprinkles?

Seal the pack tightly and store it in a dry kitchen cupboard. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says opened crushed aniseed sprinkles can be stored in a kitchen cupboard for up to one year. For an unopened pack, check the best-before date and storage instructions on the packaging.

Do De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes contain wheat or gluten?

Yes. For the 270 g pack reviewed, Albert Heijn and Jumbo list wheat and gluten-containing cereals. Always check the current label when you buy, as product information can change.