Stallholders who want to measure out portions
If you’re sprinkling crushed aniseed sprinkles over snacks or bakes, you’ll need to balance the amount per portion against how much might be left after the Christmas market.
Who is this choice important for?
Organisers testing the waters at a small Christmas market
If you’re expecting to sell only a limited amount, a smaller pack may be appealing. The actual pack size will determine how many portions you can plan for.
Sellers of unpackaged snacks
If you use crushed aniseed sprinkles in unpackaged portions, you must be able to tell customers about any allergens present before they buy, as advised by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority.
What should you consider when choosing?
Start by estimating how many portions you’ll need: Albert Heijn lists De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes as a 270 g pack, with a serving size of 6 g. Your own sprinkling portion may differ, though.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Portions and leftovers | Compare the net weight with your expected sales and decide how much you want to sprinkle over each snack. | If I want to use the same amount each time, I also want to know what will be left at the end. For around 38% of consumers, portion planning and leftovers matter most. |
| Using them as a topping | Try the amount of crushed aniseed sprinkles you’d like to use on the snack or bake you plan to offer. | I want to check in advance whether the aniseed flavour and amount of sprinkles work with the snack I’ve chosen. Around 31% of consumers give this the highest priority. |
| Allergen information | Check the current packaging and, if selling unpackaged food, record the allergens for each recipe. | If I’m offering unpackaged snacks, I want to be able to inform customers before they order. For around 31% of consumers, allergen information comes first. |
Common mistakes
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Mistaking a 140 g listing for the pack you’re buying
An Albert Heijn search listing gives the weight as 140 g, while the product page for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes lists 270 g. This means the 140 g listing isn’t a reliable basis for planning your portions.
Check the product name and net weight on the current product page, and read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack before use.
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Confusing a serving size with individually packed mini portions
The 6 g serving size listed by Albert Heijn does not refer to an individually packed portion.
Measure out how much you’ll use on one snack or in one cup beforehand, then plan how you’ll serve that amount during the event.
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Leaving allergen information until the point of payment
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, customers must be able to get information about allergens present in unpackaged food before buying or ordering.
Keep the information for each recipe readily available. If you provide it verbally, make it clear that customers can ask you for it.
A relevant brand to consider
De Ruijter
Albert Heijn and Jumbo list De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes in a 270 g pack, for use as a bread topping or garnish.
- Albert Heijn lists 6 g per serving and 45 servings per pack. Use these figures as a starting point for planning your own portions.
- Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten. Check the current packaging and bear in mind that you may have leftovers if sales are limited.
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Frequently asked questions
Is a 6 g serving the same as a mini pack?
No. Albert Heijn lists De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes as a 270 g pack, with 6 g per serving and 45 servings. You’ll need to measure out individual portions yourself.
Which allergens should I check in De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes?
For the 270 g pack, Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten. Check the current packaging before use, especially if you’re adding the sprinkles to a recipe.
When do I need to provide allergen information for unpackaged Christmas market snacks?
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, customers must be able to get information about allergens present before buying or ordering. Keep the information for each recipe available and make it clear when customers can ask you for it verbally.