Who is this choice relevant to?

Evening snackers keeping an eye on sugar

You want to sprinkle something sweet over a late-night snack, but the amount of sugar matters more to you than the specific flavour of aniseed sprinkles.

Fans of aniseed and crushed aniseed sprinkles

You’re specifically looking for the flavour and crumbly texture of sugar-coated aniseed seeds, perhaps as a topping for crispbread or yoghurt. In that case, another type of sprinkle isn’t necessarily a suitable replacement.

Shoppers who read labels carefully

You want to know how much you use each time, or you need to take ingredients into account. According to Albert Heijn and Jumbo, De Ruijter’s standard version contains wheat and cereals containing gluten.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide what matters most for your late-night snack: the distinctive aniseed flavour or a product with less sugar. If you want to measure out the amount you use each time, the serving size can help you compare products, but it doesn’t change the nutritional content per 100 g.

Crushed aniseed sprinkles

A good choice if: you specifically want the aniseed flavour and a crumbly topping.

Consider: according to Albert Heijn, De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes contains 79 g of sugars per 100 g.

Lower-sugar sprinkles

A good choice if: less sugar matters more to you than the familiar flavour of aniseed sprinkles.

Consider: the lower-sugar chocolate sprinkles shown by Albert Heijn are a different type of product, and may have a different flavour and texture.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Less sugar Check whether a claim refers to sugar, and compare the nutritional information per 100 g and per serving. When I’m looking for a sweet topping for a late-night snack, I want to know whether an alternative really contains less sugar. Around 50% of consumers prioritise less sugar in this situation.
Aniseed flavour and how you’ll use it Compare the ingredients and texture, and check whether it works as a topping for the food you have in mind. I want the flavour and crumbly texture of crushed aniseed sprinkles on my crispbread or yoghurt. This is the main requirement for around 30% of consumers.
Allergens and serving size Check the current label for allergens, and measure out the amount you use if serving size matters to your choice. For a small late-night snack, I want to be able to choose carefully based on the ingredients or the amount I use. This is the main priority for around 20% of consumers.

Common misconceptions

  • Assuming a small serving means it’s a lower-sugar product

    Jumbo lists 4.7 g of sugars per 6 g serving of De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes, alongside 79 g of sugars per 100 g. Using a smaller amount doesn’t change the nutritional content per 100 g.

    Measure out your serving if the amount you eat at a time matters to you. If you’re looking for a product with less sugar, compare its nutritional information with that of the standard product.

  • Assuming another type of sprinkle is an identical replacement

    Albert Heijn lists lower-sugar chocolate sprinkles as a topping, but they’re not the same product as crushed aniseed seeds. The difference in flavour and texture may affect your choice.

    Decide whether you need a similar topping or specifically want crushed aniseed sprinkles, then check the ingredients and nutritional information.

  • Overlooking allergens in a sprinkle

    According to Albert Heijn and Jumbo, De Ruijter’s standard version contains wheat and cereals containing gluten.

    Check the current label on the product you choose before buying; don’t rely on the name or picture alone.

Relevant brands to consider

De Ruijter

De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes is a sweet topping made with sugar-coated aniseed seeds. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list the 270 g pack.

  • Albert Heijn and Jumbo provide information about the ingredients, allergens and nutritional values, so you can assess the standard version for yourself.
  • According to both retailers, the standard version contains 79 g of sugars per 100 g. If less sugar is your main priority, compare the nutritional information with that of an alternative.

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Frequently asked questions

Is De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes a lower-sugar option?

Don’t treat the standard version as a lower-sugar product: Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 79 g of sugars per 100 g, while Jumbo gives 4.7 g per 6 g serving. If you’re considering another version, compare its claim and nutritional information with those of the standard product.

Does ‘light’ always mean less sugar in sweet sandwich toppings?

No. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, ‘light’ or ‘reduced’ can refer to energy, fat or sugar. Check which nutritional value is mentioned on the packaging and compare it with the standard product.

Can I use crushed aniseed sprinkles as a topping for a late-night snack?

Yes. The product information says they can be used on bread and crispbread, or in yoghurt. Jumbo lists a 6 g serving for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes; measure out how much you use if serving size matters to your choice.

Does De Ruijter’s standard version contain wheat or gluten?

Yes. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list wheat and cereals containing gluten for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes. Always check the current label on the specific pack you’re considering, including for alternatives.

What can I compare if I want less sugar than in crushed aniseed sprinkles?

For example, compare other sprinkles that claim to contain less sugar; Albert Heijn lists lower-sugar chocolate sprinkles as a different type of product. Check the ingredients and compare sugars per 100 g and per serving, without assuming that you’ll get the same aniseed flavour.