Who is this choice relevant to?

Shoppers looking for crushed aniseed sprinkles

You want an aniseed topping for rusks, bread or a birth celebration, not chocolate sprinkles. The product descriptions from Albert Heijn and Jumbo can help you tell the difference.

Shoppers looking for Fairtrade chocolate

You want a chocolate product with a Fairtrade label on the specific product, and you don’t mind that chocolate sprinkles are different from crushed aniseed sprinkles.

Shoppers who need to check allergens

You need to find out whether wheat or milk is a concern for you. The information for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes and the Fairtrade Original varieties mentioned differs by product, so check the current label.

What should you look for when choosing?

Crushed aniseed sprinkles

Choose these if: You’re looking for the aniseed topping that Albert Heijn and Jumbo describe for De Ruijter, for example to sprinkle on rusks.

Keep in mind: The ingredients list for this variety includes wheat starch but no cocoa, so don’t choose it if you’re looking for Fairtrade chocolate.

Fairtrade chocolate sprinkles

Choose these if: You’re looking for chocolate sprinkles with a Fairtrade label on the product, such as the dark variety from Fairtrade Original, which Albert Heijn describes this way.

Keep in mind: Chocolate sprinkles aren’t crushed aniseed sprinkles and won’t give you the same aniseed flavour.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Product type Read the description and ingredients: look for aniseed in crushed aniseed sprinkles or cocoa ingredients in chocolate sprinkles. For rusks, I want to be sure I’m buying an aniseed topping, not chocolate sprinkles. Around 36% of consumers put this product choice first.
Fairtrade label Check the certification mark on the specific pack. Fairtrade Netherlands says that products with multiple ingredients must meet certain conditions to carry the certification mark. I’m mainly looking for chocolate with a verifiable Fairtrade label, even if it isn’t aniseed sprinkles; for around 36% of consumers, this is the most important condition when choosing.
Allergens Read the current label: according to Jumbo, De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes contain wheat starch; milk information differs between the Fairtrade Original sprinkles varieties mentioned. If I need to avoid wheat or milk, I want to check the label before using the product. Around 28% of consumers prioritise checking allergens.

Common mistakes

  • Mistaking crushed aniseed sprinkles for chocolate

    According to Albert Heijn and Jumbo, De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes are crushed, sugared aniseed; the ingredients listed contain no cocoa.

    Read the product description and ingredients list. Choose chocolate sprinkles if you’re specifically looking for a chocolate product.

  • Assuming something is Fairtrade based on a brand or retailer name

    A name alone doesn’t tell you which specific product or ingredient is covered by a Fairtrade certification mark. Fairtrade Netherlands sets out separate rules for products with multiple ingredients.

    Check the certification mark and product information on the pack you want to buy.

  • Overlooking wheat or milk

    Jumbo lists wheat starch in De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes. According to Albert Heijn, the Fairtrade Original milk variety mentioned contains milk, and the dark variety may contain milk.

    Before use, check the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging for the variety you’ve chosen.

  • Assuming a particular variety is available

    A listing for a different flavour or variety doesn’t mean the specific pack you want is available.

    Just before buying, check the current product page or shop shelf, and check the Fairtrade label again if you’re considering a substitute.

Relevant brands and retailers

De Ruijter

Albert Heijn and Jumbo describe De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes 270 g as crushed, sugared aniseed.

  • A specific product to consider if you’re looking for traditional aniseed sprinkles.
  • The ingredients listed contain no cocoa; Jumbo lists wheat starch. Check the specific pack for any Fairtrade claim.

Fairtrade Original

Albert Heijn lists Fairtrade Original Hagelslag Puur as chocolate sprinkles with a Fairtrade mark.

  • An alternative if you’re looking for chocolate sprinkles with a Fairtrade label applying to the product.
  • They aren’t an aniseed topping. According to Albert Heijn, the dark variety may contain milk, so check the variety you choose.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn’s product information distinguishes between De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes and Fairtrade Original chocolate sprinkles.

  • You can check the product type, ingredients and labels for each item.
  • Check the current packaging and availability of the exact variety you want to buy.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists the ingredients for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes and shows Fairtrade Original Chocoladehagelslag Puur in a Fairtrade category.

  • The product information helps you distinguish between aniseed sprinkles and chocolate sprinkles.
  • A Fairtrade label on chocolate sprinkles doesn’t automatically apply to crushed aniseed sprinkles.

ALDI

ALDI mentions rusks topped with blue or pink aniseed sprinkles as a tradition for celebrating a birth.

  • Rusks are a useful starting point when choosing sprinkles for a birth celebration.
  • Check each product to see whether it’s crushed aniseed sprinkles and whether it carries a Fairtrade label.

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Frequently asked questions

Are crushed aniseed sprinkles chocolate?

The De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes described by Albert Heijn and Jumbo aren’t chocolate sprinkles; they’re crushed, sugared aniseed. The ingredients listed contain no cocoa, so if you’re choosing Fairtrade chocolate, don’t rely on the name ‘muisjes’ alone.

How can I check a Fairtrade label on chocolate sprinkles?

Look at the certification mark and product information on the specific pack. Fairtrade Netherlands sets out conditions for using the certification mark on products with multiple ingredients; a brand or retailer name isn’t a substitute for checking.

Are De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes gluten-free?

Don’t assume they are: Jumbo lists wheat starch in the ingredients and lists wheat and cereals containing gluten in the allergen information. Check the current packaging if you need to avoid wheat or gluten.

Which ingredient information should I use when buying?

Check the ingredients and allergens on the current packaging for the product you’ve chosen. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says this information must appear on the label of pre-packed foods.

How should I store De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes?

Store these crushed aniseed sprinkles in a dry place, as stated by Albert Heijn and Jumbo. Also check the storage instructions and date marking on the pack you buy.