Who is this relevant to?

Host who wants to measure out portions

You’d like to serve crushed muisjes with coffee, but decide how much topping to put out per portion.

Shopper looking for a product with less sugar

You’re looking for a product whose sugar content per 100 g you can compare with that of a similar product. Simply serving less of the regular product won’t meet that need.

Host who needs to check allergens

You want to be able to give guests accurate ingredient information. Jumbo’s product information for the regular De Ruijter variant lists wheat and cereals containing gluten; check the label on the pack you’re serving too.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want to serve less of the regular crushed muisjes or choose a different product with a lower sugar content. These are two different choices.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Sugars and portion size Compare sugars per 100 g and measure out the portion. Jumbo lists 4.7 g of sugars per 6 g portion for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes. If I’m serving muisjes on crispbread or with another snack, I want to be able to decide how much each guest gets. Portion control would be the main concern for around 50% of consumers.
Reduced sugar content Check the nutritional information per 100 g, the exact claim and the similar product used for comparison. I’m looking for a different product formulation, not just a smaller spoonful of the same topping. A comparison that can be checked is the top priority for around 30% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current ingredients list and allergen information on the packaging. The regular De Ruijter variant lists wheat and cereals containing gluten. If guests need to know what’s in the topping, I want to be able to show them the pack. This check takes priority for around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a small portion means a lower-sugar product

    Using less topping reduces how much of the regular product someone eats, but doesn’t change its composition per 100 g. Jumbo and Albert Heijn list 79 g of sugars per 100 g for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes.

    Use a small spoon if you want to measure out portions. If you’re looking for a product with a reduced-sugar claim, assess the claim, the nutritional information and the comparable reference product.

  • Looking only at the front of the pack

    You need more than a product name or wording on the front to check the sugar content, portion size and ingredients. Albert Heijn notes that product information can change.

    Before serving, read the nutritional information and ingredients on the current pack, and check the best-before date.

  • Overlooking wheat and gluten at a shared coffee table

    Jumbo’s product information for the regular De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes lists wheat and cereals containing gluten. Guests who need to avoid these ingredients need information about the product actually being served.

    Keep the packaging available for guests and check any alternative separately for its ingredients and allergens.

Brands and retailers to consider

The information below relates to the product details or serving context mentioned, not to the availability of a reduced-sugar variant.

De Ruijter

De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes is a sweetened aniseed topping, sold in a 270 g pack.

  • Jumbo and Albert Heijn list 79 g of sugars per 100 g and a portion size of 6 g for this variant.
  • Don’t treat this regular variant as a reduced-sugar product.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn’s product information describes De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes in a 270 g pack.

  • The page lists the pack size, portion size and nutritional information.
  • Albert Heijn recommends checking the packaging, as ingredient, nutritional and allergen information can change.

Jumbo

Jumbo’s product information describes De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes in a 270 g pack.

  • Jumbo lists nutritional values per 100 g and per 6 g portion, including 4.7 g of sugars per portion.
  • Use the portion value only for a 6 g serving; a larger amount of topping contains more sugars.

Lidl

Lidl Netherlands describes a range of everyday groceries, with changing themed weeks.

  • If you’re planning a coffee table, you can check the current range in advance.
  • Don’t assume crushed muisjes or a reduced-sugar variant is available without checking the specific pack and its nutritional information.

ALDI

ALDI Netherlands suggests crispbread with muisjes as a serving idea; the crispbread is the base, not the topping.

  • This serving idea can help you plan what to put out alongside the coffee.
  • Don’t assume that a range of crispbread tells you which crushed muisjes or reduced-sugar variants are available.

Related Joybuy products

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Frequently asked questions

Does De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes have a reduced sugar content?

Don’t treat regular De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes as a reduced-sugar product. Jumbo and Albert Heijn list 79 g of sugars per 100 g; a smaller portion doesn’t change that value per 100 g.

How much sugar is in a portion of crushed muisjes?

Jumbo lists 4.7 g of sugars per stated 6 g portion of De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes. Measure out the amount if you want to use that portion value; a larger portion contains more of the product.

When can you compare products for reduced sugar content?

Compare the product’s nutritional information with that of a similar product and assess the exact claim. Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 sets out a reduction of at least 30% compared with a comparable product for a claim about a reduced nutrient content; that percentage alone doesn’t prove that a specific sugar claim meets all the conditions.

What should I check when serving crushed muisjes to guests who avoid gluten?

Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack you’re going to serve. Jumbo’s product information for the regular De Ruijter variant lists wheat and cereals containing gluten; check any other product against its own current label.

How should I store crushed muisjes until coffee time?

Store them in a dry place and follow the instructions on the current packaging. Check the stated best-before date before serving the product too.