Who is this for?

Anyone who wants to sprinkle a little over Sunday breakfast

Want a little aniseed topping on bread, crispbread or yoghurt? Albert Heijn and Jumbo state that a portion of De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes is 6 g. Use this as a guide to measure out your own portion; it isn’t an individual mini pack.

Anyone choosing by texture

Gestampte Muisjes, whole Muisjes and aniseed sprinkles are different types of aniseed topping. Albert Heijn’s product descriptions can help you choose between a crushed texture, whole sugar-coated aniseed seeds and sprinkles with aniseed flavour.

Anyone checking ingredients and nutritional information

If you’re keeping an eye on sugars or allergens, the amount per portion and the current ingredients list matter. The product information for Gestampte Muisjes lists wheat and cereals containing gluten.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide how much you want to sprinkle and what kind of aniseed texture you’re after. Then check the nutritional information and allergens on the packaging of your chosen product.

What to consider What to check when buying Who should consider this?
Portion size Albert Heijn and Jumbo state that a 270 g pack of De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes has a portion size of 6 g. Check whether any mini version on offer is actually a separate pack. I want to measure out a small amount for Sunday breakfast without mistaking a portion for a mini pack. Around 45% of consumers prioritise portion control.
Aniseed texture Compare crushed Muisjes with whole Muisjes and aniseed sprinkles; these are different product types. For me, it matters whether the topping on my bread or crispbread is fine, whole or sprinkle-shaped. An estimated 33% of consumers choose mainly by texture.
Sugars and allergens Read the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion, along with the current ingredients and allergens on the packaging. Before I put anything on the table, I want to know how much sugar a portion contains and whether wheat or gluten is listed. This check is the top priority for around 22% of consumers.

Common pitfalls

  • Mistaking a portion for a mini pack

    The 6 g listed by Albert Heijn and Jumbo for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes is a portion size within a 270 g pack.

    Measure out a small amount yourself if you want to control your portion. If you want individual portions, check that this format is clearly stated on the packaging.

  • Choosing on aniseed flavour alone

    Jumbo lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g for Gestampte Muisjes. The flavour you want and the amount you sprinkle are therefore separate considerations.

    Read the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion, then decide how much you want to use at breakfast.

  • Relying on outdated product information for allergens

    The product information for Gestampte Muisjes lists wheat and cereals containing gluten. Ingredients information on a retailer’s website may change.

    Check the allergens on the packaging of the product you actually buy or serve.

Brands and retailers to consider

De Ruijter

The brand behind Gestampte Muisjes and the alternatives discussed here: Anijshagel and regular Muisjes.

  • According to the product pages at Albert Heijn and Jumbo, Gestampte Muisjes comes in a 270 g pack with a stated portion size of 6 g.
  • The stated portion isn’t a separately packed mini version.

Albert Heijn

Retailer providing product information for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes, Anijshagel and pink-and-white Muisjes.

  • The product descriptions list pack weights and portion sizes to help you tell the varieties apart.
  • Albert Heijn notes that product information may change, so check the packaging.

Jumbo

Retailer providing product information for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes 270 g.

  • Jumbo provides nutritional information per 100 g and per 6 g portion.
  • Check the current packaging for ingredients and allergens.

Muisjes at Joybuy

This Joybuy selection features Pink Muisjes for anyone considering a different variety from Gestampte Muisjes for Sunday breakfast. The pack isn’t described as a mini version.

De Ruijter Pink Muisjes 330 g

De Ruijter Pink Muisjes 330 g

A good choice if you want Pink Muisjes rather than the crushed variety. The pack contains 330 g.

View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Does a 6 g portion mean Gestampte Muisjes comes in mini packs?

No. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 6 g as the portion size for a 270 g pack of De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes. Check the packaging if you’re specifically looking for individual mini packs.

How much sugar is in a stated portion of Gestampte Muisjes?

Jumbo lists 4.7 g of sugars per 6 g portion of De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes 270 g. Compare the nutritional values of different products on the same basis, such as per 100 g.

Do Gestampte Muisjes contain wheat or gluten?

Yes. Albert Heijn and Jumbo’s product information lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes. Check the current packaging if allergens are important to your choice.

How should you store Gestampte Muisjes?

Store Gestampte Muisjes in a dry place and follow the best-before date on the packaging. Seal the pack tightly after use.