Choose Gestampte Muisjes when you specifically need the crushed variety for an afternoon treat: Albert Heijn lists a 270 g jar of De Ruijter, with 45 servings of 6 g. A 330 g jar of regular Muisjes contains more per pack, but it’s a different product. Work out how many jars you need based on the servings you plan to offer, and check the current label for each variety.
If you’re buying for several afternoon treats, the amount in each jar and the servings you plan to use matter more than the pack size alone. Albert Heijn lists De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes at 270 g; the 330 g jar of regular Muisjes described by Jumbo is a different product.
Whether you’re serving rusks or putting together a table of different treats, it helps to know in advance how much topping you’ll need. Albert Heijn’s product page lists 45 servings of 6 g per 270 g jar of Gestampte Muisjes; your own serving size may differ.
If ingredients affect what you can serve, check the nutrition information and allergen details on the jar. The product information for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g and identifies wheat and cereals containing gluten.
Choose these: if the crushed variety is part of what you want to serve.
The trade-off: Albert Heijn lists a 270 g jar; if you’re catering for more people, work out how many jars you’ll need.
Choose these: if getting more per jar is your priority and regular Muisjes will work for your treat.
The trade-off: Jumbo lists 330 g for De Ruijter Muisjes Blauwe & Witte, but these are not Gestampte Muisjes.
Choose these: if you’re looking for anise sprinkles rather than either variety of Muisjes.
The trade-off: Jumbo lists a 300 g pack of De Ruijter Anijs Hagel, with 91 g of sugars per 100 g.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who this matters most to |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity | Compare the net weight with the number of servings you’re planning. Albert Heijn lists Gestampte Muisjes at 270 g, with 45 servings of 6 g. | If you’re buying for several people or snack occasions, you’ll want to work out in advance how many jars you need. Around 31% of consumers give this kind of quantity planning top priority. |
| Product type | Check whether you’re buying crushed Muisjes, regular Muisjes or anise sprinkles; a larger jar may contain a different kind of topping. | For rusks or decoration, you’ll want to choose the product type that suits your planned use. Around 31% of consumers put this choice first. |
| Sugars | Check the nutrition information per 100 g and, if provided, per serving on the pack. | If you’re serving a sweet topping, you’ll want to know how much you’re using alongside the rest of the treat. Around 23% of consumers prioritise the amount of sugars. |
| Allergens | Before serving, check the ingredients and allergen information on every jar, including when choosing a different variety. | When buying for other people, you’ll need to check that the ingredients are suitable for them. For around 15% of consumers, checking the label is their main concern. |
The 330 g jar that Jumbo lists for De Ruijter Muisjes Blauwe & Witte contains regular Muisjes. The jar of Gestampte Muisjes described by Albert Heijn contains 270 g.
Work out how many jars of the product type you want you’ll need. Use the listed 45 servings of 6 g per jar of Gestampte Muisjes as a guide for planning only, not as a set amount for every guest.
Comparing the price per kilo won’t tell you whether regular and crushed Muisjes are interchangeable for your needs.
First decide which type you want, then compare the current pack sizes and prices per kilo of products that fit the bill.
The product information for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g. A larger pack doesn’t change the nutritional value per 100 g.
Check the nutrition information and decide how much topping you want to use for your planned treat.
De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes is listed as containing wheat and cereals containing gluten. If you buy a different variety or another jar at a later date, check the label again.
Check the current ingredients and allergen information on every pack before serving anything to others. The Voedingscentrum stresses the importance of checking labels when dealing with food allergies.
Albert Heijn and Jumbo product pages list Gestampte Muisjes, regular Muisjes and Anijs Hagel under this brand. These are different types of anise sprinkles, not different sizes of the same product.
This 330 g jar of regular Muisjes is an option if you’re looking for more per jar for a family occasion or celebration and don’t need the crushed variety.
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For anyone who wants to serve regular Muisjes as a treat and values the amount in each jar. The pack contains 330 g; these are not Gestampte Muisjes.
Check the ingredients and allergens on the jar before serving.
Work out how much you want to serve per person and multiply it by the number of people. Albert Heijn lists 45 servings of 6 g per 270 g jar of De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes; the stated serving is a basis for your calculations, not a recommended amount for every person.
No. The 330 g jar described by Jumbo contains regular Muisjes, not the crushed variety. Choose the larger jar only if regular Muisjes are right for what you want to serve.
Follow the storage instructions and best-before date on the pack. The product information for Gestampte Muisjes says to store in a dry place; when buying, check that the date and storage conditions suit when you plan to use the jars.
Yes, check the current packaging each time you buy it. The product information for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes lists wheat and cereals containing gluten; don’t rely on information from a jar you bought previously when serving it.
The product information for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g. Also consider how much you’ll actually use as a topping, and read the rest of the nutrition information on the pack; one nutritional value alone doesn’t determine whether a snack fits your diet.
