Runners who want to weigh out small portions
Would you like to use a measured amount of Gestampte Muisjes at home on bread, crispbread or yoghurt? Albert Heijn and Jumbo list a 6 g serving containing 5.5 g of carbohydrates for the 270 g pack.
Who is this relevant to?
Runners trying out food during training
For long runs, it’s useful to decide in advance which foods and drinks fit into your routine. Gestampte Muisjes can be a small topping, but on its own it isn’t a plan for fuelling during prolonged exercise.
Shoppers who need to avoid wheat or gluten
For this choice, the label is key. Product information from Albert Heijn and Jumbo lists wheat starch as an ingredient, and wheat and gluten-containing cereals as allergens.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want to measure out a topping for an everyday meal or are looking for food for a long run. Also check the ingredients before considering portion size or flavour.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Measuring out portions | Check the listed 6 g serving and weigh out the amount you want to use as a topping. | I want to be able to repeat a small portion without sprinkling by eye. Portion control is the top priority for around 44% of consumers considering Gestampte Muisjes for marathon training. |
| Use during long runs | Count the carbohydrates from all planned food and drink, and try out the amount and timing in advance during training. | I don’t want to rely on one small topping portion for a long run. For around 33% of these consumers, a fuelling routine tried out in advance is the main consideration. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check the label on the pack you buy for wheat and gluten-containing cereals. | If I need to avoid wheat or gluten-containing cereals, I want to know what’s in the product before using it. Around 23% of these consumers prioritise checking ingredients and allergens. |
Common mistakes
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Mistaking a listed serving for a mini pack
Albert Heijn and Jumbo describe De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes as a 270 g pack with a 6 g serving. This serving size doesn’t mean that the contents are individually wrapped.
If it’s important to have a repeatable portion, weigh out the amount you want at home.
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Using a topping as your entire fuelling plan for a long run
According to Jumbo’s product information, a 6 g serving provides 5.5 g of carbohydrates. Choosing food and drink for prolonged exercise involves more than looking at the nutritional content of a single topping.
Look at your planned intake from all food and drink combined, and try out your approach during training rather than choosing based only on the sugar content.
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Relying only on online allergen information
The product information lists wheat starch, wheat and gluten-containing cereals. The ingredients on the pack you buy are what matter when making your choice.
If you need to avoid wheat or gluten-containing cereals, check the label on that pack before using it.
Relevant brand to consider
De Ruijter
Albert Heijn and Jumbo describe De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes as sweetened aniseed in a 270 g pack, intended as a spread or topping.
- The listed 6 g serving gives you a starting point for weighing out your own portion.
- A listed serving isn’t an individually wrapped mini portion. The product information also lists wheat and gluten-containing cereals.
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Frequently asked questions
Is a 6 g serving an individually wrapped mini portion?
No. The product pages for Albert Heijn and Jumbo list a 270 g pack and use 6 g as the serving size for the nutritional information. If you want to use this amount, you can weigh it out yourself.
How many carbohydrates and how much sugar does a serving contain?
According to Jumbo’s product information, a 6 g serving of De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes contains 5.5 g of carbohydrates, of which 4.7 g are sugars. Compare nutritional values on a like-for-like basis only, such as per serving or per 100 g.
Are Gestampte Muisjes enough on their own to fuel a marathon?
No. One listed 6 g serving containing 5.5 g of carbohydrates doesn’t make a complete nutrition and hydration plan for prolonged exercise. The Voedingscentrum provides guidance on food and drink for endurance sports. Assess your planned intake as a whole and try it out during training.
Do De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes contain wheat or gluten-containing cereals?
Yes. Product information from Albert Heijn and Jumbo lists wheat starch as an ingredient, and wheat and gluten-containing cereals as allergens. Also check the label on the pack you’re actually using.
How should I store Gestampte Muisjes after opening?
Store them in a dry place, as indicated on the product page. Seal the pack after use, and use a clean, dry container if you divide it into portions at home.