Who is this choice relevant to?

Runners who want a small bite before training

You want to take the edge off your hunger without eating a large portion just before your run. The amount you eat and what your stomach can tolerate matter more than the brand of chocolate sprinkles.

Runners doing long, intense training sessions

You run for several hours each week and want to plan when you eat around your training. For on-the-go snacks, you’re looking for something that’s easy to carry and eat while running.

Solo runners who want to take one portion with them

You want to measure out and pack enough for one snack. If you’re considering a ready-made option, check current availability: Jumbo says its Beschuit met Hagelslag Melk is no longer part of its online range.

What should you consider when choosing?

First decide whether you want to eat before or during your run. Then choose a portion and packaging that suit the occasion.

What to consider What to check when buying Who should consider this?
Timing and stomach comfort Check how long you have before training and decide on your portion size. Try the combination during a regular training session first. If I want a bite to eat shortly before a run, I don’t want a large portion that feels heavy on my stomach. For around 40% of consumers, timing and stomach comfort come first.
Carbohydrates in your diet Read the nutritional information per portion and consider how much rusk and chocolate sprinkles you’ll actually eat. If I train for several hours a week, I want to know how this portion fits in with my other meals. For around 30% of consumers, planning their carbohydrate intake is the top priority.
A portion to take with you Check whether a ready-made product is available to order and individually packaged. Pack homemade rusks in sturdy, dry packaging. I want to take something for one snack without the rusks crumbling on the way. For around 30% of consumers, a portion that’s easy to carry matters most.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming an old product page means the item is currently available to buy

    On its page for Beschuit met Hagelslag Melk, Jumbo says that the product is no longer part of its online range. So just because you can find a product page doesn’t mean you can order the item.

    Before buying, check both availability and whether the pack really contains a single portion you can take with you.

  • Making rusks your go-to choice for every training session

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, sports gels and bars aren’t needed for training sessions lasting less than an hour. For a long, intense session, it also matters whether you can use a product on the go.

    Choose according to the duration and intensity of your session, and try any new product during a regular training session first.

  • Eating a large portion just before a run

    A large meal shortly before exercise can cause stomach discomfort. With rusks and chocolate sprinkles, how much you eat and when you run still make a difference.

    Keep snacks small when you’re eating close to your start time, and see how you tolerate them during training.

  • Skipping the label on the product you’ve chosen

    The AH Beschuit naturel examined lists, among other things, cereals containing gluten and egg; the AH Hagelslag puur examined lists milk and lactose. Ingredients and product information can change.

    Check the allergens and nutritional information on the packaging of the exact products you’re buying.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

AH Beschuit naturel and AH Hagelslag puur are separate products that you can combine to make your own portion.

  • Albert Heijn’s product information lists a portion size for the rusks and nutritional values for the chocolate sprinkles.
  • The combination isn’t an individually wrapped bar, so check the current packaging before using it.

Jumbo

Jumbo has a product page for Beschuit met Hagelslag Melk, a ready-made combination.

  • The product page makes clear which combination it is.
  • Jumbo says the product is no longer part of its online range.

De Ruijter

Jumbo lists milk and dark chocolate sprinkles from De Ruijter. These are toppings, not a complete portion to take with you.

  • You can portion the chocolate sprinkles yourself with rusks.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on each pack; the chocolate sprinkles listed aren’t a rusk-and-chocolate-sprinkle bar.

Venz

Jumbo’s range includes Venz milk chocolate sprinkles.

  • You can use the topping to put together your own portion at home.
  • A pack of chocolate sprinkles isn’t an individually wrapped portion of rusks.

ALDI

ALDI lists chocolate sprinkles and plain rusks as separate items.

  • The chocolate sprinkles listed come in a 300 g pack; the plain rusk listing mentions 13 pieces.
  • For a single portion to take with you, you’ll need to measure out and pack the rusks and chocolate sprinkles yourself.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I eat rusks with chocolate sprinkles just before a run?

A small portion may work if you tolerate it well before training. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends having a meal with around 500 ml of fluid about 2 to 3 hours before exercise. If you’re eating closer to your start time, try different amounts during a regular training session to see what works for you.

Are rusks with chocolate sprinkles a good choice during a long training session?

Rusks with loose chocolate sprinkles are crumbly, which makes them less practical to eat while running. For prolonged, intense exercise, you could consider a packaged sports bar or sports gel. Try that during a regular training session first, too.

What should I eat after training: rusks or a meal?

Don’t automatically treat rusks with chocolate sprinkles as your full post-training meal. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends having a normal main meal after exercise; rusks with chocolate sprinkles can be part of your wider diet.

What should I look for on the labels of rusks and chocolate sprinkles?

Check the ingredients, allergens, portion size and nutritional information for each product separately. The AH Beschuit naturel examined lists, among other things, cereals containing gluten and egg, while AH Hagelslag puur lists milk and lactose. Always check the packaging of the specific variant you’re buying.

Does the rule about baker’s salt mean that all rusks contain iodine?

No. The rule described by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority doesn’t say how much iodine any individual rusk contains. According to the authority, iodine compounds may only be present in bread, bread substitutes and other bakery products through baker’s salt, with a maximum of 65 mg of iodine per kg of salt. Check the ingredients of the rusks you choose.