Who might want to share Muisjes?

Parents sharing a box

If several children want Muisjes on bread, crispbread or yoghurt, the pack size is a practical place to start. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list coloured varieties in 330 g boxes and Crushed Muisjes in a 270 g box.

Families looking for a festive topping

For a shared treat, you can choose colourful Party Muisjes or a pink-and-white or blue-and-white variety. Bear in mind that you’re choosing a sweet topping, not a snack in its own right.

Shoppers who check the label first

If you’re planning a regular snack or someone needs to avoid certain ingredients, nutritional information and allergens matter. Jumbo lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g for Party Muisjes, and lists wheat and cereals containing gluten as allergens. Always check the packaging of the product you buy.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide whether you want Muisjes for a shared treat or a regular snack. Then compare the pack size and variety, and read the label before serving.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Amount to share Compare the net weight: the coloured varieties listed contain 330 g, while Crushed Muisjes come in a 270 g box. Only choose the larger amount if you expect to use it. With several children at the table, I want enough topping to share from one box. For around 42% of consumers, a shareable pack size is the most important factor.
Colour and occasion Decide whether you want Party Muisjes as a colourful mix, or a pink-and-white or blue-and-white variety to match a particular colour theme. For a special treat, I want a colour that suits the occasion. Around 33% of consumers prioritise presentation.
Nutritional information and allergens Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the current label. Jumbo lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g for Party Muisjes; both Party Muisjes and Crushed Muisjes list wheat and cereals containing gluten. If the snack is a regular fixture or someone needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know what I’m serving first. For around 25% of consumers, this is the main consideration.

Common mistakes

  • Thinking of a large box as an everyday snack supply

    A 330 g box can be handy for sharing, but that doesn’t tell you what portion to serve. Jumbo lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g for Party Muisjes.

    Use Muisjes as a topping if you like. If you’re looking for something for an everyday snack, also consider options such as fruit, vegetables and wholemeal bread, which the Voedingscentrum recommends for children.

  • Expecting a separate bag format when you see ‘sharing bag’

    The Muisjes varieties listed are sold in 330 g or 270 g boxes. So the term ‘sharing bag’ doesn’t tell you what kind of packaging you’ll get.

    Check the net weight and packaging format of the variety you choose. A 330 g box contains 60 g more than the listed box of Crushed Muisjes.

  • Overlooking allergens in sprinkles

    Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten as allergens in both Party Muisjes and Crushed Muisjes.

    If someone needs to avoid wheat or gluten, check the label on the actual packaging rather than relying on the colour or an earlier product description.

Brands and retailers to consider

De Ruijter

The ranges listed by De Ruijter include Party Muisjes, pink-and-white and blue-and-white Muisjes in 330 g boxes, and Crushed Muisjes in a 270 g box.

  • You can compare the pack size, colour and texture of these varieties.
  • Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for Party Muisjes and Crushed Muisjes; check the information on each pack.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn’s online Muisjes category lists varieties in 330 g boxes and Crushed Muisjes in a 270 g box.

  • You can compare the different net weights side by side.
  • Check the latest product information for the pack you choose.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists Party Muisjes and pink-and-white and blue-and-white varieties in 330 g boxes, as well as Crushed Muisjes in a 270 g box.

  • The product information helps you compare pack sizes and, for the varieties described, nutritional values and allergens.
  • Check the current label when you buy; information for different varieties isn’t interchangeable.

PLUS

PLUS lists De Ruijter Party Muisjes in a 330 g box and Crushed Muisjes in a 270 g box.

  • You can compare the net weight of these two varieties.
  • Check the information on the packaging itself before use.

Muisjes for sharing from Joybuy

This 330 g blue-and-white variety is a good choice if you want to share Muisjes as a topping and have a particular colour theme in mind.

De Ruijter Muisjes Blue & White 330 g

De Ruijter Muisjes Blue & White 330 g

For sharing as a topping when you want to use blue-and-white Muisjes. The pack contains 330 g; check the ingredients and allergens on the current label before sharing.

View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Is a 330 g box of Muisjes a sharing bag?

No, the packs listed are boxes, not bags specifically labelled for sharing. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list Muisjes varieties in 330 g boxes and Crushed Muisjes in a 270 g box; check the net weight if you’re choosing for several children.

Are Muisjes suitable for an everyday after-school snack?

Muisjes are better used as a sweet topping than as the basis of an everyday snack. Jumbo lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g for Party Muisjes; for children’s snacks, the Voedingscentrum suggests options such as fruit, vegetables and wholemeal bread.

Do Party Muisjes and Crushed Muisjes contain allergens?

Yes, Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for both varieties. Check the label on the pack you buy, especially if someone needs to avoid certain ingredients.

How should I store Muisjes after opening?

Store them in a dry place, as indicated for the varieties described. Also follow the storage and use-by information on the actual packaging.