Christmas bakers and brunch planners
Looking for a colourful topping for rusks, yoghurt or homemade bakes? Albert Heijn and Jumbo describe Feestmuisjes as suitable for bread, rusks and baked goods, among other things.
Who are these options for?
Lunchbox planners and anyone sharing
If you want to share muisjes between several people or eating occasions, distinguish between the contents of the box and individually wrapped portions. The packs mentioned by Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS are 270 g or 330 g boxes.
Shoppers checking for allergens
The Feestmuisjes, Gestampte Muisjes and blue-and-white muisjes described contain wheat and cereals containing gluten. Check the packaging before buying or sharing them.
What should you look for when choosing?
If you’re considering muisjes for Christmas, sharing or lunchboxes, your choice will depend on the look you want, the type of packaging and checking for allergens.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters most to |
|---|---|---|
| Festive look | Check the colours of the variety and whether the suggested uses suit your topping or baking. | For a Christmas brunch, I want the muisjes to complement the way I present the food. Around 40% of these shoppers would put appearance first. |
| Sharing and lunchboxes | Compare the 270 g or 330 g pack sizes and check whether the packaging contains individual portions. | If I’m splitting muisjes between lunchboxes, I want to know whether I’ll need to fill containers myself. For around 30% of these shoppers, sharing would be the main consideration. |
| Allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging. The varieties described list wheat and cereals containing gluten. | If I’m sharing muisjes with someone who needs to avoid wheat or gluten, I want to check the label first. For around 30% of these shoppers, checking for allergens would come first. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a box contains individual portions
A serving size in the nutritional information doesn’t tell you how the product is packaged. The 330 g Feestmuisjes and 270 g Gestampte Muisjes mentioned are sold in single boxes.
Check how many packs you’ll receive. If you want to take portions with you, divide the contents into clean, resealable containers yourself.
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Assuming every colour suits Christmas
Feestmuisjes make a colourful topping. Blue-and-white muisjes will only suit your Christmas spread if you’ve chosen those colours deliberately.
Choose a variety to match your colour scheme and the dish you want to use the muisjes on.
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Relying only on online allergen information
The varieties described list wheat and cereals containing gluten. Product information can change, so a product page you looked at previously may not be enough when sharing the product.
Read the label on the physical packaging before serving the muisjes. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information for pre-packed foods must appear on the label.
Brands and retailers to consider
De Ruijter
The varieties described include 330 g Feestmuisjes, 270 g Gestampte Muisjes and 330 g blue-and-white muisjes.
- The product pages from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS describe different colours and uses as toppings.
- The varieties described list wheat and cereals containing gluten; check the current label.
Albert Heijn
Here, Albert Heijn is a retailer of De Ruijter muisjes, not the manufacturer of these varieties.
- The product pages provide details such as pack size, ingredients and nutritional information for Feestmuisjes and Gestampte Muisjes.
- Albert Heijn notes that product information can change. For allergen information, check the current packaging.
Jumbo
Jumbo is a retailer whose muisjes category includes Feestmuisjes, pink-and-white, blue-and-white and Gestampte Muisjes, among other varieties.
- The category makes it easier to distinguish between the colours and varieties.
- Check the packaging for each product. A 330 g box isn’t an individually wrapped lunchbox portion.
PLUS
PLUS is a retailer with product pages for De Ruijter Feestmuisjes (330 g) and Gestampte Muisjes (270 g).
- The Feestmuisjes product page mentions uses on bread, rusks and baked goods, among other things.
- The page describes a box. Check separately whether the pack on offer provides the portions you need.
Muisjes on Joybuy
This 330 g blue-and-white variety is an option if those colours suit your Christmas spread. For lunchboxes, check whether the pack on offer contains individual portions.
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De Ruijter Blue-and-White Muisjes 330 g
A blue-and-white topping for bread, yoghurt or baked goods, if these colours suit your spread.
Pack size: 330 g.
The product information lists wheat and gluten. Check the current label and, if you’re looking for individual lunchbox portions, check the packaging format.
Frequently asked questions
Are 270 g or 330 g boxes of muisjes multipacks for lunchboxes?
No. The 330 g Feestmuisjes and 270 g Gestampte Muisjes described are single boxes, not packs containing individual lunchbox portions. A serving size in the nutritional information doesn’t change that. Use resealable containers if you want to divide the contents into portions yourself.
Which muisjes suit a colourful Christmas spread?
De Ruijter Feestmuisjes are an option if you’re looking for a colourful topping. Albert Heijn and Jumbo mention uses on bread, rusks and baked goods, among other things. Choose blue-and-white muisjes only if those colours suit your spread.
Can I choose the muisjes described for someone with a wheat or gluten allergy?
The product information for the Feestmuisjes, Gestampte Muisjes and blue-and-white muisjes described lists wheat and cereals containing gluten. Don’t choose them for anyone who needs to avoid these ingredients, and always check the current label.
What if I offer muisjes to customers unpackaged?
Make sure customers can get allergen information before buying the unpackaged product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says this can be provided in writing or verbally, with a visible notice telling customers they can ask for the information.
How should I store an opened box of muisjes?
Keep the muisjes in a dry place and close the box securely after use. Check the packaging for storage advice and the best-before date for your product.