Who is this relevant for?

Commuters who want to avoid spills

You want to take Muisjes with you without loose granules ending up in your bag or spilling while you’re on the go. A dry, sealable container matters more than a squeezy-bottle format.

Coffee drinkers who watch their portions

You want to decide in advance how much Muisjes to add to your coffee or breakfast on the go. According to the Voedingscentrum, a 15 g portion of Muisjes contains 11.9 g of sugars and 60 kcal.

Shoppers who check ingredients

You’re buying Muisjes for yourself or to share, and want to check the latest label. Albert Heijn lists wheat starch for the pink-and-white De Ruijter variety reviewed here; check the packaging for wheat and allergen information.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide how you’ll take whole Muisjes with you and dispense them while keeping them dry. Then consider your preferred portion and check the ingredients on the pack you buy.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Taking them along dry Choose a dry storage option that seals securely. If you transfer them to another container, check that it’s suitable for food contact. If you don’t want loose granules in your bag, prioritise dry, sealed storage; around 33% of consumers put this first.
Dispensing whole Muisjes If you’re considering an alternative dispenser, check that its opening is suitable for solid granules; a label saying it’s for sauce doesn’t tell you that. If you want to add Muisjes when you’re ready to use them without struggling with the opening, the dispensing method matters most. Around 33% of consumers give this top priority.
Portion size Decide in advance how much you want to take with you and check the nutritional information for the product you choose. The Voedingscentrum states that 15 g of Muisjes contains 11.9 g of sugars and 60 kcal. If you want to measure how much sweet topping you add to your coffee, start with the portion size; around 20% of consumers say this is their main concern.
Ingredients and allergens Check the latest label for the variety you’ve chosen, especially if wheat or gluten is relevant to you or someone else. If you’re sharing Muisjes, you’ll want to know which ingredients are in that particular pack. Around 14% of consumers put this check first.

Common mistakes

  • Buying a sauce squeezy bottle for whole Muisjes

    PLUS describes De Ruijter Muisjes as crunchy, sugar-coated aniseed. The fact that they’re granules doesn’t mean a bottle designed for liquids can dispense them.

    Start with a dry way to store and sprinkle them. Only consider another dispenser if it’s clearly stated that its opening and use are suitable for solid granules.

  • Taking Muisjes with you damp or pre-mixed

    The product information for the blue-and-white De Ruijter Muisjes reviewed here says they should be stored dry. Taking them with you damp isn’t in keeping with that guidance.

    Store them dry and add them only when you’re ready to use them.

  • Not counting the topping towards your portion

    According to the Voedingscentrum, 15 g of Muisjes contains 11.9 g of sugars and 60 kcal. So the amount you add matters if you want to know the nutritional value of your portion.

    Decide on your portion in advance and check the nutritional information on the packaging you’re using.

  • Relying only on online ingredient information

    Albert Heijn lists wheat starch for the pink-and-white De Ruijter Muisjes reviewed here. Ingredients may differ in another variety or on updated packaging.

    Check the latest label, especially if you’re sharing Muisjes with others or need to be mindful of allergens.

Relevant brand to consider

De Ruijter

The product pages reviewed from PLUS and Albert Heijn describe crushed Muisjes and coloured varieties from De Ruijter as bread toppings or toppings in general.

  • The product pages provide information about pack contents and ingredients for the varieties mentioned.
  • Those product descriptions don’t mean a squeezy bottle is suitable for dispensing whole Muisjes; check the dispenser separately.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I dispense whole Muisjes from a standard squeezy bottle?

Don’t assume a standard squeezy bottle will work. PLUS describes De Ruijter Muisjes as crunchy, sugar-coated aniseed; if you’re considering a bottle, check specifically that its opening is suitable for solid granules like these.

What should I look for when transferring Muisjes to another container?

Choose a dry container that’s suitable for food contact if the Muisjes will touch the inside. Also check that it seals properly and that you can sprinkle the granules out without spilling too many.

How should I store Muisjes when taking them with me?

Keep them dry and leave the packaging sealed until you’re ready to use them. For the blue-and-white De Ruijter Muisjes reviewed here, PLUS gives the storage instruction ‘store dry’; check the information on your own pack too.

What’s the nutritional value of a portion of Muisjes?

According to the Voedingscentrum, a 15 g portion of Muisjes contains 60 kcal and 11.9 g of sugars. Check the nutritional information on your pack if you choose a different portion size or variety.