Who are Muisjes suited to for a TV night?

Anyone looking to share a sweet topping

You’re looking for one larger box for several people to enjoy. PLUS says the 330 g box of pink-and-white De Ruijter Muisjes contains around 22 portions; you can decide how much to serve during the evening.

Anyone who likes aniseed and a particular texture

Choose between whole, crunchy Muisjes and a finer, crushed variety to sprinkle over something such as crispbread.

Anyone checking the label for the group

You want to know what allergens and nutritional values are listed on the packaging before serving. For its Feest Muisjes and Gestampte Muisjes, Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten, and 79 g of sugars per 100 g for both.

What should you look for when sharing Muisjes?

First decide whether you want to serve whole Muisjes or prefer a finer topping. Jumbo lists whole varieties in 330 g packs and Gestampte Muisjes in 270 g packs; the approximately 22 portions mentioned by PLUS apply specifically to the 330 g pink-and-white box.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Amount to share Compare the net weight in grams; only use a stated portion count for the specific variety it refers to. If I’m putting something out for several people, I want to know in advance how much is in the box. Share packs are the top priority for around 33% of consumers.
Flavour and texture Choose between whole and crushed Muisjes, then decide which colour variety you’d like. If you mainly enjoy the aniseed flavour, choose a form that suits how you’ll serve it. Flavour and texture matter most to around 27% of consumers.
Allergens and sugars Check the allergen information and nutritional values per 100 g on the current packaging. If someone eating with me needs to be careful about wheat, I want to check the label before serving. Label checks are the top priority for around 27% of consumers.
How much to put out Check the portion size on the label and decide how much to put in bowls. While watching TV, I want to choose how many Muisjes to put out rather than serving the whole box. The amount to serve is the top priority for around 13% of consumers.

Common mistakes when choosing

  • Treating a large box like an everyday snack mix

    Muisjes are sugar-coated aniseed seeds. Jumbo lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g for Feest Muisjes; a larger box doesn’t change what’s in them.

    Decide whether you want to serve a sweet topping or treat, and portion some into small bowls if you like.

  • Choosing based on colour alone

    The texture also makes a difference when serving: whole Muisjes are crunchy, while Gestampte Muisjes are finer. The packs shown also contain different net weights.

    Choose the texture first, then compare the weight and colour.

  • Relying on a previous purchase or a webshop photo

    For the Feest Muisjes and Gestampte Muisjes reviewed, Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten. If ingredients matter to your guests, always go by the current packaging.

    Read the ingredients and allergen information before serving the Muisjes.

Brands and retailers to consider

De Ruijter

De Ruijter is the brand behind the whole and crushed Muisjes featured here.

  • Jumbo lists whole colour varieties in 330 g packs and Gestampte Muisjes in 270 g packs.
  • Don’t choose by colour alone: for the Feest and crushed varieties reviewed, Jumbo lists wheat, cereals containing gluten and 79 g of sugars per 100 g.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn is a retailer here, not the manufacturer of the Muisjes mentioned.

  • Its online category lists whole De Ruijter varieties in 330 g packs and a crushed variety in a 270 g pack.
  • A product listing in the online category doesn’t tell you which variety is available in a particular shop.

Jumbo

Jumbo is a retailer with product information about the De Ruijter varieties reviewed.

  • The product pages for Feest Muisjes and Gestampte Muisjes list ingredients, allergens and nutritional values.
  • The colour and texture varieties shown aren’t ranked by how suitable they are as a TV snack.

PLUS

PLUS is a retailer with information about the 330 g box of pink-and-white De Ruijter Muisjes.

  • PLUS describes that specific box as containing around 22 portions.
  • Don’t assume that portion count applies to other Muisjes varieties without checking.

Whole 330 g Muisjes at Joybuy

These two boxes are a good fit if you’re looking for a larger pack of whole Muisjes to share. Choose the blue-and-white or pink variety to suit your preferred colour, then check the packaging to decide how much to serve.

De Ruijter blue-and-white Muisjes, 330 g

De Ruijter blue-and-white Muisjes, 330 g

A box of whole Muisjes for sharing if you’d like the blue-and-white variety. Check the current packaging for ingredients, allergens and nutritional information before serving.

View at Joybuy
De Ruijter pink Muisjes, 330 g

De Ruijter pink Muisjes, 330 g

A box of whole Muisjes for sharing if you’d like the pink variety. Check the current packaging for ingredients, allergens and nutritional information before serving.

View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions about sharing Muisjes

Is a 330 g box suitable for sharing on a TV night?

A 330 g box can work well for sharing. PLUS says the pink-and-white De Ruijter variety contains around 22 portions; decide how much you want to put out for your group, and don’t automatically apply that number to other varieties.

When should you choose whole or crushed Muisjes?

Choose whole Muisjes if you want to serve crunchy seeds, or Gestampte Muisjes if you’re after a finer texture to sprinkle over something such as crispbread or yoghurt. The packs discussed here contain 330 g and 270 g respectively.

What should I check if someone avoids wheat?

Check the allergen information on the current packaging before serving Muisjes. Jumbo lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for both Feest Muisjes and Gestampte Muisjes.

How should you store Muisjes after your TV night?

Store them in a dry place and follow the best-before date on the packaging. Jumbo recommends storing both Feest Muisjes and Gestampte Muisjes in a dry place.

What should you consider when serving Muisjes as a TV snack?

Think about how much you want to serve and check the nutritional values per 100 g. For the Feest and crushed Muisjes reviewed, Jumbo lists 79 g of sugars per 100 g. That makes Muisjes more suited to a chosen sweet topping or treat than a neutral snack mix.