Choose Muisjes if you’re looking for anise sprinkles for rusks or a celebratory occasion. If you mainly want a rich chocolate flavour in your cupboard, look for dark chocolate sprinkles instead: the Muisjes described by PLUS are aniseed with a sugar coating, so they’re a different type of product. For chocolate products, compare the stated cocoa content, pack size and allergen information on the exact pack.
If cocoa matters more to you than anise, look for chocolate sprinkles rather than Muisjes. PLUS states that De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur contains at least 52% cocoa solids; always check the percentage on the product you choose.
If you want Muisjes for rusks or a celebratory occasion, the type of product matters more than a dark chocolate flavour. PLUS describes De Ruijter Muisjes as aniseed with a crunchy sugar coating.
If you regularly use a bread topping or cake decoration, it helps to compare the pack size, shelf life and ingredients of the product type you’ve chosen.
First decide whether you want anise Muisjes or chocolate sprinkles. Then compare the cocoa content, packaging and label for chocolate products.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Type of product | Read the product description and ingredients: PLUS describes De Ruijter Muisjes as aniseed with a sugar coating; dark chocolate sprinkles are a chocolate product. | If I’m looking for Muisjes for rusks, I want anise sprinkles, not to accidentally buy chocolate. Around 30% of consumers prioritise choosing the right type of product. |
| Rich chocolate flavour | Check whether the specific chocolate product states a minimum percentage of cocoa solids. PLUS gives at least 52% for De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur. | If I want a rich chocolate flavour, I’m looking for something different from the anise flavour of Muisjes. This flavour choice is the main consideration for around 50% of consumers. |
| Pack size and label | Compare the net weight and shelf life of similar products; also read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you choose. | If I use sprinkles regularly, I want a pack size that suits how much I use. For around 20% of consumers, how well a product works for keeping in stock is the most important factor. |
Muisjes and hagelslag are both types of sprinkles, but the Muisjes described by PLUS are sugar-coated aniseed. They won’t meet your needs if you’re looking for a rich chocolate flavour.
First choose between anise and chocolate, then read the ingredients on the exact pack.
The name alone doesn’t tell you what percentage of cocoa a specific product contains.
If you want to compare cocoa content, look for a specific percentage on the pack. For example, PLUS states that De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur contains at least 52% cocoa solids.
The words ‘Muisjes’ and ‘dark’ don’t tell you which allergens are present in the variety you’ve chosen.
Before buying and using a product, check the current ingredients and allergen information on the specific pack.
A larger pack doesn’t in itself tell you anything about cocoa content, nutritional value or whether the product is right for your needs.
Before choosing a larger pack, compare the serving information, shelf life and ingredients with those of smaller packs.
Worth considering if you want to compare traditional Muisjes with a dark chocolate option from the same brand.
Worth considering if you want to compare Muisjes and dark chocolate sprinkles side by side in a supermarket range.
Worth considering if you’re looking at a larger pack of dark chocolate sprinkles.
These products are chocolate sprinkles or chocolate flakes for anyone who prefers chocolate to anise Muisjes. Flakes and sprinkles are different product shapes, so choose the type and pack size that suit how you’ll use them.
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Chocolate sprinkles for anyone who prefers chocolate to anise Muisjes.
Pack size: 200 g. Check the label for cocoa content and allergens if these will affect your choice.
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A sprinkles option for anyone looking for a dark chocolate flavour rather than anise sprinkles.
Pack size: 400 g. Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you choose.
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An option if you’d like chocolate flakes rather than Muisjes or sprinkles.
Pack size: 300 g. Consider the flake shape if the shape of the topping matters for how you plan to use it.
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Dark chocolate sprinkles for anyone looking for chocolate rather than anise Muisjes.
Pack size: 390 g. If cocoa content is a deciding factor, compare the percentage on the exact pack; also read the allergen information.
No, they’re different types of product. PLUS describes the De Ruijter Muisjes it reviewed as aniseed with a sugar coating; choose dark chocolate sprinkles when chocolate is the flavour you’re after.
Compare the stated cocoa percentage of the specific products, rather than just their names. PLUS states that De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur contains at least 52% cocoa solids; for another product, check its own packaging.
Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, as this can vary from product to product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens in prepacked foods are listed in the ingredients list.
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you’ve chosen. They apply to the specific product you’re keeping in stock.
No, the term ‘dark’ doesn’t tell you the nutritional value of a specific product. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 9,1 g of sugars and 67 kcal per 15 g of dark chocolate sprinkles as a general reference; check the nutrition information per serving on the pack you choose.
