Who is this relevant to?

Cyclists who weigh out portions in advance

You want to decide how many carbohydrates to take with you before setting off. Jumbo lists 92 g of carbohydrates per 100 g for De Ruijter Muisjes Blauwe & Witte.

Cyclists who want to eat on the go

You’re planning a long, strenuous ride and want to make sure eating and drinking along the way are manageable. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a sports drink, gel or bar can be practical when it’s difficult to eat ordinary food while cycling.

Cyclists who need to check allergens

You choose based on the ingredients listed on the exact product packaging. For De Ruijter Muisjes Blauwe & Witte, Jumbo lists wheat starch and the allergens wheat and cereals containing gluten.

What should you consider when choosing?

First decide how you want to eat and drink during your ride. Then consider whether Muisjes fit into that plan, and check the portion size and ingredients for the variety you choose.

Muisjes

When: if you want to weigh out a portion of carbohydrates before setting off and can eat it at a suitable time.

Consider: weighing out a portion doesn’t solve the question of how and when you’ll eat or drink along the way.

Ordinary meal or snack

When: for a ride lasting less than an hour, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre says sports bars and gels aren’t necessary.

Consider: plan your food around the ride; a large meal just before setting off can be uncomfortable.

Sports drink, gel or bar

When: according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, sports nutrition can be practical during prolonged, strenuous exercise if it’s difficult to eat ordinary food on the go.

Consider: even with a gel or bar, you still need to decide what and when to drink; these products aren’t necessary for every ride.

What to consider What should you check? Who does this matter to?
Carbohydrate portion Check the carbohydrates per 100 g on the exact packaging and weigh out the portion you want. Jumbo lists 92 g of carbohydrates per 100 g for De Ruijter Muisjes Blauwe & Witte. If I want to decide what to take with me before setting off, I need to be able to weigh out a portion. Around 33% of consumers prioritise planning their portion.
Eating and drinking on the go Check that you can carry the food and eat it at a suitable time. Plan your drinks separately. On a long, strenuous ride, I want to be able to eat without disrupting my drinking plan. For around 42% of consumers, this practical aspect is their main concern.
Ingredients and allergens Check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging for the variety you’ve chosen. Jumbo lists wheat in De Ruijter Muisjes Blauwe & Witte. If I need to avoid wheat or cereals containing gluten, the label determines whether a variety is suitable for me. Around 25% of consumers put this check first.

Common mistakes

  • Looking only at the amount of carbohydrates

    Weighing out a portion doesn’t tell you whether it’ll be easy to carry and eat during your ride.

    Decide in advance when you want to eat, and try your chosen food during a training ride.

  • Treating Muisjes as a substitute for drinks

    Muisjes don’t replace a plan for drinking, even if you’ve calculated your carbohydrate portion in advance.

    For a long, strenuous ride, make a separate plan for food and drink that you can follow on the go.

  • Assuming all products called Muisjes are the same

    The product name alone doesn’t tell you enough about the ingredients, allergens or nutritional value. Jumbo lists wheat in De Ruijter Muisjes Blauwe & Witte; Joris Muisjes bel is a different type of product.

    Read the label on the exact packaging rather than relying on the name or colour.

Brands and shops to help you compare

De Ruijter

De Ruijter sells Muisjes as a sweet bread topping. When comparing products, check the exact variety and packaging.

  • For its 330 g pack of Muisjes Blauwe & Witte, Jumbo lists nutritional information per 100 g.
  • According to Jumbo, the same variety contains wheat starch and lists wheat and cereals containing gluten as allergens.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists several De Ruijter varieties in its Muisjes category.

  • The product category makes it easier to distinguish between varieties and pack sizes.
  • Check the information for your chosen variety and its packaging for ingredients, nutritional value and allergens.

Jumbo

Jumbo has a dedicated product page for the 330 g pack of De Ruijter Muisjes Blauwe & Witte.

  • The page lists ingredients, allergens and nutritional information for this variety.
  • Information for this variety doesn’t automatically apply to other Muisjes.

PLUS

PLUS lists, among other products, De Ruijter crushed Muisjes in a 270 g box.

  • The listed product type and pack size help you identify the variety.
  • Crushed Muisjes and Muisjes Blauwe & Witte are different varieties; check their information separately.

Muisjes on Joybuy

This product may suit you if you’re considering De Ruijter Muisjes as a portion of carbohydrates to weigh out. Also consider separately how you’ll eat and drink during your ride.

De Ruijter Muisjes, blue and white, 330 g

De Ruijter Muisjes Blauw en Wit 330 g

An option if you want to weigh out a portion of carbohydrates before setting off.

Jumbo lists 92 g of carbohydrates per 100 g for De Ruijter Muisjes Blauwe & Witte. According to Jumbo, this variety contains wheat starch and lists wheat and cereals containing gluten as allergens.

Muisjes don’t replace a plan for drinking; check that you can eat your portion at a suitable time.

View on Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Do I need Muisjes or sports nutrition for a bike ride lasting less than an hour?

According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, sports bars and gels aren’t necessary for a ride lasting less than an hour. Choose food and drink that fit your usual routine around the ride; Muisjes aren’t essential.

How much De Ruijter Muisjes Blauwe & Witte provides 30 g of carbohydrates?

Based on the 92 g of carbohydrates per 100 g listed by Jumbo, around 33 g of this variety provides 30 g of carbohydrates; around 65 g provides 60 g. These are weighed amounts, not standard portions for every bike ride.

Are De Ruijter Muisjes Blauwe & Witte gluten-free?

No. For De Ruijter Muisjes Blauwe & Witte, Jumbo lists wheat starch and the allergens wheat and cereals containing gluten. Always check the label on the exact packaging before buying.