If organic certification is a must, don’t choose a packet of aniseed sprinkles without the EU organic logo on the packaging: according to Skal Biocontrole, this logo is compulsory on pre-packed organic consumer products in the EU. The De Ruijter varieties shown in the online aniseed sprinkle categories at Albert Heijn and Jumbo were not labelled as organic, so check the exact packet or consider a different snack category. If you’re mainly looking for something protein-focused after exercise, De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes aren’t a suitable choice: according to Albert Heijn’s nutritional information, they contain 79 g of sugars and 2 g of protein per 100 g.
You only want to take aniseed sprinkles with you if the exact packet is organically certified. Look for the EU organic logo on the packaging; according to Skal Biocontrole, it is compulsory on pre-packed organic consumer products in the EU.
You want to take aniseed sprinkles with you for yoghurt or crispbread, for example, but you know the difference between a topping and a protein-focused snack. According to Albert Heijn’s nutritional information, De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes contain 79 g of sugars and 2 g of protein per 100 g.
You want to be able to check in advance what’s in the portion you take with you. Albert Heijn’s product information lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes; check the label itself for any other variety.
First decide whether organic certification is a must for you. Then check the label on the packet you want to take with you, and consider whether you’re looking for a sweet topping or a snack in its own right.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Organic certification | For a pre-packed product, check for the EU organic logo on the exact packet, along with the control body and the origin statement. | I don’t want to take ordinary aniseed sprinkles with me if organic certification is a must; for around 42% of consumers, this assurance matters most. |
| Taking it with you and the label | Check the storage instructions and the ingredients and allergen information for your chosen variety before packing a portion. | I want my portion to stay securely sealed in my bag, and I need to be able to check the allergens; around 33% of consumers make this their top priority when choosing. |
| Its role as a snack | Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion, including sugars, protein and fibre, if you’re weighing aniseed sprinkles against other snacks. | After exercise, I want something more than just a sweet topping and need to know what my portion contains; around 25% of consumers prioritise this as a snack. |
A shop selling organic products doesn’t tell you anything about the certification of a specific packet of aniseed sprinkles. Nor is natural-looking packaging an organic certification mark.
If organic certification is a must, check for the EU organic logo on the packet itself. According to the European Commission, this logo can only be used for products that have been certified as organic.
According to Albert Heijn, De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes contain 79 g of sugars and 2 g of protein per 100 g. The nutritional value of this variety doesn’t suit a choice made specifically for its protein content.
Decide whether you want to use aniseed sprinkles as a topping or are looking for a snack with a different nutritional profile. Compare the nutritional information for the products you’re considering.
If you take aniseed sprinkles with you in a separate container, you may no longer have the label to hand. Albert Heijn’s product information lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes.
Keep the packaging or make a note of the product name and allergens alongside the portion you take with you. Always check the label on the exact variety.
The brand behind the aniseed sprinkle varieties in Albert Heijn and Jumbo’s online categories.
A supermarket with both an organic range and an online category for aniseed sprinkles.
A supermarket with an organic range and a separate online category for aniseed sprinkles.
Look for the EU organic logo on the packaging of the exact product. According to Skal Biocontrole, this logo is compulsory on pre-packed organic consumer products in the EU; also check for the control body and the origin of the agricultural ingredients.
No, not if you’re specifically looking for a snack because of its protein content: according to Albert Heijn, this variety contains 2 g of protein and 79 g of sugars per 100 g. If you want to use aniseed sprinkles as a sweet topping, consider the portion and the rest of what you eat separately.
Take a securely sealed portion with you and follow the storage instructions on the packet. Keep the ingredients and allergen information to hand if you transfer the sprinkles from their original packaging.
No: Albert Heijn’s product information lists wheat and cereals containing gluten for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes. For any other variety, check the allergen information on its own label.
