Parents decorating a treat
If you’re making cupcakes, biscuits or a cake for the start of term, you can use feestmuisjes as sprinkles. PLUS lists these uses for the feest variant; they’re not a ready-made chocolate gift.
Who are sprinkles suitable for?
Families looking for a sweet topping
Bread and crispbread are options to consider for breakfast or lunch. PLUS also mentions yoghurt as a use for both feestmuisjes and gestampte muisjes.
Shoppers who need to check allergens
If you’re sharing sprinkles with others, check the label on the exact pack. The feestmuisjes variant described by PLUS contains wheat and cereals containing gluten; don’t assume this applies to other variants.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want to decorate something, find a sweet topping or give a gift made of chocolate. The sprinkles discussed here are only intended for the first two purposes.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Decorating a treat | Check whether the variant is intended for sprinkling or decorating baked goods, and whether the colours suit what you’re making. | If I’m decorating cupcakes or biscuits myself, I want sprinkles that suit the treat. Around 45% of consumers prioritise decoration. |
| Using them as a sweet topping | Check the suggested uses for bread, crispbread or yoghurt, and choose between feestmuisjes and gestampte muisjes. | For breakfast or lunch, I’m mainly looking for sprinkles I can use on the foods I usually eat. Around 33% of consumers prioritise this use. |
| Allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information on the current pack of the exact variant. | When I’m handing out sprinkles, I want to know in advance whether the ingredients are suitable for the recipients. Checking allergens is the main concern for around 22% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Mistaking sprinkles for a box of chocolates
A pack of sprinkles serves a different purpose from a box of chocolates. PLUS describes feestmuisjes as sugar-coated aniseed and says they can be used as a topping or decoration.
If you want to decorate a homemade treat, check how the particular variant of sprinkles can be used. If you want to give chocolate as a gift, check the contents of a box of chocolates separately.
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Guessing allergens from the product name
The feestmuisjes described by PLUS contain wheat and cereals containing gluten. A brand name or picture on the front won’t tell you which allergens are in the exact variant.
Before buying and handing them out, read the ingredients and allergen information on the current pack. Check again if you choose a different variant.
Brands to consider when choosing sprinkles
De Ruijter
PLUS describes De Ruijter’s feestmuisjes and gestampte muisjes as variants for different uses, such as sweet sprinkles or toppings.
- Feestmuisjes are listed for use on bread and crispbread, among other things, as well as for decorating baked goods; gestampte muisjes are listed for bread, crispbread and yoghurt.
- These aren’t boxes of chocolates. The feestmuisjes variant described by PLUS contains wheat and cereals containing gluten.
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Frequently asked questions
Are sprinkles a box of chocolates for the start of term?
No. The feestmuisjes described by PLUS are sugar-coated aniseed, not a box of chocolates. They’re used as a bread topping and decoration, among other things. Look for a box of chocolates if you want to give chocolate as a gift.
Which sprinkles can I use to decorate a treat?
Feestmuisjes are an option if you’re looking for colourful sprinkles for cupcakes, biscuits or a cake, for example; PLUS lists them for decorating baked goods. Check the ingredients of the exact variant before handing them out.
How should I store feestmuisjes?
Follow the instructions on the packaging. The feestmuisjes described by PLUS should be stored in a dry place, and the best-before date is on the bottom of the pack.
Where can I check allergens if I’m handing out sprinkles?
Check the allergen information on the current pack of the exact variant you’re handing out. The feestmuisjes described by PLUS contain wheat and cereals containing gluten; information about this variant doesn’t automatically apply to a different pack.
How can I compare the nutritional information for two variants?
Compare the nutritional values per 100 g and read the ingredients lists too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing products per 100 grams, so differences in pack size don’t skew the comparison.