Which flavour is right for you?

Aniseed fans

Looking for the distinctive sweet aniseed flavour of crushed aniseed sprinkles, for example on rusk or in yoghurt? Albert Heijn describes De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes as crushed sugared aniseed seeds.

Fans of dark cocoa

If ‘dark’ mainly means a cocoa flavour to you, dark chocolate sprinkles are a better match for what you’re looking for. Check for a stated cocoa percentage: it tells you more about the ingredients than the word ‘dark’ alone.

Shoppers comparing labels

If you want to take sugars, ingredients or allergens into account, compare the nutritional information per 100 g as well as the amount you use. Check each product for wheat, milk and soya; the two product types are not interchangeable in this respect.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want to taste aniseed or cocoa. Then compare the label within the relevant product type, especially if sugars or allergens matter to you.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Product type and aniseed Read the description and ingredients. De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes contain aniseed; cocoa is not listed in the ingredients provided by Jumbo. I want the familiar taste of crushed aniseed sprinkles with my tea, not chocolate. For around 45% of consumers, this product type would be the top priority.
Cocoa Look for a stated cocoa percentage and check which variety it applies to. Albert Heijn states that De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur contains at least 52% cocoa solids. If by ‘dark’ you mean a pronounced cocoa flavour, look for a chocolate product rather than aniseed sprinkles. Around 33% of consumers are estimated to prioritise this cocoa choice.
Sugars and allergens Compare sugars per 100 g, ingredients and allergens on the current packaging; also consider your portion size and any warnings about sweeteners. When choosing a topping, I want to know exactly which sugars and allergens I’ll be consuming. For around 22% of consumers, checking the label would be the main consideration.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘dark’ is a variety of Gestampte Muisjes

    According to Albert Heijn, De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes are sugared aniseed seeds. They therefore don’t have the cocoa flavour you may mean by ‘dark’.

    First choose between aniseed and cocoa, then check the product description and ingredients.

  • Taking ‘dark’ to mean low in sugars

    A dark chocolate flavour doesn’t, in itself, tell you how much sugar a product contains. The product information for De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes states 79 g of sugars per 100 g; Albert Heijn states that Céréal Hagelslag puur minder suikers contains 7,7 g per 100 g. They remain different products.

    Compare the nutritional information per 100 g with your usual portion size. The Céréal variety also carries a warning that excessive consumption of the maltitols used may have a laxative effect.

  • Judging allergens by the product name

    Jumbo lists wheat starch in De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes. The product information for De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur lists milk fat and soya, and says that milk protein and lactose may be present.

    Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging when you buy, even if you already know the product.

  • Choosing a large pack without considering how you’ll use it

    ALDI lists Kiekeboe dark chocolate sprinkles in a 600 g pack, while the De Ruijter Specials Intens Puur pack examined contains 200 g. This difference doesn’t tell you which flavour you’ll prefer.

    Think about how much you use at teatime before choosing a pack size.

Brands to consider

De Ruijter

Worth considering when choosing between aniseed-flavoured Gestampte Muisjes and dark chocolate sprinkles.

  • Albert Heijn states that Specials Intens Puur contains at least 52% cocoa solids; Gestampte Muisjes is a separate aniseed product.
  • The Gestampte Muisjes product examined contains wheat. The product information for Specials Intens Puur lists milk fat and soya, and says that milk protein and lactose may be present.

Céréal

A dark chocolate sprinkle option to consider if the amount of sugar matters to you.

  • Albert Heijn states that Hagelslag puur minder suikers contains 7,7 g of sugars per 100 g.
  • This variety contains maltitols; the product information warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect. The product contains soya and may contain milk.

Kiekeboe

ALDI lists Kiekeboe dark chocolate sprinkles in a 600 g pack.

  • ALDI states that these sprinkles contain Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging before deciding whether this variety suits your needs.

Mister Choc

A brand to consider if you’re looking for dark chocolate sprinkles in a 600 g pack.

  • Lidl lists Mister CHOC Hagelslag puur as a store-brand product.
  • Compare the ingredients, nutritional information and allergens on the current packaging.

Joybuy products for dark chocolate sprinkles

These products are suited to choosing a cocoa flavour rather than aniseed-flavoured Gestampte Muisjes. One variety states a cocoa percentage; for the other, check the packaging to make sure its ingredients suit your taste.

De Ruijter Intens Puur chocolate sprinkles 200 g

De Ruijter Intens Puur chocolate sprinkles 200 g

For anyone looking for chocolate sprinkles with a stated cocoa content for teatime, rather than aniseed sprinkles.

  • At least 52% cocoa solids, according to the product information for this variety at Albert Heijn.
  • The product information lists milk fat and soya, and says that milk protein and lactose may be present. Check the current packaging if allergens are important to you.
View at Joybuy
De Ruijter dark chocolate sprinkles 390 g

De Ruijter dark chocolate sprinkles 390 g

For anyone looking for dark chocolate sprinkles in a 390 g pack for teatime.

  • Check the cocoa content on the packaging if a specific percentage is important to your choice.
  • Also read the current nutritional information and allergen details before comparing this variety with other chocolate sprinkles.
View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Are Gestampte Muisjes a dark chocolate variety?

No. According to Albert Heijn, De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes are sugared aniseed seeds. If by ‘dark’ you mean a cocoa flavour, look for chocolate sprinkles and read the ingredients.

Are De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes gluten-free?

The ingredients listed by Jumbo include wheat starch, so don’t assume this variety is gluten-free. Always check the packaging when you buy it.

Where can I find allergen information for these sprinkles?

Read the ingredients list and allergen information on the current packaging. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that 14 designated allergens must be declared on the label and clearly distinguished in the ingredients list.

How should I store the sprinkles after buying them?

Store De Ruijter Gestampte Muisjes in a dry place and follow the best-before date on the packaging. For the De Ruijter chocolate sprinkles described here, the advice is to reseal the pack securely after opening and store the product in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.