Who is this guide for?

Barbecue hosts working to a strict budget

You want an amount that suits your group, without buying a bigger pack than you need. The sliced brioche options from Carrefour and Harrys come in different sizes for you to compare.

Hosts who want to serve quickly

You’d rather put slices on the table than cut up a brioche during the meal. Harrys offers sliced brioche, while Brioche Pasquier also features a braided brioche to share.

Shoppers who check ingredients

Before serving several guests, you want to compare ingredients and check the allergens in the exact recipe. The DGCCRF explains what to look for on the labels of prepacked foods.

What should you look for?

For a summer barbecue, start with how much you need to serve, then choose between the convenience of ready-sliced brioche and cutting a whole one yourself.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Amount you need The pack weight and how much your group is likely to eat. If I’m planning brioche for several guests, I want enough portions without leaving most of the pack uneaten. Around 36% of consumers would put getting the right amount at the top of their list.
Ease of serving Whether it’s labelled ‘sliced’ and, where stated, how many slices there are. When everyone helps themselves during the meal, I prefer portions that are ready to put on the table. This convenience would be the top priority for around 29% of consumers.
Recipe and how you’ll serve it The exact variety and what you plan to serve it with. If the brioche is going with a range of toppings, I want a recipe that suits the way I’ll serve it. Around 21% of consumers would choose based on how they plan to use it.
Ingredients and allergens The ingredients list and allergens on the packaging of the product you buy. Before serving guests with dietary restrictions, I need to check the ingredients on the exact pack. Around 14% of consumers would put this check ahead of the format.

What should you avoid?

  • Choosing a large pack without planning portions

    If the pack is bigger than your group needs, some brioche may be left over after the barbecue.

    Plan how much you’ll serve and follow the storage instructions on the pack you buy.

  • Assuming plain brioche is suitable for everyone

    The recipe name doesn’t tell you all the ingredients. Brioche Pasquier, for example, lists wheat, eggs and milk in its briochettes; you shouldn’t assume every brioche has the same ingredients.

    Ask your guests about any dietary restrictions, then check the ingredients list and allergens for the product you plan to serve.

Brands and retailers to consider

Carrefour Classic'

A range to consider if you’re looking for brioche that’s already sliced.

  • Carrefour features a 500 g Carrefour Classic' sliced brioche, among other options.
  • Check the ingredients for the product you choose rather than assuming every recipe in the range is the same.

Harry's

Sliced brioches for easy serving, available in a choice of recipes.

  • Harrys features a plain sliced brioche labelled ‘no additives’ and a ‘less sugar’ variety, among other options.
  • These claims apply to specific recipes, so check the packaging to compare ingredients and allergens.

Brioche Pasquier

A braided brioche to consider if you’d like to slice portions at the table.

  • Brioche Pasquier presents its braided brioche as a product to share.
  • If you choose an unsliced option, allow time to cut it up.

Auchan

A retailer where you can compare different brioche formats before deciding how to serve them.

  • The Auchan range features a 700 g sliced brioche labelled as containing 26 slices, among other options.
  • Check the format and recipe of the product you choose: not everything in the range is served in the same way.

E.Leclerc

A retailer to look at if you’re arranging a collection or delivery for your barbecue shopping.

  • E.Leclerc DRIVE features bakery and viennoiserie products, with collection or delivery options depending on the area.
  • Check which brioches are available through your local drive before planning how to serve them.

Lidl

A retailer whose local catalogue you can check before you shop.

  • Lidl lets you search the catalogue for the supermarket you have in mind.
  • Catalogue dates matter, so check what’s available at your local store.

A brioche to consider on Joybuy

This 280 g brioche could work well for serving at the table. Check its format before planning portions for your barbecue.

ERHARD Pure Butter Brioche 280 g

ERHARD Pure Butter Brioche 280 g

Worth considering if you’d like to put a brioche on the table for everyone to share. The pack is listed as 280 g; check whether it’s sliced, how many portions you’d like to serve and which allergens are shown on the label.

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Frequently asked questions

How much brioche should I buy for a barbecue?

Start with the number of people and how brioche will fit into the meal, then compare pack weights. A larger pack is only useful if you plan to serve it or keep the leftovers.

Should I serve sliced or whole brioche?

Sliced brioche makes it easy for everyone to help themselves. A whole or braided brioche is a good choice if you can cut it up during the meal and want to serve something for everyone to share; Brioche Pasquier, for example, offers a braided brioche.

Should I check the allergens in plain brioche?

Yes. ‘Plain’ doesn’t tell you which allergens it contains. Check the ingredients list and allergens shown on the pack you buy, especially if a guest has mentioned a dietary restriction.

Is brioche labelled ‘no additives’ suitable for all guests?

No. This claim doesn’t mean the recipe is free from allergens. Check the label for the specific brioche you plan to serve, and take your guests’ needs into account.

What should I do with leftover brioche after the barbecue?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging. An Auchan product listing says that its own brioche should be kept in a cool, dry place and the bag resealed with its clip after use; check the instructions for the product you buy.