If you’re shopping for a large family and want a pronounced cocoa flavour, first check which part of the cone contains dark chocolate. A chocolate sauce or cocoa coating doesn’t necessarily mean dark chocolate is used throughout the recipe. Then compare the number of cones and the weight of each box, while keeping allergens and freezer space in mind.
You’re looking for dark chocolate rather than a simple chocolate flavour. The Cornetto and Magnum product listings we checked at Carrefour and Auchan describe different recipe ingredients, including reduced-fat cocoa, milk chocolate and dark chocolate chips. Check the label on your chosen cone to see which one matters to you.
You work out how many cones you need before choosing a box. Carrefour and E.Leclerc catalogues include packs of six, among other sizes. Net weight and the space available in your freezer also matter when planning your shop.
You check the ingredients for each flavour before sharing a box. The Cornetto and Magnum product listings we checked at Carrefour and Auchan list allergens and possible traces that vary by recipe.
Start with the factor that would rule out a box for you, then check that its size and storage requirements suit your household.
| Factor | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Dark chocolate and cocoa | Look for the words “dark chocolate”, check which part of the cone they refer to and, if stated on the label, note the corresponding cocoa percentage. | If I’m after a richer cocoa flavour, I want to know whether the dark chocolate is in the ice cream, the coating or just the chips. Around 42% of consumers would put this check first. |
| Number of portions | Compare the number of cones and the net weight, and check how much freezer space the boxes will take up. | To serve the whole family, I want to plan enough cones without buying more than I can store. This would be the priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Allergens and storage | Read the ingredients, any “may contain” warnings and the storage instructions on the exact box you’re buying. | When several people are sharing these desserts, I need to check that everyone can eat the recipe and that I can store it as instructed. Around 25% of consumers would put these considerations ahead of the others. |
A chocolate sauce or reduced-fat cocoa coating doesn’t necessarily mean the whole ice cream is made with dark chocolate. Carrefour lists dark chocolate chips in one Cornetto recipe, while an Auchan listing for a Magnum cone describes a milk chocolate disc.
Check which part of the recipe the words “dark chocolate” refer to, and look at its cocoa content if this is stated.
The packs of four and six listed by Carrefour, Auchan and E.Leclerc don’t necessarily contain the same amount of ice cream.
Count the portions you need, compare the net weights and make sure you have enough space before buying several boxes.
Ingredients and possible trace warnings differ between the Cornetto and Magnum recipes we checked.
Check the label for each flavour, including any “may contain” warnings, before sharing the cones.
An Auchan listing for a Cornetto cone states that it should be stored at −18 °C. You’ll also need enough freezer space for several boxes.
Check the instructions on each box and plan where to store it in the freezer as soon as you get home from shopping.
Packs of four cones listed by Carrefour and Auchan, with wafers and cocoa-based ingredients depending on the recipe.
Auchan’s listing for the Hazelnut & Chocolate recipe describes ice cream, a wafer and crunchy ingredients in a pack of four cones.
The Carrefour catalogue includes chocolate cones in packs of six, among other products.
The E.Leclerc catalogue lists Trium vanilla and chocolate cones in a pack of six, with a net weight of 426 g.
This pack of six EXTRÊME cones is a handy size for sharing. If it’s important to you that a particular part of the recipe contains dark chocolate, check the ingredients on the packaging.
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If you’re planning a dessert to share, this box contains six cones and weighs 426 g in total.
If you’re specifically looking for dark chocolate, check the ingredients on the packaging, along with the allergens and storage instructions.
No. On its own, it doesn’t tell you what type of chocolate is used or which part of the recipe it refers to. The Cornetto and Magnum listings we checked at Carrefour and Auchan distinguish between ingredients such as reduced-fat cocoa, milk chocolate and dark chocolate chips. Check the description of each ingredient on the box.
Count the people you’re serving, then compare the number of cones and net weight of each box. The products listed by Carrefour, Auchan and E.Leclerc include packs of four and six. Remember to allow space for them in your freezer too.
Check the ingredients for the exact recipe rather than relying on the flavour name alone. The Cornetto and Magnum listings we checked include milk and wheat among the allergens, with other allergenic ingredients or possible traces depending on the product. Always check the packaging of the box you’ve chosen before sharing it.
Follow the temperature shown on the box and put the cones in the freezer as soon as you can. An Auchan listing for one Cornetto product specifies storage at −18 °C. Check the instructions for every other product you buy.