Who are these ice lollies for?

Fans of an intensely dark coating

You look first at the stated cocoa content of the coating, while accepting that the ice cream inside may not be dark chocolate.

Those who want dark chocolate in both parts

You check the description of the ice cream and the coating separately, rather than relying on how the ice lolly looks on the outside.

Groups mindful of allergens

Before sharing a box, check the ingredients and any ‘may contain’ statements to take everyone’s dietary needs into account.

What should you look for before buying?

For a film night, first distinguish the coating from the ice cream inside. Then check the ingredients and the size of the box you’re buying for the group.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Intensity of the coating The cocoa content, if stated, and how much of the ice lolly is made up by the coating. If I’m mainly looking for a coating with a pronounced dark chocolate flavour, its ingredients matter more to me than the ice cream inside; around 33% of consumers would prioritise this.
Dark chocolate in the ice cream and coating The description of each part and the proportions listed in the ingredients. A dark chocolate coating around milk chocolate ice cream won’t satisfy my craving for dark chocolate throughout. Nearly 27% of consumers would prioritise this profile.
Allergens and ingredients The ingredients list and allergen information on the pack you’re buying, including possible traces. When several people are sharing the box, I need to consider which ingredients each person can have; around 20% of consumers would put this check first.
Pack size and availability The number of ice lollies, the weight of the box and whether it’s available at your chosen shop. To serve everyone, I’m looking for a suitable pack that I can buy before the film. Around 20% of consumers would prioritise this need.

Common mix-ups to avoid

  • Assuming a dark coating means the whole ice lolly is dark chocolate

    According to the Auchan product listing, Magnum Intense Dark combines milk chocolate ice cream with a dark chocolate coating. By contrast, the E.Leclerc listing for TRIUM describes dark chocolate in both parts.

    If you want dark chocolate in the ice cream too, read its description separately from that of the coating.

  • Confusing a milk-and-dark chocolate mix with a dark chocolate-led recipe

    Carrefour lists 26.8% milk chocolate and 9.9% dark chocolate in the ingredients for Sensation Chocolat Lait et Noir.

    Compare the ingredients and their proportions if dark chocolate is your main priority.

  • Forgetting about allergens when sharing a box

    Ingredients and ‘may contain’ statements vary between products: Ferrero Rondnoir and Carrefour Sensation don’t have the same allergen information.

    Check the label on the pack you’re going to serve, rather than relying on the ingredients for a different pack size.

  • Comparing boxes without checking their size

    The E.Leclerc and Carrefour listings show the TRIUM and Carrefour Sensation boxes with four ice lollies each, but their stated weights differ: 308 g and 284 g.

    Check the number of portions and the weight of the box, then confirm it’s available at your shop.

Brands and ranges to know

Magnum

According to the Auchan listing, Intense Dark combines milk chocolate ice cream with a dark chocolate coating.

  • The coating makes up 30% of the ice lolly and is stated to contain 70% cocoa.
  • The ice cream inside is milk chocolate; the recipe contains milk and soya and may contain almonds.

TRIUM

The E.Leclerc listing for Chocolat Noir describes dark chocolate ice cream with a dark chocolate coating.

  • The stated proportions are 72.8% dark chocolate ice cream and 27.2% dark chocolate coating.
  • The recipe contains milk; check whether the box is available at your chosen store or for Click & Collect.

Ferrero Rondnoir

This ice lolly combines dark chocolate and cocoa pieces, and is sold in a box of four at Auchan.

  • The stated ingredients include 32.6% dark chocolate.
  • The recipe contains milk and soya; check the ‘may contain’ information on the box too.

Carrefour Sensation

Chocolat Lait et Noir combines milk and dark chocolate rather than focusing solely on dark chocolate.

  • Its ingredients list separately states 26.8% milk chocolate and 9.9% dark chocolate.
  • It contains peanuts, milk and soya, among other ingredients; check the packaging for other allergen information.

MUCCI

ALDI France offers MUCCI ice lollies with a double coating, including chocolate, caramel and raspberry flavours.

  • The range includes a pack of four ice lollies with a double coating.
  • To choose a dark chocolate recipe, check the description and ingredients on the relevant pack.

A Joybuy product for your film night

This box of four POPELINO Intense Dark ice lollies could be a good choice to share. If you’re looking for a specific cocoa content or dark chocolate in the ice cream, check the packaging.

Box of POPELINO Intense Dark ice lollies, four pieces, 312 g

POPELINO Intense Dark ice lollies x4, 312 g

A box of four ice lollies is a handy size to share during the film. If you’re choosing based on how much dark chocolate the recipe contains, or need to take allergies into account, read the ingredients on the pack before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a dark chocolate coating mean the whole ice lolly is dark chocolate?

No. The Auchan listing for Magnum Intense Dark states that it has a coating with 70% cocoa around milk chocolate ice cream. To find out what’s inside, read the description on the pack.

What should I choose if I want dark chocolate in the ice cream too?

The E.Leclerc listing for TRIUM describes dark chocolate ice cream, making up 72.8% of the ice lolly, with a 27.2% dark chocolate coating. Check the ingredients for the pack you buy and whether it’s available at your shop.

Which allergens should I check before sharing the box?

Check the ingredients and ‘may contain’ information on the exact pack. The Auchan and Carrefour listings state that Ferrero Rondnoir contains milk and soya, while Carrefour Sensation contains milk, soya and peanuts. Allergen information varies from one recipe to another.

How should I store the ice lollies until film night?

Follow the temperature and storage instructions on the box you buy. The Auchan listings for Magnum Intense Dark and Ferrero Rondnoir state that they should be stored at −18 °C; Carrefour advises against refreezing a defrosted product.

How can I compare the sugar and fat in two boxes?

Compare their nutrition information on the same basis, per 100 g or per 100 ml, depending on how it’s presented. The DGCCRF recommends presenting nutrition declarations this way; then compare the per-portion values too, if they’re shown on the packaging.