If you want to take just one fruit paste with you on holiday, first look for a product that clearly states how many individually wrapped portions it contains and how much each bar weighs. A pack that’s easy to carry may not meet the same need. Choose a ‘sports’ product for use during exercise, but don’t assume it offers a nutritional advantage for an everyday snack. In all cases, compare the sugars, ingredients, allergens and storage instructions for the exact product.
If you want to pop just one fruit paste in your bag, look for bars or sachets clearly labelled as individually wrapped. Carrefour and Auchan list Gayelord Hauser boxes containing 5 × 25 g bars. Auchan also lists Gerblé sachets in packs of 6 × 27 g.
If you plan to eat one on a hike, bike ride or during another activity, a product positioned as a ‘sports’ snack may suit your needs. You’ll still need to check the portion size and the ingredients in the recipe you’re considering.
If sugars or particular ingredients matter to you, compare the nutritional values per 100 g and the portion weight. Check the ingredients list for each product to identify any allergens relevant to you.
For a quick solo snack on holiday, first check that the portion is individually wrapped, then look at the label and intended use.
| What to consider | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Individual portions | The number of individually wrapped bars or sachets and the weight of each one, rather than just the total weight of the pack. | If I want to take just one treat with me without opening a whole selection, I need a portion that’s already separate. Around 37% of consumers prioritise having an individual portion. |
| Sugars, ingredients and allergens | The ‘of which sugars’ figure per 100 g, the portion weight and the ingredients list for the exact recipe. | If I’m comparing two recipes or need to avoid an ingredient, the words ‘with fruit’ aren’t enough to help me choose. Around 36% of consumers say the ingredients list is their top priority. |
| Use during exercise | The directions for using the ‘sports’ product, along with its carbohydrates, sugars and allergens. | On a hike or bike ride, I look for a snack that suits when I plan to eat it. Around 27% of consumers prioritise having something to eat during exercise. |
The French Ministry of the Economy explains that displaying the Nutri-Score is optional in France. Its absence alone doesn’t tell you anything about the nutritional values of a pre-packed fruit paste.
If it is displayed, read it alongside the nutrition declaration. In particular, compare sugars per 100 g and the weight of the bar.
A pack may fit easily into a bag without containing individually wrapped portions. If you only want one snack, that difference affects what you’ll need to open and carry afterwards.
Look for clear information on individual wrapping, the number of portions and the weight of each one.
These terms don’t replace the ‘of which sugars’ figure. For example, the Gerblé Sport fruit paste product lists 66 g of sugars per 100 g, while the Monoprix product listing for Père Louis organic bars gives 71 g per 100 g.
Compare products on the same per-100 g basis, then take into account the weight of the portion you’re bringing with you.
The Gerblé fruit paste product listing mentions wheat starch and the presence of gluten. The ‘sports’ positioning doesn’t tell you whether the product is free from allergens.
Before you set off, check the ingredients list and allergen information on the packaging of the recipe you’ve chosen.
These products illustrate a range of formats. Check the packaging and ingredients for each specific product.
Individually wrapped bars, ideal if you want to take a single portion with you.
A range of Sport fruit pastes to consider if you plan to eat one during exercise.
Fruit pastes designed for physical activity, distinct from a bar chosen simply as a treat.
An option if you’re looking for organic bars sold in a pack of six.
A pack of traditional fruit pastes to consider if a variety of flavours matters more to you than having bars already wrapped separately.
This selection features a box of six Andros Sport fruit pastes to consider if you’re planning a snack during an activity. If you simply want a solo treat, also compare its packaging and label with those of a standard individually wrapped bar.
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Worth considering for an active day out if you want to take a portion with you. Before setting off, check the packaging to confirm that the portions are individually wrapped, and read the storage instructions. If wheat or gluten is a concern, check the ingredients list for this product too.
No. The French Ministry of the Economy explains that the Nutri-Score is optional in France. To compare pre-packed fruit pastes, read their nutrition declarations, especially the sugars per 100 g, then check the portion weight.
Read the ingredients list for the exact product. The French Ministry of the Economy says allergens in pre-packed foods must be mentioned and highlighted in the list. For example, the Gerblé fruit paste product listing mentions wheat and gluten.
You can compare it with a standard bar, but don’t assume it offers a nutritional advantage just because it says ‘sport’. Gerblé presents its fruit paste as a snack to eat during exercise. For an everyday snack, focus on the portion size, sugars and ingredients of the products you’re considering.
Check the date shown, the condition of the packaging and the storage instructions for the specific product. For a summer trip, store it in a way that follows those instructions rather than assuming individual wrapping will protect it in all hot conditions.