Fans of layered recipes
You’re looking for a particular combination of ice cream, chocolate, caramel or crunchy pieces. In that case, the recipe matters more than the range name alone.
Who are these ice cream lollies for?
Those who prefer a mini lolly
You’d like a smaller portion for an evening treat, or a few mini lollies to share. However, the mini size doesn’t tell you anything about the ingredients or nutritional values.
Shoppers who check the ingredients
You need to check the exact product, especially if you avoid milk, soya, wheat or certain nuts. Two flavours from the same brand may have different ingredients.
What should you look for?
To choose between these lollies, start with the recipe or size you want, then check the box and its ingredients before buying. The percentages below refer to consumers who would put each factor first, rather than how common each preference is across the whole population.
| Factor | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Recipe and textures | Check the ice cream flavour, type of coating, sauce and inclusions for the exact product. | If I’m mainly looking for chocolate, caramel or crunchy pieces, I want to choose that combination rather than rely on a range name. Around 33% of consumers might put the recipe first. |
| Lolly size | Check the number of lollies and the weight or volume per lolly, if given. | For a quick evening treat, I’d prefer a smaller portion; around 25% of consumers might prioritise size. |
| Box contents | Check the number of lollies, the total weight and how much freezer space you have. | If I want the box to last for several occasions, I need a number of lollies that suits how much I’ll eat and the space in my freezer. Box contents might be the top factor for around 25% of consumers. |
| Ingredients to avoid | Read the ingredients list and allergen information on the box you buy, rather than relying on another variety. | If I need to avoid an ingredient, I check the recipe before choosing a flavour. Around 17% of consumers might make ingredient suitability their top priority. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Assuming “luxury” means something specific
Lollies described as “deluxe” or “signature” don’t all have the same recipe. Magnum, for example, presents Signature as a collection within its brand; the name alone doesn’t describe the ingredients in a box.
Choose based on the flavour, coating, inclusions and size listed for the exact product.
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Guessing allergens from the flavour alone
Carrefour France product listings show that lollies can contain milk, soya or different nuts. Another recipe in the same range won’t tell you what’s in the one you’re buying.
If you have an allergy or avoid certain ingredients, check the information on the box you receive.
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Letting your lollies warm up after shopping
Keeping food at a low temperature slows the growth of micro-organisms, as the Anses reminds us. So it’s worth planning how you’ll transport these frozen products.
Pick up your lollies at the end of your shop, keep the journey short and put them back in the freezer promptly. An insulated bag can help during the journey.
Ranges to know
These brands offer a useful starting point for comparing recipes and sizes, but the right choice always depends on the exact product.
Magnum
The range includes Classic and Almond lollies, as well as mini sizes. “Signature” is the name of a collection presented by Magnum.
- Mini Classic x6 is a good option if the size of each lolly is your top priority.
- Ingredients vary by product; the Magnum Almond listing from Carrefour France, for example, mentions almonds.
Carrefour Sensation
This Carrefour range includes lollies combining chocolate, caramel and nuts.
- The Double Caramel Salted Butter Chocolate and chocolate, vanilla, caramel and pecan varieties let you choose between distinct recipes.
- The Double Caramel listing mentions milk and soya lecithin, while the pecan variety lists pecans.
NUII
The products listed by Carrefour France and Auchan France include combinations of cream and chocolate, with inclusions such as pistachio or Brazil nuts.
- The flavours and inclusions named on the product listings can help you find the recipe you’re after.
- Check the ingredients and allergens for each variety, particularly if you avoid nuts.
Ice cream lollies available on Joybuy
This selection includes a mini size and several boxes of lollies in caramel, chocolate or hazelnut flavours. To choose between them, compare the size and number of lollies, then check the ingredients on the box.
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Magnum Mini Deluxe Caramel, x6, 330 g
Worth considering if you’d prefer a mini lolly to a standard size. The box contains six lollies and has a stated total weight of 330 g; check the ingredients for this variety before buying.
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Magnum Double Gold Caramel, 284 g
Worth comparing if you’re looking for a caramel Magnum rather than a mini size. The stated weight is 284 g; check the box for the number of lollies and the ingredients.
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Magnum Deluxe Caramel, x4, 284 g
Consider this if you’d like a box of four caramel lollies. The stated total weight is 284 g; this product isn’t described as a mini size.
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Magnum White Chocolate & Cookies, x3, 270 g
Worth comparing if you like the combination of white chocolate and biscuits and are looking for a box of three. The stated total weight is 270 g; check the ingredients of the variety you buy.
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Côte D'or Vanilla, Milk Chocolate and Hazelnut, x4, 260 g
Take a look if you prefer vanilla, milk chocolate and hazelnut to caramel. The box is listed as containing four lollies, weighing 260 g in total; check the label if you need to avoid certain ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
What should I look for in a name like “luxury” or “deluxe”?
Check the recipe for the exact product: the ice cream flavour, coating, sauce and inclusions. These names don’t replace the ingredients list and aren’t enough on their own to compare two lollies.
Is a mini lolly always better for an evening treat?
It’s a good choice if you’re mainly looking for a smaller portion. However, the mini size doesn’t tell you anything about allergens or nutritional values, so you should still check the box label.
Can I rely on the ingredients of another flavour from the same brand?
No. Check the ingredients for the product you’re buying. The Carrefour France listings mentioned for Magnum, Carrefour Sensation and NUII show, for example, that nuts and other listed ingredients vary between recipes.
How should I bring ice cream lollies home after shopping?
Pick them up at the end of your shop and put them back in the freezer promptly, keeping the journey as short as possible. An insulated bag can help keep them cold on the way home.