Who are these formats for?

Households planning several servings

You’re dividing the pots between several people, so you’ll want to consider how many there are, the weight of each one and the total quantity in the pack.

People taking a chilled lunchbox

You’re looking for an individual pot that’s easy to take with you, along with a way to keep it chilled until you’re ready to eat it.

Shoppers who pay attention to ingredients

You compare plain and flavoured options by checking their ingredients, allergens and nutritional values per 100 g.

What should you check when ordering your supermarket shop?

First, choose between individual pots and a larger format based on how you’ll serve the product. Then check the specific recipe and its storage requirements.

Plain multipack

Choose this if: you want ready-portioned servings and can keep them chilled.

Worth noting: the formats listed by Carrefour, Auchan, E.Leclerc and Danone include pots of 110 g, 125 g or 150 g, so the number of pots alone won’t tell you the total quantity.

Flavoured multipack

Choose this if: you’re after a particular flavour and can check the product details for that recipe.

Worth noting: the ingredients and sugars may differ from those in a plain version, so compare the labels for each product.

Large tub

Choose this if: you plan to serve several people at home or use the product in a recipe.

Worth noting: you’ll need to portion it yourself and follow the pack’s storage instructions after opening.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Quantity and portions Compare the number of pots, the weight of each one and the total net weight. If I’m sharing a pack around the household, I want to know how many servings of the right size it contains. Around 38% of shoppers would put this question of quantity first.
Portions to take with you Check the pot size and plan how to transport and store it chilled. Anses advises limiting the time refrigerated food is in transit and using an insulated bag. If I’m taking a pot in my lunchbox, I need an individual portion that I can keep chilled until lunchtime. This would be the main consideration for around 31% of shoppers.
Recipe and label Read the product description, ingredients and allergen information, then compare sugars and fat per 100 g. Whether I’m choosing plain or flavoured, I want to know what’s in the product I’m ordering rather than relying on the photo alone. This would be a priority for around 31% of shoppers.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Looking only at the number of pots

    Four 110 g pots and four 150 g pots don’t contain the same quantity, even though they’re divided into the same number of servings.

    Check the weight of each pot and the total net weight before adding the pack to your basket.

  • Assuming an individual pot can be left in a regular lunchbox

    A smaller format doesn’t change the storage requirements of a chilled product.

    Keep it chilled during transport and follow the temperature instructions on the packaging. Anses recommends limiting transport time and using an insulated bag.

    If the pot will be out of the fridge before you eat it, you’ll also need a suitable way to keep it chilled.

  • Assuming plain and flavoured recipes are the same

    Ingredients vary from one product to another. The E.Leclerc listing for DELISSE vanilla 8 x 125 g, for example, includes sugar in the ingredients.

    Compare the ingredients list and nutritional information per 100 g for the specific flavour with those of the plain product you’re considering.

  • Ordering without checking the details for your chosen store

    Auchan notes that the composition of a product may vary depending on the store and the date of purchase.

    Check your local product listing before confirming your order. When you collect it, read the label and use-by date on the product you receive, especially if it’s a substitute.

Brands and ranges to explore

Danone

Danone’s Greek-style range includes individual formats, including plain 4 x 110 g and 8 x 110 g options listed by Carrefour and Auchan.

  • Danone describes this range as dairy specialities inspired by traditional Greek yoghurt, so check the product description for the one you choose.
  • The plain 8 x 110 g option listed by Auchan states that it should be stored between +1 °C and +6 °C maximum. Check the packaging of your product.

Carrefour

Carrefour Extra offers a plain 4 x 150 g option.

  • The product listing details ingredients including whole milk, cream, skimmed milk powder and lactic cultures.
  • When placing an online grocery order, check that the listing shown matches the product you receive.

Auchan

Auchan offers plain Greek-style yoghurt in a 4 x 150 g pack.

  • The listing states that it should be stored between 0 °C and +6 °C and includes nutritional values per 100 g.
  • Auchan notes that the composition may vary depending on your chosen store and the date of purchase, so check the label on the product you receive too.

E.Leclerc / DELISSE

The E.Leclerc catalogue lists plain DELISSE options in 4 x 150 g and 8 x 125 g packs, as well as a vanilla option in an 8 x 125 g pack.

  • These pack sizes give you a choice of different portion weights.
  • The vanilla recipe isn’t the same as the plain one, so check its ingredients and nutritional values.

Lidl / Eridanous

Lidl offers an Eridanous Greek-style dairy speciality in a multipack, designed for use in both savoury and sweet dishes.

  • This could suit shoppers looking for a product to use in cooking.
  • Before comparing it with a multipack, check the product listing for the number of pots, their weight and the ingredients.

Yoplait

Yoplait offers a range of dairy products, including yoghurt and Skyr.

  • If you’re browsing this brand when ordering your supermarket shop, the product description will tell you which category each item belongs to.
  • Don’t assume that Skyr or a dairy dessert is the same as Greek-style yoghurt without checking the details for the specific product.

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Frequently asked questions

Is an individual pot of Greek-style yoghurt suitable for a lunchbox?

Yes, if you want a separate portion and can keep it chilled until lunchtime. Anses advises using an insulated bag and limiting transport time for refrigerated food. You should also follow the temperature instructions on the pot you choose.

How do I compare two multipacks of different sizes?

Compare the total net weight and the weight of each pot: the two figures help you assess different needs. To compare ingredients, the nutritional information per 100 g gives you a common basis, as explained by the Directorate-General for Competition Policy, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control.

Does “Greek-style” always mean traditional Greek yoghurt?

No. Danone describes its Greek-style range as dairy specialities inspired by Greek yoghurt. Check the product description and ingredients for the specific item rather than relying on its marketing name alone.

What should I check on the label if I need to avoid an allergen?

Read the ingredients list for the specific product and look out for highlighted allergens. The Directorate-General for Competition Policy, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control reminds shoppers to check this labelling. The plain Carrefour and Danone products mentioned here contain milk.

Can you eat yoghurt after its use-by date?

No. For a product with a use-by date, the Ministry of Agriculture says it should not be eaten after the date shown next to “use by”. Check the date on the pot you receive and don’t confuse it with a best-before date, which is worded “best before”.