Who are these formats for?

Parents who want to customise each bowl

You’d rather serve plain yoghurt on its own or with fruit to suit each child’s taste than give everyone the same recipe that’s already sweetened.

Families who regularly use a large tub

If several people eat yoghurt at breakfast, as a dessert or in recipes, a 1 kg tub could be a good choice, provided you can store it properly and finish it after opening.

Households that prefer individual portions

For snacks and meals eaten at different times, packs of 8 × 125 g let you take a pot without opening a larger container. They also mean more packaging.

What should you look for?

First decide between plain yoghurt, which you can add toppings to when serving, and a recipe that’s already sweetened. Then check which format suits your household’s usual consumption habits.

What to consider What to check Who is it for?
Versatile plain yoghurt Read the ingredients for the exact product and distinguish it from sweetened or flavoured versions. If the children don’t all like the same toppings, I want to be able to prepare each bowl separately. Around 36% of consumers put this flexibility first.
Large format Compare the pack size, use-by date and instructions for storage after opening. When several people eat yoghurt regularly, I can use a large tub without leaving it open for too long. This is a priority for around 29% of consumers.
Individual portions Check the number of pots, their weight and the recommended storage temperature. For snacks or meals at different times, I prefer to take one pot at a time, even if that means more packaging. Around 21% of consumers prefer this approach.
Recipe that’s already sweetened Check whether the label says “plain” or “sweetened plain”, then compare the ingredients and sugar per 100 g. If I want a recipe that’s ready to serve without adding a topping, I should choose a sweetened product based on what it contains, not just because it promises a mild taste. Around 14% of consumers prioritise this option.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Assuming “Greek-style” means traditional Greek yoghurt

    The wording alone doesn’t establish exactly what the product is. Danone describes its “Greek-style” range as dairy specialities inspired by Greek yoghurt.

    To compare two products, read their product descriptions, ingredients and nutritional information.

  • Choosing a sweetened recipe just because you want a mild taste

    “Mild” doesn’t tell you how much sugar a product contains or what’s in the recipe. Plain yoghurt lets you choose a topping when serving, but that doesn’t guarantee every child will like its taste.

    Compare the plain and already-sweetened versions separately, using their ingredients and the sugar listed per 100 g.

  • Buying a large tub without considering when you’ll eat it

    A 1 kg tub is less suited to snacks on the go or irregular consumption if it’s likely to stay open for a long time.

    Choose a pack size that reflects what your household will actually use, and follow the storage instructions after opening.

  • Forgetting about allergens and storage on a big food shop

    Milk-based recipes aren’t suitable for anyone with a milk allergy. Chilled products also need to be kept in the conditions shown on their packaging.

    Check the allergens for each product, and plan how you’ll transport and store chilled items.

Brands and ranges to know

These products illustrate differences in recipe and format. Always compare the information for the specific product you’re thinking of buying.

Danone

The “Greek-style” range includes a plain option and flavoured recipes, which should be considered separately.

  • Danone presents these products as dairy specialities inspired by Greek yoghurt.
  • According to the Auchan product page for the plain variety reviewed, it contains 7 g of fat and 4.1 g of sugar per 100 g. These figures don’t apply to the other recipes in the range.

Carrefour Extra

Plain varieties are available in 4 × 150 g packs and 1 kg tubs, so you can choose between individual servings and a larger container.

  • The Carrefour product page for the 1 kg tub lists whole milk, cream, milk proteins and cultures, among other ingredients.
  • The recipe contains dairy ingredients, so check the allergen declaration on the tub you buy.

Délisse / Marque Repère

E.Leclerc lists several plain Greek-style yoghurt formats, as well as a separate “sweetened plain” variety.

  • The listed formats include 4 × 150 g, 8 × 125 g and a 1 kg tub.
  • The E.Leclerc product page for the 1 kg tub says this product isn’t sold on its website. Check with the store concerned for the product you’re looking for.

Auchan

The retailer lists a plain 8 × 125 g pack and a discount 4 × 125 g option, among other products.

  • The Auchan product page for the plain 8 × 125 g pack lists 10% fat and 2.8 g of sugar per 100 g.
  • Check the ingredients and storage instructions on the exact pack you’re buying: information for one format may not apply to another.

Eridanous / Lidl

Lidl presents its Greek-style product as suitable for eating plain or using in sweet and savoury recipes.

  • This versatility may appeal to households that use the same product for dessert and cooking.
  • To compare it with a specific plain recipe, read the ingredients and nutritional information on the tub you choose.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a “Greek-style” product always Greek yoghurt made in Greece?

No. The words “Greek-style” alone don’t tell you where a product was made or exactly what it is. Danone, for example, describes its “Greek-style” range as dairy specialities inspired by Greek yoghurt. Check the product description and origin details on the product you choose.

What should you look for on the label when comparing two recipes?

Start with the product description and ingredients, then compare the sugar and fat per 100 g for the exact products. Also check the allergens, pack size and use-by date before choosing a family-sized format.

How do you choose between a 1 kg tub and individual portions?

A 1 kg tub is a good choice if your household can use it regularly after opening and store it as instructed. If meals are eaten at different times or you need snacks to take with you, individual pots may be more practical, though they mean more packaging.