A stay with access to a freezer
You’d like to save some ice lollies for one or more breakfasts. Check that the hotel can actually provide access to a freezer: you’ll also need to keep any remaining lollies frozen once you’ve opened the box.
Who is this choice for?
For a little sweet treat
You’re looking for an ice cream to enjoy alongside breakfast rather than a large lolly. Mini-lolly assortments let you choose a smaller portion, but they’re sold in multipacks.
If you need to be careful about allergens
Check the ingredients for each product before buying. Some of the products featured by Carrefour and Auchan contain milk, soya or almonds. You can’t tell what’s in a product just from its flavour or the size of the lolly.
What should you check before buying?
If you’re planning to eat your ice cream later during your hotel stay, first make sure you can access a freezer. Then compare the portion size, ingredients and flavour of the product you’re thinking of buying.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | Check that you can access a freezer to keep the box and any remaining lollies frozen. Carrefour says the product featured should be stored at −18 °C and advises against refreezing it once thawed. | I want to save some ice creams for the next few mornings without letting the rest of the box thaw; around 36% of consumers would make storage their top priority. |
| Portion size | Check the amount per lolly and the number of items in the box, rather than looking only at the total weight. Carrefour features 32 g Carrefour Extra mini lollies and standard-size 75 g lollies. | If the ice cream is an addition to my breakfast, I’d prefer a smaller portion to a standard-size lolly; portion size would be the top consideration for around 29% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list and any “may contain” information on the exact box you’re buying. This applies to every flavour in an assortment and to fruit-flavoured lollies too. | I need to know whether a recipe contains an ingredient I avoid before choosing a flavour; around 21% of consumers would put this check first. |
| Flavour and nutritional information | Choose the flavour you fancy and, if nutritional values matter to you, compare products with clearly stated portion sizes. Don’t assume you know what’s in a product from its name alone. | I’m mainly in the mood for a fruity or chocolate flavour, and I check the information per portion before deciding; this would be the top priority for around 14% of consumers. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Buying a box without a way to keep it frozen at the hotel
If you’re buying a box for several breakfasts, you’ll need to keep the remaining lollies frozen. Carrefour advises against refreezing the product once it has thawed.
Before buying a box, ask the hotel whether you’ll have access to a freezer. If not, choose a different breakfast treat.
Lollies left to thaw can’t be saved for the following mornings.
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Assuming a mini lolly is suitable for all allergies
The Carrefour Extra mini lollies featured by Carrefour contain milk. The assortment also contains soya and almonds, and the packaging warns that other allergens may be present in traces.
Check the ingredients and allergen information for every variety in the box, even if you’re only planning to have one small portion.
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Assuming a fruit flavour means a product is dairy-free
The Solero Fruits Exotiques lolly featured by Carrefour contains milk, lactose and milk proteins, despite its fruity flavour.
Check the flavour, nutritional information per portion and ingredients list of the product you choose separately.
Ice cream brands to consider
Magnum
Vanilla and chocolate ice lollies available in standard and mini sizes, depending on the product.
- Carrefour features a box of 4 Magnum Amande lollies, each 100 mL.
- This product contains milk and almonds and may contain other nuts. Check the information on the box you buy.
Carrefour Extra
Two lolly sizes let you choose between a small treat and a standard-size portion.
- Carrefour features an assortment of 8 mini lollies, each weighing 32 g, as well as a box of 4 vanilla and chocolate lollies, each weighing 75 g.
- The products featured contain milk. The assortment also contains soya and almonds, and other traces may be present according to the product information.
Auchan
An assortment of mini lollies for anyone who’d like to try different chocolate coatings.
- Auchan features a box of 8 mini lollies weighing 258 g in total, with several different recipes.
- The varieties featured contain milk. The almond variety contains roasted almonds, and the soya information varies depending on the recipe.
Solero
A fruity flavour to consider if you prefer it to vanilla and chocolate recipes.
- Carrefour features a box of 4 Solero Fruits Exotiques lollies, each 90 mL, with 98 kcal listed per lolly.
- This product contains milk, lactose and milk proteins. Its fruity flavour doesn’t mean it’s dairy-free.
Individual ice creams and ice lollies on Joybuy
These boxes include individual ice lollies, mini lollies and ice pops. They’re suitable if you’re planning to enjoy them later during your stay only if you have a way to keep the remaining portions frozen. Then choose the size that suits what you fancy.
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Binggrae Melona Melon, 8 lollies of 70 mL
A melon-flavoured lolly per portion, if you can keep the rest of the box frozen during your stay.
If you have dietary requirements, check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging.
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Binggrae Melona Coconut, 8 lollies of 70 mL
An individual coconut-flavoured portion to consider if you can keep the remaining lollies frozen.
If you need to avoid certain ingredients, check the ingredients list and allergen information on the packaging before buying.
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Magnum Mini Classic, Almond & White Chocolate, 6 pieces, 254 g
An assortment of mini lollies if you’re looking for a small individual treat and can keep the rest of the box frozen.
The 254 g refers to the whole box. Check the packaging for the portion size of each variety and its allergen information.
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CAPRI-SUN Orange & Cherry Ice Pops, 12 pieces, 444 g
Orange- and cherry-flavoured ice pops to consider if you’d prefer this format to a standard ice lolly.
The box contains several portions, so make sure you can keep the remaining pops frozen and check the allergen information on the packaging.
Frequently asked questions
Can I keep ice lollies in my hotel room for breakfast?
Yes, provided you have access to a freezer to keep them frozen until you’re ready to eat them. Carrefour says the product featured should be stored at −18 °C and advises against refreezing it once thawed. Check what the hotel can offer before buying a box.
Is a fruit-flavoured lolly always dairy-free?
No. The Solero Fruits Exotiques product featured by Carrefour contains milk, lactose and milk proteins, among other ingredients. Read the ingredients list for the specific flavour you’re buying.
What should I check for allergies in a vanilla and chocolate lolly assortment?
Check the ingredients and trace allergen information for every recipe in the box. Some of the products featured by Carrefour and Auchan contain milk, almonds or soya, and the information may differ from one variety to another.
Should I take an ice lolly out of the freezer before eating it?
For Magnum Amande, the brand recommends taking the lolly out a few minutes before eating. Follow the instructions for the product you’ve bought, without letting the other portions in the box thaw.