Households sharing several portions
You want a pack with enough ice lollies for several people, while keeping an eye on the size of each portion.
Who are these pack sizes for?
People planning a click-and-collect shop
You need to choose from the products available at your store and check that your chosen one is still in your basket for your collection slot.
People who check what’s in their food
You’re looking for a particular recipe or flavour, so you need to check the ingredients, allergens and ‘may contain’ information for the product in question.
What should you check before choosing?
When ordering ice lollies for click and collect, first work out how many portions you need, then check each product’s availability for collection and its ingredients.
| Criteria | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Portions to share | Number of ice lollies and total weight or volume; whether you have room in the freezer for the pack you choose. | If I’m serving dessert to several people, I want enough ice lollies in a pack I can store. Around 42% of consumers would prioritise a pack for sharing. |
| Click-and-collect collection | Whether the product is available at the selected store and collection slot; what’s in your basket before you place your order. | To avoid changing my order at the last minute, I prefer to choose from the products available for my collection slot. Availability would be the top priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Recipe and allergens | Ingredients list, declared allergens and ‘may contain’ information for the exact product. | If a recipe needs to suit my preferences or dietary restrictions, its name alone isn’t enough to help me decide. Around 25% of consumers would put ingredients first. |
What mistakes should you avoid with click and collect?
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Comparing packs without checking the number of portions
Packs can contain different numbers of ice lollies and vary in total weight or volume.
Check the number of lollies and the total quantity, then make sure the recipes you’re comparing meet the same need.
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Assuming a product in the catalogue will be available for collection
The products on offer depend on the store and collection slot. ALDI, for example, flags some product listings as unavailable.
Select your collection point and check what’s in your basket before placing your order.
A last-minute change of product could mean rethinking your planned portions or flavours.
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Assuming what allergens a flavour contains from its name or the word ‘plant-based’
Ingredients and ‘may contain’ information vary by product. Magnum, for example, says Vegan Almond contains almonds and may contain traces of milk, soya and other nuts.
If you have an allergy or need to avoid an ingredient strictly, check the information for the exact product and the packaging you receive.
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Leaving frozen food out after collection
The DGCCRF reminds consumers that they play a part in maintaining the cold chain after purchase.
Plan your journey home and put the products in the freezer as soon as possible, following the storage instructions on the packaging.
A rise in temperature can affect the product and shorten its storage life.
Brands and retailers to know
Carrefour Classic'
The range includes a 450 g box of 12 chocolate and vanilla ice lollies, listed by Carrefour.
- A pack size worth considering if you’re planning several portions.
- For this product, Carrefour lists milk and possible traces of gluten, peanuts, nuts, soya and eggs.
Carrefour Sensation
This Carrefour range includes ice lollies and bars in a variety of recipes, including caramel, pecan, pistachio and chocolate.
- Packs of four or six let you choose a size to suit the number of portions you need.
- Check the ingredients and allergens for each recipe, especially if it contains added pieces.
Magnum
Magnum’s range includes an assortment of six mini ice lollies in Classic, Almond and White Chocolate flavours, as well as a Vegan Almond product.
- The mini assortment brings three recipes together in one box.
- Magnum says Vegan Almond contains almonds and may contain traces of milk, soya and other nuts.
MUCCI
ALDI’s ice cream brand includes mini ice lollies and lollies with a double coating.
- Boxes of 12 mini ice lollies and four double-coated lollies cater for different serving needs.
- A product listed on ALDI’s website may be marked as unavailable, so check the one you’re interested in at your store.
Auchan
Auchan’s click-and-collect and delivery category includes ice lollies, mini ice lollies and ice cream bars.
- A choice of pack types makes it easier to look for a size that suits your guests.
- Select your store to see which products are available to order.
E.Leclerc DRIVE
E.Leclerc DRIVE offers online shopping, with collection or delivery options depending on your location.
- Choose a store to prepare an order for your preferred collection location.
- Check which ice lollies are available after selecting your store and collection slot.
Lidl
Lidl features an ice cream category in its frozen food section.
- This category is a good place to start browsing the ice creams available from the retailer.
- Check the exact product and how to buy it before adding it to your shop.
Ice lollies and sorbets on Joybuy
Whether you’re looking for a dessert to share or a particular recipe, these Joybuy products come in packs of four, eight or 12. If you’re also planning to collect your shopping, check the purchase options for each product.
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CAPRI-SUN Orange & Cherry Ice Pops, 12 pieces, 444 g
A pack to consider if you’re planning 12 individual portions. Check the ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ information if allergens are important to your choice.
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MAGNUM Classic, 8 ice lollies, 600 g
A pack of eight ice lollies could be a good choice if you want to serve several portions of the same recipe. If you need to avoid milk or nuts, check the label on the product you receive.
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POP FRUIT Sorbet Sticks 100% Coconut, 4 pieces, 280 g
Four portions for anyone looking for this coconut recipe. If possible allergens could affect your choice, check the information on the packaging you receive.
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Binggrae Melona Melon Ice Bar, 8 × 70 ml
Eight melon-flavoured ice lollies, with a total volume of 560 ml. If the ingredients matter to the people who’ll be eating them, check the ingredients list and any warnings on the packaging.
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Maison de la Glace Water Ice Pops, 5 flavours, 12 pieces, 1 200 g
Twelve ice lollies in five flavours give everyone a choice when it’s time to serve. If allergies are a concern, check the label on the product you receive before eating.
Frequently asked questions
How do I compare two boxes of ice lollies?
Compare the number of ice lollies and the total weight or volume if both recipes serve the same purpose. Also consider whether the portion size and assortment will suit the people eating them.
Is a plant-based recipe automatically suitable for someone with an allergy?
No. A plant-based recipe may still contain allergens or carry a ‘may contain’ warning. Magnum, for example, says Vegan Almond contains almonds and may contain traces of milk, soya and other nuts. Check the information for the exact product and the packaging you receive.
How should I store ice lollies after click-and-collect collection?
Put them in the freezer as soon as possible and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. The DGCCRF reminds consumers that they must maintain the cold chain after the products have been handed over.
Will a product listed in the catalogue be available at my collection store?
Not necessarily. Check the products on offer after selecting your store and collection slot. A product shown in a catalogue may be marked as unavailable.