People planning several coffee breaks
If you regularly enjoy an ice lolly with your coffee, check how many are in the box and the portion size of each one.
Who are these formats for?
People who prefer a smaller portion
A mini lolly can go nicely with a coffee without you having to open a tub of ice cream. Check its size: the number of lollies in the pack alone won’t tell you how big they are.
People who pay close attention to ingredients
If you have an allergy, check the recipe and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the specific product you’re buying. These can vary between flavours in the same range.
What should you look for?
When choosing an ice lolly to enjoy with your coffee, start with what matters most to you: planning several breaks, choosing the portion size, finding a particular recipe or checking the ingredients.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Number of portions | Count the lollies and check their individual size before choosing a multipack for several breaks. | If I often have an ice lolly with my coffee, I want to know how many breaks the box will cover. Around 36% of consumers would prioritise this. |
| Lolly size | Compare the weight or volume per lolly, where stated, particularly when choosing between a mini and a standard size. | For a short break, I prefer a small portion to a large lolly. This would be the priority for around 27% of consumers. |
| Recipe | Read the product name and ingredients to distinguish between chocolate, caramel, almonds and fruit flavours. | I mainly want a particular recipe to go with my coffee, even if sizes vary between products. Around 19% of consumers would put this first. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check the ingredients list, allergens and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the exact box you’re buying. | Before choosing a flavour, I need to check its ingredients because I have an allergy. This check would be a priority for around 18% of consumers. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Assuming every lolly in a multipack is the same size
A pack with lots of small lollies doesn’t necessarily provide the same number of breaks as a pack of standard-sized lollies. For example, Carrefour lists its 16-piece SIMPL multipack as 33.5 g per lolly.
Compare the number of lollies, then check the weight or volume of each one before choosing between two formats.
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Judging a lolly’s size by its recipe
Chocolate, caramel and almonds describe ingredients or a coating, not the portion size. The products mentioned by Carrefour, E.Leclerc and Magnum come in different pack sizes.
Choose the recipe you like, then check the format of the specific product.
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Relying on the allergen information for a different flavour
Allergen declarations vary by recipe, even when the packaging looks similar. Some chocolate products shown by Carrefour, for example, list milk or nuts.
Read the label on the box you buy, including any ‘may contain’ warnings if they’re relevant to you.
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Letting the lollies defrost on the way home
A break in the cold chain can make a product unsafe to eat, as the French Ministry for the Economy points out.
Use an insulated bag for the journey, follow the storage instructions on the packaging and don’t refreeze a defrosted product.
Brands to consider
Magnum
Chocolate and vanilla lollies, including the Mini Classic format.
- Magnum describes its Mini Classic as vanilla ice cream covered in milk chocolate, in a box of six 55 ml lollies.
- Depending on the recipe, check the box for information about milk, soya and nuts.
Carrefour
Several ranges of ice lollies, including SIMPL and Carrefour Extra, with different pack sizes and recipes.
- Carrefour lists 16 pieces of 33.5 g for its SIMPL vanilla and chocolate multipack.
- Carrefour Extra vanilla, chocolate and almond lollies contain milk chocolate and almonds; check the allergens for each recipe.
E.Leclerc / Marque Repère
The Trium and Smicy products let you explore different types of ice lolly.
- E.Leclerc offers Trium vanilla lollies coated in milk chocolate and almonds, in a pack of four.
- Check the recipe and size of the lollies before comparing this pack with an assortment of minis.
Auchan / Rebels
Rebels Classic lollies and an almond version, each with a different recipe.
- Auchan lists four pieces and a total weight of 260 g for Rebels Classic; its product page says to store at −18 °C.
- The almond version contains almonds, so check the allergen declaration on the specific box.
Lidl / Bon Gelati
Bon Gelati is a range of frozen desserts offered by Lidl.
- The range is worth exploring if you’re looking for a frozen dessert to enjoy with your coffee.
- Before comparing it with ice lollies, check the type of frozen dessert, the number of pieces and their size on the specific product.
ALDI / MUCCI
MUCCI includes mini lollies and lollies with a double coating.
- ALDI offers a pack of 12 mini lollies as well as a pack of four lollies with a double coating.
- These two pack formats don’t offer the same portion size for your break, so check the portions in the product you choose.
Ice lollies available on Joybuy
These products come as individual ice lollies in multipacks, with fruit or coconut flavours. If you’re planning to enjoy them with your coffee, compare the number of pieces and the quantity stated for each product.
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Binggrae Melona Melon Ice Bar, 8 × 70 ml
A melon-flavoured treat for an individual break. The pack contains eight 70 ml lollies; check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging.
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CAPRI-SUN Orange & Cherry Ice Pops, 12 pieces, 444 g
Mix things up with an orange and cherry multipack. Check the size of the lollies and the allergen information on the box before choosing this format.
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POP FRUIT Sorbet Sticks 100% Coconut, 4 pieces, 280 g
A coconut-flavoured sorbet on a stick for a change of pace. The pack contains four pieces; check the packaging for ingredients and any potential allergen traces.
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Binggrae Melona Coconut Ice Cream Bar, 8 × 70 ml
Enjoy several breaks with a coconut-flavoured lolly. Each one is listed as 70 ml; read the ingredients and allergen information on the box, especially if you need to avoid a particular ingredient.
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Maison de la Glace Water Ice Pops, 5 flavours, 12 pieces, 1 200 g
A selection of water ice lollies if you fancy trying several flavours. Check the portion size of each lolly and the allergen declaration on the packaging before choosing this multipack.
Frequently asked questions
How do you compare two multipacks of ice lollies for an individual break?
Check the number of lollies and the quantity per piece, not just the size of the box. Carrefour, for example, lists 16 lollies of 33.5 g in its SIMPL multipack. Bear this portion size in mind when comparing it with a mini or a standard-sized lolly.
Are the allergens the same in all chocolate ice lollies?
No, they depend on the exact recipe. Some products shown by Carrefour contain milk or almonds, while others may carry warnings about possible traces. Read the label on the box you’re buying.
How should you transport and store ice lollies after shopping?
Keep them out of the freezer for as little time as possible and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. Auchan lists −18 °C for its Rebels Classic lolly; don’t refreeze a defrosted product.
Is the Nutri-Score enough to choose between two ice lollies?
No. It doesn’t replace checking the ingredients, allergens, nutritional information and quantity stated on the box. For a coffee break, also check the portion size of each lolly.