Who are these formats for?

People planning to serve several portions

If ice lollies are a regular treat in your household, check the net weight and the number of lollies. Before choosing a large multipack, make sure you have enough room in your freezer.

People who want a set portion in the evening

A mini lolly or a portion with its weight clearly stated makes it easier to choose an amount that suits your craving, rather than judging by the look of the pack alone.

People who pay close attention to ingredients

Check the ingredients list and allergen information for the exact product, as these can vary by flavour, coating or selection.

What should you look for?

First decide how many portions you’d like to keep in the freezer. Then check the size of each lolly and the ingredients in the product you’re interested in.

What to consider What to check Who is it for?
Pack contents Compare the net weight and number of lollies, making sure you distinguish mini formats from standard ones. If several people regularly reach into the freezer, I want to know how many portions are in the pack without running out of room to store it; around 42% of consumers put this need first.
Individual portion Check the weight or volume of each lolly and, if you’re looking at nutritional information, what it’s based on. For an occasional evening treat, I’d rather choose a lolly with a clearly stated size; around 33% of consumers prioritise a defined portion.
Recipe and label Read the ingredients, allergen information and any precautionary warnings on the exact pack. If certain ingredients aren’t suitable for my household, the recipe matters more than the format; for around 25% of consumers, suitability is the main consideration.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Comparing packs without checking what’s inside

    Two packs can contain different numbers of lollies and have different net weights. A mini lolly and a standard lolly aren’t necessarily the same size portion.

    Before choosing a format, check the number of lollies, the net weight and, where stated, the weight per lolly.

  • Assuming ‘mini’ tells you about the ingredients

    Size alone doesn’t tell you about the ingredients or nutritional values. Magnum states that a 50 g portion of Mini Double Chocolat contains 184 kcal and 8.5 g of saturated fat; these figures apply to this specific product.

    Check the nutritional information for the product you choose, and note whether the values are per portion or per 100 g.

  • Forgetting about coatings and possible traces

    Depending on the recipe, milk, soya or nuts may appear in the ingredients or precautionary allergen warnings. A selection pack may also contain lollies with different ingredients.

    If you have an allergy or avoid a particular ingredient, check the information on the packaging of each product.

  • Letting your ice lollies warm up after shopping

    The DGCCRF reminds shoppers that the cold chain also needs to be maintained when transporting food. The Ministry of Agriculture recommends not refreezing a product once it has thawed.

    Pick up frozen food last, carry it in an insulated bag and put it away promptly, following the storage instructions on the packaging.

Brands to know when comparing formats

Carrefour Classic'

Carrefour offers, among other products under this brand, a pack of 12 chocolate and vanilla lollies.

  • The number of lollies makes it easy to identify the pack size at a glance.
  • The recipe for these lollies shouldn’t be assumed to apply to other Carrefour Classic' products.

TRIUM

E.Leclerc offers, among other products, four TRIUM vanilla lollies coated in milk chocolate and almonds, with a net weight of 314 g.

  • A pack of four may suit you if you don’t want to keep a large multipack.
  • Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, particularly if almonds are a concern.

MUCCI

ALDI offers several frozen treats under the MUCCI brand, including a pack of 12 mini lollies weighing 429 g.

  • The mini format makes it easy to compare the number of lollies with the total net weight.
  • Check the exact product and format you choose: details for one MUCCI product don’t describe the whole range.

Magnum

The product information for Magnum Mini Double Chocolat describes six 60 ml portions, each weighing 50 g.

  • The information for this product includes nutritional values per portion and details of its allergens.
  • It lists milk among the ingredients and states that soya and almonds may be present; these warnings don’t apply to the entire Magnum range.

Ice lollies and other portions on Joybuy

This selection includes ice lollies, a sorbet lolly and water ice lollies. For an evening treat, first choose the category and pack size that suit you, then check the label of the product you’ve picked.

CAPRI-SUN Orange & Cherry Ice Pops, pack of 12

CAPRI-SUN Orange & Cherry Ice Pops x12, 444 g

Worth considering if you’d like to keep several individual ice lollies in the freezer. The 12 lollies weigh 444 g in total; check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging.

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POP FRUIT Sorbet Sticks 100% Coconut, pack of 4

POP FRUIT Sorbet Sticks 100% Coconut x4, 280 g

This sorbet lolly is a good option if you’d rather keep four portions than buy a large multipack. The pack weighs 280 g in total; check the label for ingredients and allergen information.

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Binggrae Melona Melon Ice Bar, eight 70 ml lollies

Binggrae Melona Melon Ice Bar, 8 × 70 ml

This format is a good choice if you want to know the volume of each lolly before deciding. The pack contains eight 70 ml lollies; check the ingredients for this product if certain ingredients matter to your household.

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PAW Patrol, six vanilla ice lollies with cocoa sauce

PAW Patrol Vanilla Ice Cream Sticks, cocoa sauce x6, 270 g

This pack contains six lollies made with vanilla ice cream and cocoa sauce. The total net weight is 270 g; if the size of each lolly matters, check the packaging.

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Maison de la Glace Water Ice Pops, selection of 12 lollies

Maison de la Glace Water Ice Pops, 5 flavours, 12 lollies, 1 200 g

This selection may suit you if you’re interested in a range of flavours and a pack of 12 water ice lollies. The total net weight is 1 200 g; check the packaging for details of each flavour.

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Frequently asked questions

A large multipack or a small pack: which should you choose for an evening ice lolly?

Choose based on how many portions you plan to keep and how much room you have in your freezer. Check the weight or volume of each lolly too: four standard lollies and 12 mini lollies may not satisfy the same craving.

Is a mini ice lolly always a lighter option nutritionally?

No: ‘mini’ describes the format, not the ingredients. Check the nutritional information for the product you choose and the quantity it refers to, whether that’s per portion or per 100 g.

Which allergens should you check on coated ice lollies?

Read the ingredients and precautionary allergen warnings for the exact product. The Carrefour Extra mini lolly selection described by Carrefour contains milk, soya and almonds, among other ingredients, and warns that it may contain traces of eggs and other nuts. Information may differ for other recipes.

How should you transport ice lollies after shopping?

Pick up frozen food last, carry it in an insulated bag and put it away straight away, following the instructions on the packaging. The DGCCRF reminds shoppers to maintain the cold chain during transport, and the Ministry of Agriculture advises against refreezing a product once it has thawed.