For a jumble sale, choose a pack based on the number of individual portions you need to hand out. Packs of 12 or 20 ice lollies are better suited to larger groups than boxes of 6 or 8. Whichever size you choose, take an insulated cool bag, keep the journey short and make sure you can get the lollies into a freezer quickly. Check the ingredients and allergens on the exact pack before sharing.
You want to give everyone an individual portion rather than serving ice cream from a tub. Compare the number of ice lollies with the number of people you expect: Carrefour France, for example, offers a Carrefour Extra selection of 8, while ALDI France has a pack of 12 MUCCI ice lollies.
You want to choose a pack that suits your group without confusing the number of pieces with the total amount of ice cream. The packs listed by ALDI France and E.Leclerc show both the number of ice lollies and the net weight.
If you won’t be near a freezer at the jumble sale, plan how you’ll transport the lollies before choosing a pack. The DGCCRF recommends using an insulated cool bag and keeping the journey time for frozen products as short as possible.
When sharing treats at a jumble sale, start by working out how many people you need to serve, then make sure you can transport and store the lollies at the right temperature. You can then compare the portion sizes and recipes to decide between packs.
| What to consider | What to check | What matters to shoppers |
|---|---|---|
| Number of portions | Count the ice lollies and compare the total with the number of people you need to serve. E.Leclerc offers a Smicy selection of 20 sticks, ALDI France has a pack of 12 MUCCI lollies, and Carrefour France offers a Carrefour Extra selection of 8. | If I’m giving one ice lolly to each person, I want to make sure there are enough to go round; around 36% of shoppers prioritise the number of pieces. |
| Keeping them frozen | Take an insulated cool bag, keep the journey short and make sure you know where to put the pack in the freezer. Check the storage instructions on the packaging; the DGCCRF recommends keeping transport time to a minimum. | If we’re sharing the lollies after doing the shopping, I need to be able to keep them frozen until then; nearly 29% of shoppers put this first. |
| Portion size | As well as the number of ice lollies, check the net weight or volume: two packs with the same number of pieces may not contain portions of the same size. | I’m looking for individual portions that are the right size for my group and how we plan to share them; around 21% of shoppers prioritise the size of the ice lollies. |
| Recipe and allergens | Check the ingredients, allergens and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the exact pack. The Magnum product listings checked on Carrefour France mention milk and, depending on the product, possible traces of nuts. | If someone in the group needs to avoid an ingredient, I check each recipe before sharing; around 14% of shoppers prioritise this. |
The total weight doesn’t tell you how many people can have an ice lolly. The packs listed by Carrefour France, ALDI France and E.Leclerc contain 8, 12 and 20 pieces respectively for the selections featured here.
First, count how many ice lollies you need, then check the net weight or portion size.
A long wait makes it harder to maintain the cold chain, even if you’ve chosen a pack with enough portions for everyone. The DGCCRF recommends keeping transport time for frozen foods to a minimum and using an insulated cool bag where possible.
Pick up the ice lollies at the end of your shop and put them in the freezer as soon as possible, following the instructions on the packaging.
Ingredients vary from one product to another. Carrefour France’s listings for Magnum mini ice lollies mention milk and, depending on the product, possible traces of nuts.
Check the ingredients and allergen information on each pack before handing out the ice lollies.
Carrefour France offers boxes of Magnum mini ice lollies, including a pack of 6, for sharing with a small group.
Carrefour France’s ice cream range includes a selection of 8 Carrefour Extra mini ice lollies.
ALDI France offers a pack of 12 MUCCI mini ice lollies, with a stated net weight of 429 g.
E.Leclerc offers a Smicy selection of 20 sticks, with a stated net weight of 850 g.
Bon Gelati is an ice cream brand sold by Lidl France.
These Joybuy packs contain individual portions in packs of 6 or 8, making them suitable for a small group. Choose the number of ice lollies and the variety before planning how to keep them frozen during transport. These pack sizes won’t be enough on their own for a group of 12 or 20 if everyone is to have one.
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The eight individual ice lollies are ideal for sharing with a small group. Check the ingredients and allergens on the exact pack, and take an insulated cool bag so you can put them in the freezer as soon as possible.
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This pack of eight banana ice lollies is a good choice for sharing with a small group. Check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging. Store this product at −18 °C, as instructed, and do not refreeze it once thawed.
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The eight coconut ice lollies give you individual portions to share with a small group. Check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging. This product should be stored below −18 °C, according to the instructions.
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This box of six mini ice lollies offers several varieties for sharing with a small group. The product listing mentions milk and possible traces of nuts: check the packaging before handing them out, and keep them cold during the journey.
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These six mini ice lollies are a good choice for sharing a vanilla and chocolate variety with a small group. The product listing mentions milk and possible traces of almonds. Check the label and storage instructions on the exact pack.
Plan for at least one ice lolly per person you want to serve, then allow for anyone who might want a second. ALDI France and E.Leclerc offer packs of 12 MUCCI mini ice lollies and 20 Smicy sticks respectively, while boxes of 6 are better suited to smaller groups.
Pick up frozen ice lollies at the end of your shop. The DGCCRF recommends transporting them in an insulated cool bag where possible, keeping the journey short and putting them in the freezer as soon as you can. Follow the instructions on the packaging too.
Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack before handing out the ice lollies. Carrefour France’s listings for Magnum mini ice lollies mention milk and, depending on the product, possible traces of nuts. The ingredients in one variety won’t necessarily apply to the whole brand.