Fans of indulgent recipes
You’re looking for a chocolate coating, added pieces or a mix of flavours in an individual frozen dessert.
Who are these ice lollies for?
Households looking for variety at teatime
You’re considering multipacks, mixed selections or mini lollies to offer different flavours and portion sizes.
Consumers who pay close attention to ingredients
You compare the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information for each product, particularly when a recipe contains nuts or is labelled plant-based.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with what matters most for your teatime treat — the recipe, number of portions, size of the lolly or ingredients — then compare products that meet your needs.
| Criterion | What to check | Who is it for? |
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| Indulgent recipe | Check the flavour, type of coating and any added pieces listed for the product you’re considering. | If you mainly want a chocolate lolly or one with added pieces, the specific recipe matters more than the range name. Around 33% of consumers put indulgence first. |
| Variety and sharing | Check the number of lollies, the flavours in the box and the total net weight. | If you’re buying for several teatime treats at home, look for enough lollies and flavours to suit everyone you’re serving. This is a priority for around 25% of consumers. |
| Portion size | Check the weight or volume of each lolly, if stated, and the nutritional information per 100 g or 100 ml, as well as per portion if shown on the packaging. | If you prefer a small frozen dessert, look at the size of each lolly rather than just the size of the box. Around 17% of consumers put portion size first. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check the ingredients list, highlighted allergens and any “may contain” warnings on the packaging you buy. | If you need to avoid an ingredient, the word “plant-based” or a picture of the product isn’t enough to guide your choice. Ingredients are the top priority for around 25% of consumers. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Assuming “luxury” or “indulgent” guarantees a particular recipe
These terms highlight a product’s positioning or flavour, but don’t tell you the weight, ingredients or allergens of the lolly.
Compare the product description, ingredients list and pack size for each option you’re interested in.
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Assuming a plant-based recipe is allergen-free
Magnum says its Vegan Amande product contains almonds and may contain milk, soya and other nuts.
If you need to avoid an allergen, check the highlighted ingredients and trace warnings on the pack you buy.
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Letting your ice lollies warm up on the way home
The DGCCRF warns that a rise in temperature can compromise the safe storage of frozen food.
Pick up your ice lollies last and take them home promptly, ideally in an insulated bag. Then follow the storage instructions on the packaging. Never refreeze food that has thawed.
Brands and ranges to know
Magnum
Magnum focuses on chocolate-coated ice lollies. Auchan stocks options including Classic, mini lollies and mixed selections.
- The range includes different recipes and formats, including the Vegan Amande product featured by Magnum.
- Vegan Amande contains almonds and may contain milk, soya and other nuts. Check the label for the product you choose.
Carrefour Sensation
This Carrefour range includes lollies in flavours such as Double Chocolat, salted caramel and vanilla-macadamia.
- There are several recipes to choose from, depending on the flavour you’re after.
- The range name doesn’t replace the need to compare the ingredients and packaging of each box.
Trium
E.Leclerc’s Marque Repère range includes vanilla, chocolate and almond; red fruit; triple chocolate; and pistachio lollies.
- The flavours and formats give you several options for teatime.
- The flavour alone doesn’t tell you the ingredients or allergens in a particular product.
MUCCI
ALDI sells ice lollies under the MUCCI brand, including pistachio options and mini formats.
- Mini lollies are worth considering if the size of each portion matters to you.
- Check the number of lollies and the recipe in the box you choose, as the selection may vary.
NUII
Mixed selections featured by Carrefour and Auchan include NUII lollies in flavours such as pistachio and cream or caramel and macadamia.
- These flavour combinations offer an alternative to classic vanilla and chocolate recipes.
- Check the ingredients and allergens for each product, particularly nut-based recipes.
Ice lollies on Joybuy
These options focus on indulgent flavours and boxes in different sizes. Compare the number of lollies, the stated weight and the label before choosing a recipe for teatime.
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ERHARD Angel Hair Iced Fingers x2, 110 g
Two lollies for teatime: the box contains two ice lollies with a total weight of 110 g. Check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging.
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MAGNUM Double Sunlover Mango & Coconut x4, 300 g
For anyone looking for mango and coconut flavours in a multipack. The title states that the box contains four lollies with a total weight of 300 g. Check the allergens on the packaging.
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MAGNUM Double Red Fruits x4, 284 g
A red fruit recipe to consider if you’re looking for four lollies for teatime. The stated total weight is 284 g. Check the packaging for ingredients and allergens.
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NUII Caramel White Chocolate & Texan Pecan, 4 x 66 g
For anyone tempted by a caramel, white chocolate and pecan recipe. The box contains four ice lollies, each weighing 66 g. Check the full allergen declaration on the packaging.
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Magnum Double Gold Caramel, 284 g
A caramel option for a frozen teatime treat, with a stated net weight of 284 g. If portion size matters to you, check the number of lollies in the box and its allergen information.
Frequently asked questions
How do you compare two boxes of ice lollies?
Check the net weight, the number of lollies and, if stated, the size of each portion. Two boxes with the same weight may suit different needs if one contains mini lollies and the other has larger ones.
Is a plant-based ice lolly automatically suitable for someone with a milk or nut allergy?
No. A plant-based recipe isn’t guaranteed to be allergen-free. Magnum says its Vegan Amande product contains almonds and may contain milk, soya and other nuts. Read the information on the pack you buy.
What should you check on the packaging of a pre-packed ice lolly?
First check the ingredients and highlighted allergens if they affect your choice. The DGCCRF says that nutritional information includes details such as energy, fat, sugars, protein and salt. Compare products on the same basis, such as per 100 g.
How should you transport and store ice lollies after shopping?
Keep transport time to a minimum and put them in the freezer promptly, following the instructions on the packaging. The DGCCRF recommends storing ice cream at −18 °C and reminds consumers not to refreeze food that has thawed.