People with a short journey and an insulated bag
You’re planning to eat your ice lolly soon after shopping or put it straight back in the freezer. Before choosing a format, bear in mind the transport precautions recommended by ANSES.
Who are these formats for?
People who keep several portions at home
You’d like to keep a multipack in the freezer for several treats. The number of lollies and total quantity help you compare the formats offered by retailers such as E.Leclerc and ALDI, without confusing ice lollies with cones.
People who pay close attention to ingredients and allergens
You want to know what’s in a product and how large each portion is before you buy. Magnum publishes this information for its Mini Classic, but you should still check the label on the box you choose.
What should you check before buying?
If you’re planning to take an ice lolly from your food shop to the gym, first decide whether you can keep it cold on the way. Then consider the format and ingredients, depending on whether you’ll eat the portions soon or store them at home.
| Criteria | What to check | Who is it for? |
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| Keeping food cold | Use an insulated bag and keep transport time to a minimum, as ANSES recommends. If you have no way to keep the lolly cold, don’t take it in your bag during a workout. | If I’m going from the shop to the gym before heading home, I want to know how to keep my ice lolly cold. Around 40% of consumers may put this requirement first. |
| Pack size | Compare the number of pieces and total quantity in multipacks in the same category. Don’t compare ice lollies with cones or tubs. | For several treats at home, I’m looking for a multipack I can take portions from one at a time. This may be a priority for around 30% of consumers. |
| Portion size | Check the number and size of the ice lollies. Magnum Mini Classic comes in a box of 6 × 55 ml. | If I’m sharing a box or want a separate, smaller portion, the size of each lolly matters more than the size of the multipack. Around 20% of consumers may prioritise this. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients and “may contain” statements on the product you’re buying; recipes vary between products. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients, I’ll check the label on the exact ice lolly. This may be the main concern for around 10% of consumers. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Leaving an ice lolly in your bag throughout a workout
Its individual wrapper won’t keep it cold on its own.
Buy ice lollies at the end of your shop, use an insulated bag and keep the journey short, in line with ANSES recommendations. If you can’t keep them cold, choose a snack that doesn’t need to be frozen.
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Assuming all ice lolly multipacks are the same
Two boxes may contain different numbers and quantities of portions. A cone also serves a different purpose from an ice lolly.
Compare the product category, total quantity and number of pieces before choosing a format.
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Assuming a product is available at your local shop
The ranges shown by retailers may vary by store and over time. E.Leclerc, for example, advises shoppers to check local availability.
Check that the exact product is available at the shop where you plan to buy it before making a special trip.
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Assuming all ice lollies contain the same allergens
Recipes vary. The Mini Classic featured by Magnum contains milk and also carries statements about the possible presence of nuts.
Read the ingredients list and allergen statements on the exact box you’re buying.
Brands and ranges to know
Magnum
The range includes Mini Classic in a box of 6 × 55 ml, for anyone looking for smaller ice lollies with clearly stated ingredients.
- Magnum publishes the ingredients, nutritional information and allergens for this product.
- Check the ingredients and “may contain” statements on the box you buy. This information applies to Mini Classic, not every product from the brand.
E.Leclerc / Marque Repère
The retailer offers Marque Repère cones and ice bars, including TRIUM bars.
- The formats shown let you compare quantities and find the type of ice cream you’re looking for.
- E.Leclerc advises shoppers to check the availability of each product at their chosen store.
ALDI / MUCCI
ALDI offers MUCCI ice lollies in multipacks, including packs of four and packs of twelve mini lollies.
- These formats let you choose between a multipack of ice lollies and individually portioned minis.
- Check which product and range are available at your local store.
Lidl / Bon Gelati
Lidl has a frozen ice cream range that includes Bon Gelati products.
- The range is a useful starting point for finding the types of ice cream offered by the retailer.
- If you’re looking for an ice lolly, check the product type, size and availability at your local store rather than relying on the range name alone.
Carrefour
Carrefour offers frozen foods, including its Carrefour Classic range.
- The range is a good place to start when looking for a particular frozen treat.
- Before comparing it with other products, check that it’s an ice lolly and look at its size and ingredients.
Ice lollies to compare on Joybuy
These multipacks of ice lollies and sorbet lollies are suited to eating one portion at a time, either after a short journey with the product kept cold or after storing it in your home freezer. Their inclusion here doesn’t mean they can be left in an ordinary gym bag during a workout.
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Maison de la Glace Water Ice Pops, 5 flavours, 12 pieces, 1 200 g
A multipack to consider if you’d like to keep several ice lollies in the freezer. The product name indicates five flavours and twelve pieces. If you’re taking them home after shopping, make sure you can keep them cold.
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CAPRI-SUN Orange & Cherry Ice Pops, 12 pieces, 444 g
This pack of twelve ice lollies may suit you if you’re looking for individual portions to keep in the freezer. Check the allergen statements on the packaging before buying, and don’t plan a long journey unless you can keep them cold.
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POP FRUIT Sorbet Sticks 100% Coconut, 4 pieces, 280 g
This pack of four sorbet lollies may suit you if you want a smaller number of separate portions. Check the ingredients and allergen statements on the pack. Like all frozen products, they need to be transported in a way that keeps them cold.
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Binggrae Melona Melon, 8 ice lollies of 70 ml
This pack of eight ice lollies may suit you if you’d like to take portions from the freezer one at a time. The ingredients for this product include milk, so check the label if this is relevant to you, and keep the lollies cold during transport.
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Magnum Mini Classic, 6 mini ice lollies of 55 ml
This format is a good choice if you’re looking for smaller individual ice lollies and can keep them cold. The Mini Classic recipe featured by Magnum contains milk and may contain nuts. Check the statements on the box you buy.
Frequently asked questions
Can I keep ice lollies in a regular gym bag?
Not during a workout or a long journey unless you can keep them cold. ANSES recommends buying frozen food at the end of your shop, carrying it in an insulated bag and keeping transport time to a minimum. If that isn’t possible, choose a snack that doesn’t need to be frozen.
How do I choose between a multipack of ice lollies and mini lollies?
Choose according to how many portions you plan to keep and the size you want for each one. Check the number of pieces and the quantity shown on the boxes, and don’t compare mini lollies with cones or tubs of ice cream.
Is a product shown online available in every shop?
Don’t assume a product is available at your local shop. E.Leclerc advises shoppers to check local availability. For other retailers, check the exact product and the store you’ve chosen too.
What should I check if milk or nuts are a concern for me?
Before buying, read the ingredients and “may contain” statements on the exact box. Magnum says its Mini Classic contains milk and may contain several types of nuts. Don’t assume the same ingredients apply to other ice lollies.