Who is this choice for?

Teams sharing a box

If several colleagues will be having an ice lolly during the same break, check the number of lollies and the size of each portion. For example, Magnum France offers a box of six Mini Double Caramel ice creams, each 55 ml.

Dessert-break fans

If the recipe matters more than the size of the lolly, compare the flavours, coatings and inclusions: salted caramel from Magnum, pistachio in a Nuii product or cocoa in a Picard product.

People buying for a group

Before choosing a box for several colleagues, check the group’s dietary requirements and whether you can transport and store the ice creams at the right temperature. The DGCCRF highlights the importance of allergen labelling and maintaining the cold chain.

What should you look for?

When buying ice lollies for the office, first make sure you can keep them at the correct storage temperature during the journey and in the freezer. Then choose the recipe and format to suit the break and the people sharing the box.

Criteria What to check Who is it for?
Recipe Check the type of ice cream, the ingredients and the description of the coating or inclusions. I want to choose my dessert for its flavour and texture, rather than just the name of the range. Around 33% of consumers would put the recipe first.
Sharing Compare the number of lollies and the net quantity in the box. For a short break with colleagues, I prefer individual portions that are easy to hand out. Ease of sharing would be the top priority for around 27% of consumers.
Allergens Check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact product. If the box is for several people, I need to know whether its recipe is suitable for everyone who will be eating it. Around 20% of consumers would prioritise this.
Storage Check the temperature stated on the packaging and whether you can transport and store the ice creams at the right temperature. I can only bring ice creams to the office if they stay at the required temperature during the journey and until the break. This would be a priority for around 20% of consumers.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Assuming “premium” tells you enough

    The word doesn’t tell you what type of ice cream it is or what it contains. Two ice lollies described as indulgent may have different recipes and inclusions.

    Compare the product description and ingredients list, then choose the flavour and format that suit the break you have in mind.

  • Buying a box before planning how to keep it cold

    The DGCCRF warns that a rise in temperature can make food unsafe. For its 70% cocoa chocolate lolly, Picard specifies storage at −18 °C and advises against refreezing a defrosted product.

    Check the required temperature for the box you choose, use a suitable insulated bag for the journey and make sure there’s a freezer available when you arrive.

  • Choosing for the whole group without checking allergens

    A recipe containing pistachio, chocolate or other inclusions may not be suitable for some colleagues. Nor can you assume that a fruit-flavoured ice cream is dairy-free just from its appearance.

    Ask about dietary requirements before buying and read the written labelling for each product, including any “may contain” statements.

Brands and ranges to know

These recipe examples can help you compare formats and ingredients. A brand name is no substitute for checking the label of the product you choose.

Magnum

The range includes ice lollies and mini ice lollies with chocolate coatings.

  • According to Magnum France, Mini Double Caramel combines vanilla ice cream, salted caramel sauce and two coatings. The box contains six 55 ml lollies.
  • Even with a smaller format, it’s important to check the ingredients and allergens for this particular recipe.

Nuii

Ice lollies featuring distinctive flavours and clearly identified inclusions.

  • The Anatolian Pistachio product combines pistachio ice cream, white chocolate and pieces of roasted pistachio.
  • This product contains milk, pistachio, wheat and soya, among other ingredients. Check the label before buying for a group.

Picard Best

Picard’s range includes a lolly made with 70% cocoa chocolate and cocoa nibs.

  • This recipe is a helpful guide for anyone looking for a cocoa-flavoured ice lolly.
  • The product carries allergen information and must be stored at −18 °C, as stated on the packaging.

Carrefour Sensation

This own-brand range includes ice lollies, including a double-chocolate recipe featured by Carrefour France.

  • The flavour and number of lollies make it easy to compare this box with other formats you’re considering for the office.
  • Check the ingredients and net quantity of the product you plan to share.

Mucci

A brand of ice creams and frozen desserts featured by ALDI France.

  • ALDI France features Mucci ice lollies with a double coating.
  • A double coating alone doesn’t tell you about the other ingredients or allergens. Read the label on the box you choose.

Joybuy products

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Frequently asked questions

How do you transport ice lollies to the office?

Only transport them if you can maintain the cold chain, then put them in a freezer at the temperature stated on the packaging. The DGCCRF warns that a rise in temperature can make food unsafe. Use a suitable insulated bag for the journey and don’t leave the box out of the freezer when you arrive.

Are sorbets and fruit ice creams always dairy-free?

No. The flavour or appearance isn’t enough to tell you whether a product is dairy-free. The DGCCRF reminds consumers that allergens must be listed in writing. If someone has an allergy, check the label of the exact product.

Which allergens should you check before sharing a box?

Check all the allergens listed on the box you’ve chosen, rather than relying on the flavour alone. The Nuii Anatolian Pistachio product lists milk, pistachio, wheat and soya, among other ingredients. Other recipes may have a different composition, and any “may contain” statements should also be taken into account.