Someone on their own who wants to avoid leftovers
If you only fancy an ice lolly now and then, check how many are in the box and how big they are before choosing. Also make sure you can store any remaining portions during your stay.
Who are these formats for?
A small household looking for a variety of flavours
If there are several of you, an assortment or a mix of formats could suit different tastes. Check what’s in each box rather than assuming all the lollies have the same recipe.
Someone who pays close attention to ingredients and formats
Recipes and quantities vary from one product to another. If allergens matter to your choice, check the ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the exact box you’re buying.
What should you look for?
If you’re buying for yourself, first choose a quantity you can keep in the freezer. The recipe, portion size and transport conditions can then help you narrow down your choice.
| Criteria | What to check | Who it’s for |
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| Quantity for one person | Count the lollies and check their size, as well as how much freezer space you have. | If I only eat them occasionally, I’d rather not have to keep a large box for the whole stay. Around 33% of consumers put avoiding leftovers at the top of their list of priorities. |
| Variety of recipes | Check the flavours in the box and distinguish between classic lollies and mini formats. | When several people are sharing, I look for flavours or portion sizes that suit them. Variety comes first for around 25% of consumers. |
| Portion size | Compare the number of lollies and the weight or volume of each one, if this information appears on the packaging. | If I’m spreading a box over several days, I need to know how much each portion is, not just how many there are. Around 25% of consumers prioritise comparing formats in this way. |
| Ingredients and storage | Read the allergen and ‘may contain’ information, and check the storage instructions before travelling. | If a recipe needs to suit everyone and travel to our holiday destination, I check the label and plan where it will go in the freezer. These precautions are the main concern for around 17% of consumers. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Assuming an individual portion is sold on its own
An ice lolly is eaten individually, but the products listed by Carrefour and Auchan also include boxes containing several lollies. A large box can leave you with portions to store after just one craving.
Check how many lollies are in the box and how much space you can make for them in the freezer.
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Choosing a recipe without checking the allergens
Ingredients vary between lollies: the product listings for Magnum Amande, Carrefour Classic' and Auchan vanilla and almond, for example, mention milk, almonds or soya, depending on the product.
Read the ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the box you’re buying, even if you already know the brand.
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Starting your shopping with frozen food
A long journey before you can put your shopping in the freezer makes it harder to keep frozen food at the right temperature. The DGCCRF recommends limiting the time frozen food spends in transit.
Pick up the ice lollies last, carry them in an insulated bag and put them away promptly, following the temperature instructions on the packaging.
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Assuming a product will be available without checking the store
An assortment shown online may vary depending on the store or when you shop.
Check the product and store you’ve chosen before setting off, and have another recipe in mind in case you need it.
Ice lolly brands to know
Magnum
Carrefour lists several Magnum recipes and pack sizes, including 55 mL mini lollies.
- The range of recipes and portion sizes lets you choose according to what you fancy and how many people you’re buying for.
- The Magnum Amande product listing mentions milk, almonds and possible traces of other nuts: check the exact product.
Carrefour Classic'
Carrefour describes an assorted box with six vanilla lollies and six chocolate lollies.
- This pack could be a good option when several people are sharing the lollies.
- Allergen information varies between lollies, so read the details for each recipe.
Auchan
Auchan lists, among other products, a box of four 348 g vanilla and almond lollies.
- A pack of four may suit you if you want to limit the number of portions you need to store.
- This product lists milk, almonds and soya.
Trium / Marque Repère
E.Leclerc stocks Trium lollies in several recipes and pack sizes, including boxes of four, eight or twelve.
- You can choose the number of lollies to suit the length of your stay and how many people you’re buying for.
- Check the recipe and size of the product you choose: they vary from box to box.
Mucci
ALDI France lists Mucci lollies, including packs of four and mini lollies.
- These formats suit different needs in terms of the number and size of portions.
- Check with your local store to see which products are available when you shop.
Ice lollies on Joybuy
These products are mostly boxes of four lollies, so you have fewer portions to store. The box of eight is better suited to several treats during your stay or to a small group.
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Solero Berry ice lollies, 4 × 90 mL
A box of four portions to consider if you want to limit the number of lollies you need to store.
Check the ingredients on the packaging if you need to avoid certain allergens.
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Côte D'or vanilla, milk chocolate and hazelnut, x4, 260 g
Four lollies to enjoy during your stay, rather than a large box to store.
The recipe combines vanilla, milk chocolate and hazelnut. Check the label if allergens are a concern.
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POP FRUIT coconut sorbet lollies x4, 280 g
A box of four to consider if you’d prefer a coconut sorbet lolly.
Check the allergen information on the packaging before choosing this recipe.
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MAGNUM vanilla and white chocolate, x4, 294 g
A box of four for anyone looking for this recipe without choosing a larger assortment.
If the size of each portion matters, check it on the packaging and read the allergen information too.
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Binggrae Melona Coconut, 8 × 70 ml
Eight portions to consider for several people or repeated cravings. You’ll need more freezer space than you would for a box of four.
Check the ingredients list and allergen information on the packaging.
Frequently asked questions
Is an individual portion always sold on its own?
No. An ice lolly can be an individual portion but still be sold in a box of several. If you only want one during your stay, check the pack size and make sure you can keep the rest in the freezer.
What should you check on the label if you have an allergy?
Read the ingredients and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the exact box. Some of the products described by Carrefour and Auchan contain milk, almonds or soya, for example. The ingredients in another lolly from the same brand may be different.
How should you transport ice lollies to your holiday accommodation?
Pick them up at the end of your shop, carry them in an insulated bag and put them in the freezer promptly, following the DGCCRF’s advice on keeping food frozen. Follow the storage temperature stated on the packaging.
Does choosing a mini lolly mean you can avoid buying a large box?
Not necessarily: ‘mini’ describes the size of the lolly, not how many are sold together. Compare both the size of each lolly and how many you’ll need to store.