For a solo treat, first choose the amount in each lolly, then check how many come in the box. A mini lolly could be just right if you want a smaller portion, but it may not be sold individually. If you’re planning several treats, compare the recipes and allergens too, then check which products are available near you and plan how to keep them cold on the way home.
You want to know the size of your portion before you choose. Carrefour Extra offers mini lollies weighing 32 g each, while the Magnum Mini selection lists 55 ml per lolly. As these amounts use different units, you can’t compare their weights directly.
You’d like to have one lolly at a time and keep the rest for later. The Carrefour Extra and Auchan examples contain 8 and 12 lollies per box respectively.
Check the exact recipe before you buy: the Carrefour Extra and Auchan products described here list ingredients including milk, soya or nuts, depending on the product.
For a solo treat, start with the portion you’d like to eat, then check how many lollies you’ll need to buy and the ingredients in the product you’ve chosen.
| What to compare | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Portion size | Check the amount per lolly and the number of lollies in the box. Carrefour Extra lists 8 × 32 g; Magnum Mini, 6 × 55 ml. | I want a clearly stated portion size, without having to eat the whole box in one go; around 45% of consumers are said to prioritise this. |
| Number of lollies and availability nearby | Compare the number of lollies and the net quantity, then check which product is available at your chosen shop. | If I’m planning several treats, I’d prefer to be able to find a suitable box near me; this would be the priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check the ingredients list, highlighted allergens and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the exact pack. | I need to check the recipe before choosing a flavour, as it may contain ingredients I avoid; around 22% of consumers would put this check first. |
The Carrefour Extra and Magnum mini lollies mentioned here are sold in multipacks. So the size of one lolly doesn’t tell you how many you’ll have to buy.
Check the number of lollies, the net quantity of the box and the amount listed per lolly.
The Carrefour Extra and Auchan recipes described here list ingredients including milk, soya or nuts; the ingredients vary by product.
Check the ingredients and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the exact pack, even if you already know the brand.
Getting your ice creams home from the shop is also part of choosing what to buy, especially if you’re buying a box and plan to save some for later.
The DGCCRF recommends using an insulated bag and keeping the journey as short as possible. Then store the product at the temperature stated on its packaging.
A range shown by a retailer doesn’t necessarily reflect what’s available at the branch you plan to visit.
Check that the product is available at your chosen shop, and check the date of any offer, before setting off.
The Magnum Mini Classic, Almond and White Chocolate selection contains 6 lollies of 55 ml each.
The Carrefour Extra mini lolly selection featured by the retailer contains 8 lollies weighing 32 g each.
Auchan offers, among other products, a vanilla and chocolate selection of 12 lollies weighing 450 g.
E.Leclerc Drive has a range of ice creams and frozen desserts among its frozen products.
Lidl features Bon Gelati ice creams in its range.
Mucci is an ice cream and sorbet brand featured by ALDI.
These boxes let you enjoy one ice lolly at a time, whether you’re having a solo treat or saving some for later. Compare the mini lollies, other formats and ice pops, but bear in mind that they aren’t all made to the same recipe.
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A mini lolly to enjoy during a solo treat. The box contains 6 lollies of 55 ml each, so they’re not sold individually. Check the allergens on the box label.
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Ideal for several treats, with the amount per lolly clearly stated. The box contains 8 melon ice lollies of 70 ml each. Check the label for milk and the warning about the E102 colourant.
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Keep several lollies on hand to enjoy one at a time. The box contains 6, weighing 270 g in total; check the packaging for the amount per lolly and allergen information.
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For separate frozen treats if you’d prefer an ice pop rather than a creamy ice lolly. The box contains 12 pieces, weighing 444 g in total; check the amount per piece and any allergen information on the packaging.
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Plan several treats with Classic lollies. The box contains 8, weighing 600 g in total; if the size of each lolly matters to you, check the portion information and allergens on the packaging.
Check the amount listed per lolly and the number of lollies in the box. Carrefour Extra offers 8 mini lollies weighing 32 g each, while Magnum Mini has 6 lollies of 55 ml: in both cases, an individual portion doesn’t mean you can buy just one.
Check the allergens highlighted in the ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the exact product. The Carrefour Extra and Auchan products described here list ingredients including milk, soya or nuts, depending on the recipe. The DGCCRF states that allergens must be highlighted on the label.
Pick up frozen products last and, ideally, carry them in an insulated bag. The DGCCRF recommends keeping the journey as short as possible; then store the ice creams at the temperature stated on their packaging.
Don’t refreeze the relevant Auchan Pouce ice lolly: its product page says to store it at −18 °C and warns never to refreeze a thawed product. For any other product, follow the storage instructions on its packaging.