For a late-night snack to share, start by working out how many portions you need. A box of 8 to 12 ice lollies suits a different need from a pack of 4 for the occasional treat. An assortment gives you a choice of flavours, but you’ll need to check the ingredients and allergens on the box you choose. Also consider how much room you have in the freezer and how you’ll keep the lollies cold on the way home.
You’re planning a treat for several people, perhaps over a few evenings. Boxes of 8 or 12 ice lollies make it easy to plan portions in advance. An assortment is worth considering if people have different flavour preferences.
You’re looking for a pack size that suits how much you’ll eat and the space available in your freezer. Compare the number of ice lollies with the net weight: two boxes with the same number of lollies may not contain the same amount of ice cream.
Before sharing the ice lollies or packing portions to take away, check the label on the exact product. Ingredients and allergens can vary between flavours, even within the same assortment.
First decide whether your priority is serving a choice of flavours, finding a quantity that fits in your freezer, or checking the ingredients and storage instructions.
| What to consider | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Portions and flavours | Count the ice lollies and check whether the box contains one flavour or an assortment. | If I’m sharing them in the evening, I want everyone to have a portion and be able to choose a flavour if tastes differ. Around 36% of consumers put sharing first. |
| Amount to store | Compare the number of lollies and the net weight, then check how much room you have in the freezer. | If I only eat ice lollies occasionally, I’d rather not buy a box that’s too large for the space I have. Getting the quantity right comes first for around 36% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and keeping them cold | Read the ingredients and allergen information for each product. Plan how you’ll transport it and follow the storage instructions on the box. | Before offering an ice lolly to someone, I need to be able to check what’s in it and keep it cold until it’s in the freezer. Around 28% of consumers prioritise these checks. |
Multipacks can differ in both the number of lollies and their net weight. So the number of lollies alone won’t tell you how large the portions are.
Check both details on each box and make sure the lollies you’re comparing are a similar size.
A range of flavours means you’ll need to check the ingredients for each recipe. Auchan’s listing for the 8-piece Magnum assortment mentions milk and says the product may contain almonds and pistachios.
Read the label on the box you actually buy before sharing it. Don’t assume you know what’s in it from the flavour name alone.
Ice lollies need to be kept cold between purchase and putting them away. The DGCCRF points out that low temperatures help preserve food quality.
Pick up frozen food at the end of your shop, use an insulated bag if needed and put it in the freezer as soon as you get home.
These examples give you an idea of the different pack sizes available. The formats and features mentioned apply to the specific products listed, not necessarily to the full range.
The brand offers, among other products, a box of 4 Almonds lollies. Auchan also lists an 8-ice-lolly Magnum assortment with Classic, Almond and White Chocolate flavours.
Carrefour offers, among other products, a CARREFOUR CLASSIC' box of 12 ice lollies in vanilla and chocolate flavours.
ALDI France offers, among other products, a 4-pack of MUCCI double-coated ice lollies weighing 288 g, as well as other types of frozen desserts.
Auchan is a retailer, not an ice lolly brand. Its listing for the Magnum assortment describes 8 lollies weighing 572 g in total, with Classic, Almond and White Chocolate flavours.
E.Leclerc DRIVE is a grocery retailer offering collection or delivery depending on the area; it isn’t a brand of ice lollies.
These boxes of 8 or 12 ice lollies are suitable for sharing or planning several portions. Before choosing, check whether you’re getting an assortment or a box with one flavour, and review the ingredients for each product.
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A choice of flavours and plenty of portions to share. The box contains 12 ice lollies and has a stated weight of 1200 g. Check the ingredients and allergens on the exact packaging before sharing.
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Share eight banana-flavoured portions instead of choosing an assortment. The box contains 8 ice lollies, each 70 ml. Check the label for ingredients and allergens.
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Plan eight melon-flavoured portions. The box contains 8 ice lollies, each 70 ml. Check the label for milk and the colour E102, as well as the warning about effects on children’s activity and attention.
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Share eight coconut-flavoured portions. The box contains 8 ice lollies, each 70 ml. Check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging before offering these lollies to others.
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Plan eight ube-flavoured portions. The box contains 8 ice lollies, each 70 ml. Check the label for the ingredients, colour E129 and the warning about effects on children’s activity and attention.
Count how many people you’re serving and how many evenings you’re planning for before choosing a box. Of the pack sizes mentioned, a pack of 4 is better suited to the occasional treat, while boxes of 8 or 12 let you plan more portions. Also check that you have enough room in the freezer.
An assortment is a good choice if people want to pick from several flavours. A box with one flavour avoids offering a choice if everyone prefers the same one. Either way, read the ingredients for the exact product: Auchan’s listing for the 8-piece Magnum assortment mentions milk and says it may contain almonds and pistachios.
Read the ingredients list and allergen information on the box you plan to buy. Don’t rely on the flavour or brand name alone. The DGCCRF states that allergenic ingredients must be highlighted on the labels of prepacked foods.
Keep the time between receiving the ice lollies and putting them in the freezer to a minimum to maintain the cold chain. Pick them up at the end of your shop, use an insulated bag if needed, then follow the storage instructions printed on the box you bought.