Anyone planning 24 days of frozen treats
If you’re planning one lolly a day, two packs of 12 or three packs of 8 will give you 24 portions. You’ll also need enough freezer space to store them until the right day.
Who is this calendar for?
Families who prefer mini lollies
An assortment of 8 mini lollies or a pack of 12 could be a good choice if you’d like to hand out smaller portions. Check the flavours and ingredients of the product you choose.
Anyone who needs to keep an eye on allergens
The recipe matters just as much as the number of lollies. Carrefour’s product information for Magnum Almond and Auchan’s mini-lolly assortment lists milk and, depending on the recipe, almonds, soya or other nuts. Check the label for details.
What should you check before buying?
Start by checking you have enough freezer space, then count the portions you need and choose a size and recipe to suit everyone.
| What to consider | What to check | Who is it for? |
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| Keeping them frozen | Make sure you have space in the freezer and check the storage temperature on the packaging. ANSES recommends using an insulated bag and keeping the journey home with frozen food as short as possible. | I want to prepare all 24 days in advance without leaving the lollies at room temperature. For around 45% of consumers concerned, keeping the calendar frozen would be the top priority. |
| Number of portions | Count the lollies, not just the weight of the box: two packs of 12 or three packs of 8 will give you 24 portions. | If each compartment needs to contain one lolly, I want to get the numbers right without buying more boxes than necessary. Around 36% of consumers would put the number of portions first. |
| Portion size and ingredients | Compare mini and standard-sized lollies, then check the ingredients and allergens for each flavour. | If the people you’re buying for have different preferences or dietary requirements, I need to check each recipe before handing out the portions. This would be the main concern for around 19% of consumers. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Planning to leave the calendar out at home
Ice lollies can’t be stored at room temperature like sweets. Joybuy’s product information for the Magnum x8 pack says to store it at −18 °C or below.
Arrange the portions in the freezer and take out only the one you need each day. ANSES also recommends buying frozen food towards the end of your shopping trip and keeping transport time to a minimum.
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Relying on the box weight to fill the compartments
The total weight won’t tell you how many days a box will cover: packs of 12, 8 or 4 contain different numbers of portions.
For 24 days, count on two packs of 12, three packs of 8 or six packs of 4, then check the number of lollies on each pack.
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Assuming an assortment suits everyone
Ingredients can vary from one flavour to another. Carrefour’s product information for Magnum Almond and Auchan’s mini-lolly assortment lists allergens to consider, depending on the recipe.
Check the label for each product before handing out the portions, especially if anyone has an allergy.
Brands to consider for multipacks
Magnum
Carrefour offers Magnum lollies in several pack sizes, including a box of 8 Almond lollies, each 100 mL.
- Three boxes of this 8-count product will give you 24 lollies.
- The Almond product information lists milk and almonds, and says it may contain other nuts. Check the exact product you’re buying for each person.
AUCHAN
Auchan offers an assortment of 8 mini ice lollies, with a total weight of 258 g.
- Three boxes give you 24 portions, and let you mix up the coatings.
- The assortment’s recipes include milk and, depending on the lolly, almonds or soya.
MUCCI®
ALDI France offers a MUCCI® pack of 12 mini lollies, with a total weight of 429 g.
- Two packs of 12 provide the 24 portions needed for a daily calendar.
- Check the flavours and ingredients of the pack you choose before handing out the lollies.
Carrefour Extra
Carrefour offers a box of 8 Carrefour Extra lollies in vanilla, chocolate and almond flavours.
- With 8 lollies in each box, you’ll need three boxes for 24 days.
- Check the ingredients of this product before choosing it for anyone with an allergy.
Products to fill your calendar
These Joybuy multipacks offer frozen treats you can count out for a 24-day calendar. Choose based on the number of lollies, the size you’re looking for and the ingredients listed for each product. Keep the portions in the freezer until they’re ready to eat.
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CAPRI-SUN Orange & Cherry Ice Pops x12, 444 g
Two packs of 12 give you enough for one portion a day over 24 days. The flavours listed are orange and cherry. Traces of gluten, peanuts, soya, milk and nuts are listed: check the packaging if anyone has an allergy.
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Maison de la Glace, 12 ice lollies, 5 flavours, 1 200 g
Two packs provide 24 portions if you’d like a mix of flavours in your calendar. The product description advises against this product for anyone at risk of an allergic reaction: check the ingredients before handing it out.
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MAGNUM vanilla and almond ice lollies x8, 600 g
Three packs of 8 give you 24 lollies for your calendar. This product contains milk and almonds and may contain other nuts. The product description also warns that pieces of nuts may pose a choking risk for young children.
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POP FRUIT Sorbet Sticks 100% Coconut x4, 280 g
This pack of 4 can be used to fill your calendar; you’ll need six packs to get 24 portions if you’re using this product alone. The product information says it’s not suitable for children under 36 months and notes that it’s made in a facility that also handles nuts, milk, soya and peanuts.
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Binggrae Melona Banana, 8 ice lollies, 70 mL each
Three packs of 8 give you 24 lollies, each listed as 70 mL. If the ingredients are important to the people you’re buying for, check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
Can you leave an ice-lolly calendar at room temperature?
No. Keep the calendar in the freezer and take out each portion when it’s due. Joybuy’s product information for the Magnum x8 pack says to store it at −18 °C or below.
How many boxes do you need for 24 days?
You’ll need two boxes of 12, three boxes of 8, four boxes of 6 or six boxes of 4 to get exactly 24 lollies. Check the number of lollies on each pack before putting your calendar together.
Is an insulated bag enough to keep an ice lolly in a lunchbox all day?
An insulated bag isn’t a substitute for keeping it in the freezer all day. ANSES recommends using one to transport frozen food after purchase and keeping the journey short. For your calendar, keep the portions in the freezer until they’re ready to eat.
Should you check the allergens in every flavour in an assortment?
Yes. Check the ingredients for every recipe, even within the same box or brand. Carrefour’s product information for Magnum Almond and Auchan’s mini-lolly assortment lists milk and, depending on the recipe, almonds, soya or other nuts.