Anyone who likes a small treat with their coffee
You’re looking for a small, individually portioned ice lolly. Check the amount per lolly rather than just the total weight of the box: Carrefour, for example, lists Magnum mini lollies.
Who are these formats for?
Households buying to share
You’re planning portions for several people or occasions, perhaps for a lunch box if you can keep them cold. The number of lollies, flavours and allergens in the pack all matter.
Shoppers keeping an eye out for special offers
You spot multipacks in a catalogue and can check whether they’re available in your local store. Lidl states that its offers are valid for a limited time and that not all products are available in every store.
What should you check before choosing?
To enjoy with your coffee, first compare the portion per lolly and the number in the pack. Then check the flavours, allergens and practical details of buying or transporting them that matter for your needs.
| Factor | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Individual portion | The volume or weight per lolly, followed by the nutritional information per portion where this is given for the product. | If I want a small ice lolly with my coffee, the size of each lolly matters more to me than the size of the box; around 36% of consumers would put individual portion size at the top of their list. |
| Number of lollies | The number of lollies and, for an assortment, the flavours included in the pack. | If I’m serving several people or saving portions for another occasion, I first look for a generously sized pack; around 29% of consumers would share this priority. |
| Local availability | Whether the product is available in your chosen store and the validity dates of any catalogue offer. | If I’m counting on a multipack I’ve spotted for a particular occasion, I’d rather check it’s available where I plan to shop; around 21% of consumers would make this their main consideration. |
| Flavours and ingredients | The flavours in the pack, its ingredients list and allergen information, including possible traces. | If people have different tastes or someone needs to avoid an allergen, I check the exact product before choosing; around 14% of consumers would put this check ahead of other factors. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Looking only at the number of lollies
Eight lollies aren’t necessarily the same as six mini portions: the size of each one and the flavours can vary. Carrefour lists a pack of six Magnum mini lollies, while Auchan’s product details describe an eight-piece fruit-flavoured assortment weighing 300 g.
Compare the number of lollies and the amount per lolly, then choose the pack that suits how you plan to use it.
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Assuming mini or fruit-flavoured lollies are suitable for everyone with allergies
Auchan’s details for its fruit-flavoured pack list milk and possible traces of several allergens, including peanuts, soya and nuts. Ingredients vary by recipe.
Read the allergen information on the packaging for the flavour and pack you’re actually buying.
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Relying on a catalogue offer without checking your store
Lidl gives validity periods for its offers and notes that some stores may not stock every advertised product.
Check the product and its availability at your chosen store before planning to buy it.
Brands and retailers to know
Magnum
Carrefour lists Magnum ice cream bars in several pack sizes, including mini formats.
- Boxes of six mini bars make it easy to compare individual portions rather than just the total contents of the pack.
- The Mini Double Chocolate recipe listed by Carrefour contains milk; its ingredients and allergens shouldn’t be assumed to apply to other Magnum recipes.
Auchan
Auchan lists an assortment of eight fruit-flavoured ice cream bars weighing 300 g, worth considering if you’re looking for different flavours and multiple portions.
- Eight bars give you several portions to serve from one pack.
- The product details list milk and possible traces of other allergens, so don’t skip the label just because the bars are fruit-flavoured.
MUCCI® (ALDI)
ALDI lists, among other options, a 288 g pack of four MUCCI® double-coated ice cream bars.
- A four-piece pack could be a good choice if you don’t need a large multipack.
- Check that your store stocks this product before relying on it being available.
Carrefour
The retailer lists Magnum bars in different pack sizes, making it easy to compare the number of bars and the exact recipe.
- Some product pages give details of the pack size and the product itself.
- Check the page for the exact product: the flavour, ingredients and portion size can vary from one box to another.
Lidl
Lidl catalogues help you spot offers on frozen treats while they’re valid.
- Catalogue dates help you plan when to look for a product.
- Lidl notes that some smaller stores may not stock every advertised product.
Ice lollies and other formats to explore on Joybuy
This selection includes mini lollies to serve with coffee, multipacks of ice cream bars to share and fruity desserts to consider depending on how they’re prepared. If you’re packing one in a lunch box, make sure you can follow the storage instructions for the product you choose.
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CAPRI-SUN Orange & Cherry Ice Pops, pack of 12
Worth considering if you’d like several orange- and cherry-flavoured portions for different occasions. The product name indicates that the pack contains 12 lollies and weighs 444 g; check the size of each lolly and the allergens on the packaging.
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Binggrae Melona Banana, 8 × 70 ml
A pack of eight banana-flavoured portions to serve on several occasions. Each bar is listed as 70 ml, so if you’re after a very small portion with your coffee, compare this with the size of mini formats. Check the label for ingredients and allergens.
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Magnum Mini Classic, 6 × 55 ml
A format to consider if an individual portion with your coffee is your top priority. The product name indicates six mini bars, each measuring 55 ml. Check the nutritional information per portion and the allergens in the pack you buy.
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Magnum Mini Classic, Almond & White Chocolate, pack of 6
Worth considering if several people would like a choice of different flavours. This pack of six bars is labelled 254 g; check the amount per bar and the allergens in each recipe before choosing it.
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ABC JELLY Fruity Jelly Bar Assorted
A fruity assortment to consider if you can freeze it before serving. Unlike an ice lolly that’s ready to serve straight from the freezer, this format needs preparation; check the packaging for the amount per piece and instructions for use.
Frequently asked questions
Which format should I choose for a small ice lolly with my coffee?
A mini lolly with the amount per piece clearly stated lets you choose the portion size you want. The Magnum Mini Classic featured here comes in a pack of six 55 ml bars; a larger multipack is better suited to sharing or serving on several occasions.
Are fruit-flavoured or mini lollies free from allergens?
No. Neither a fruit flavour nor a small size tells you whether a product contains allergens. Auchan’s details for its fruit-flavoured assortment list milk and possible traces of allergens, including peanuts, soya and nuts. Read the information on the exact pack before buying.
Can an ice lolly count as breakfast?
For a coffee break, think of it as an occasional frozen dessert rather than a complete breakfast. The Anses guidance on the nutritional composition of breakfast relates to school settings and doesn’t assess ice lollies as meal replacements.
What should I check before carrying ice cream bars in a lunch box?
Make sure the product can be kept in the storage conditions stated on its packaging while you’re travelling and until you’re ready to serve it. Joybuy’s listing for a Magnum mini assortment says to store it at −18 °C or below and not to refreeze it after thawing; check the instructions for your specific product.