For a film night, start by counting your guests. A box of six assorted mini ice lollies could suit a small group, while a pack of 12 or 16 gives you more portions to share out. If your guests prefer fruit ice lollies to chocolate recipes, choose a pack based on the flavours it contains, then check the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions for the specific product.
Count your guests before choosing a box. The products listed by Carrefour, Auchan and E.Leclerc include packs of 6, 8, 12 and 16 ice lollies. Check the quantity per lolly too, so you can tell mini portions apart from standard ones.
An assortment lets you offer a choice of recipes without opening several boxes. For example, Carrefour offers a Magnum Mini box with Classic, Almond and White Chocolate flavours.
If you’re preparing dessert for someone with an allergy or dietary restriction, check the exact product, including any ‘may contain’ warnings. A fruity flavour or assorted pack doesn’t tell you everything about its ingredients.
First, work out how many portions you need, then choose the flavours and size of the ice lollies. Before serving, check the label and make sure you have enough room in the freezer.
| Factor | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Number of portions | Count your guests and the number of ice lollies in each box; don’t rely on the total weight alone. | If everyone needs an ice lolly, I want to make sure there are enough portions to go round. Around 33% of consumers would make this their top priority. |
| Size and storage | Check the quantity per lolly or the total contents, then make sure you have enough freezer space. | For a smaller group, I’d rather choose portions that are the right size for me and be able to store any leftovers. This would be the top priority for around 25% of consumers. |
| Flavours | Check whether the box contains one recipe or an assortment, and which flavours are included. | When tastes differ, I want to give guests a choice without opening several boxes. Around 25% of consumers would prioritise this variety. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list, highlighted allergens and any ‘may contain’ warnings for the specific product. | If someone needs to avoid certain ingredients, I have to check the recipe before offering them an ice lolly. For around 17% of consumers, this would be their first consideration. |
A box of six mini ice lollies won’t serve the same number of guests as a pack of 12 or 16. The total weight alone won’t tell you how many people you can serve.
Count your guests and check the number of ice lollies before comparing their size.
The fruit ice lolly listed by Auchan carries warnings that it may contain traces of milk, peanuts and nuts. So its fruity profile alone isn’t enough to tell you whether it’s suitable for someone with an allergy.
Read the label for the specific product, including the ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ warnings.
The Ministry of Agriculture gives −18 °C as the reference temperature for frozen foods. Auchan’s fruit ice lolly product information says not to refreeze a product once it has defrosted.
Pick up frozen products at the end of your shop, keep the journey home as short as possible and follow the storage instructions on the packaging.
The Magnum Mini box listed by Carrefour is aimed at groups looking for a selection of chocolate-coated recipes in smaller portions.
These ranges give you a few options to compare when choosing a pack size to suit your group.
The range includes several pack sizes to consider when planning portions for a group.
Fruit ice lollies are worth considering if your group prefers fruity flavours to a chocolate coating.
If you shop at ALDI, the MUCCI range is worth a look for its individual portions.
These individual portions are easy to count ahead of your film night: choose from fruity ice lollies, a chocolate mini assortment and boxes of four to 12. Pick a pack to suit your group’s tastes, and check each product’s label if anyone has dietary restrictions.
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This box is a good fit for a group looking to share 12 orange and cherry-flavoured portions.
Check the packaging for any ‘may contain’ warnings before serving someone with an allergy.
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Four portions let you plan on one bar per person for a small group. Check that this is enough for all your guests.
The recipe contains milk. Check the exact product label if anyone has dietary restrictions.
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The six mini ice lollies bring several recipes together in one box, making it a handy choice for a small group.
This product contains milk and may contain almonds and pistachios. Check the label before serving it to anyone affected.
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The 12 ice lollies come in five flavours, making this a good option for a group that wants a choice in one box.
The product information advises against this product for people at risk of an allergic reaction. Check the exact packaging before offering it to anyone affected.
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With eight 70 mL portions, this pack is a good choice for a group that fancies banana flavour.
Check the ingredients list and allergens on the packaging before serving guests who may be affected.
Count at least the number of people you’d like to serve, then decide whether you want a few spare portions. Check the number of pieces on the box: a higher total weight doesn’t necessarily mean it contains more ice lollies.
No. The fruit ice lolly listed by Auchan carries warnings that it may contain traces of milk, peanuts and nuts. Check the exact product label before serving it to anyone affected.
Check the number of pieces, quantity, ingredients list, allergens and storage instructions for the product you’ve chosen. In France, the Directorate-General for Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control reminds shoppers that allergenic ingredients must be highlighted on food labels.
Pick them up at the end of your shop, keep the journey time to a minimum and follow the packaging instructions when putting them back in the freezer. The Ministry of Agriculture gives −18 °C as the reference temperature for frozen foods. Auchan’s fruit ice lolly product information says not to refreeze a product once it has defrosted.