For Epiphany, mini ice lollies are a handy choice if you want to count out portions before serving. An assortment also lets you offer a few different recipes. Check the number of lollies, the amount per lolly and the allergens in the box you choose, especially if it includes an almond recipe.
If you’re serving frozen dessert to a group, individually wrapped lollies save you from having to cut up a tub of ice cream or scoop it out. For example, Carrefour describes a Carrefour Extra assortment of 8 lollies, each weighing 32 g.
An assortment lets you offer several recipes in one box. Auchan describes a Magnum Mini assortment containing Classic, Almond and White Chocolate; check that these options suit your guests before serving.
For an Epiphany dessert, start with the number of guests, then consider the size of the lollies, the recipes included and the ingredients in the specific box you’re buying.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Portion size | Check the amount per lolly. Carrefour states that each lolly in its Carrefour Extra assortment of 8 weighs 32 g. | I want to offer a small, pre-portioned frozen dessert without having to divide it up when serving. Around 37% of consumers would put individual portion size at the top of their list. |
| Choice of flavours | Check which recipes are in the box: Auchan lists Classic, Almond and White Chocolate in a Magnum Mini assortment. | When people around the table have different tastes, I’d rather let everyone choose from a few recipes. This variety would be the top priority for around 27% of consumers. |
| Number of lollies | Count the lollies rather than relying on the total weight alone: Carrefour describes a box of 8, while ALDI lists a box of 12 MUCCI lollies. | When I’m serving a group, I want to know whether the box contains enough lollies for everyone. Around 18% of consumers would prioritise the number of portions. |
| Allergens | Read the ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the specific product, as ingredients can vary between recipes. | If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, I need to check every recipe before serving. This would be the main deciding factor for around 18% of consumers. |
A box of 8 gives you one lolly per person for a group of eight; the small size alone doesn’t tell you how many portions are included.
Count your guests and decide how many lollies you’d like to serve each person, then check the number of lollies stated on the box.
If the box doesn’t contain enough lollies, you’ll need another one for the occasion.
Ingredients and ‘may contain’ warnings can vary between products, even within the same brand. For example, Carrefour lists milk, soya and almonds in a Carrefour Extra assortment, while its fruit version has different possible ‘may contain’ warnings.
Before serving someone with an allergy or dietary restriction, read the label on the box you’ve actually bought, including any ‘may contain’ warnings.
Auchan lists Magnum mini lolly assortments containing Classic, Almond and White Chocolate, in boxes of 6 or 10 depending on the product.
Carrefour offers, among other options, an assortment of 8 mini lollies weighing 32 g each, as well as a separate fruit version.
ALDI France offers a box of 12 MUCCI mini lollies in milk chocolate, white chocolate, almond and classic recipes.
Both products work well as individual frozen treats for Epiphany. The Magnum is a mini Classic lolly; the CAPRI-SUN products are orange and cherry ice pops, not mini ice cream lollies.
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Serve a Classic recipe in individual portions: the box contains 6 lollies, each 55 ml, with no assorted flavours indicated in the product name.
Check the allergens on the packaging before serving.
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Choose these individual ice pops instead of mini ice cream lollies: the box contains 12 pieces, weighing 444 g in total.
The name mentions orange and cherry, but doesn’t say whether the pieces are split between two distinct flavours. Check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging.
Allow at least one lolly per person if it’s the only frozen dessert you’re serving, then adjust the amount if you’d like to offer seconds. Check the number of lollies on the box: the Carrefour Extra assortment described by Carrefour contains 8.
An assortment is useful if your guests would like a choice of recipes; a box with one flavour is fine if that choice isn’t needed. Auchan describes a Magnum Mini assortment that includes an Almond recipe, among others. Check the ingredients in each product before serving.
Check the ingredients, allergens and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the specific box, especially if a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients. Also check the number of pieces, net weight and storage instructions on the packaging.