For an individual mid-morning break, start by comparing the size of each ice lolly and the number in the pack, rather than looking at the box alone. An assortment of different flavours is better suited to sharing. If you’re taking ice lollies in a lunchbox, choosing a multipack isn’t enough: they need to stay frozen until you eat them, and it’s worth checking the ingredients for each recipe.
If you occasionally have an ice lolly mid-morning, check the individual portion size before considering the total number in the pack. Carrefour France and Auchan France product listings include mini formats, for example, but their measurements in grams or millilitres aren’t directly comparable.
An assortment means you don’t have to choose just one flavour for the whole household. An Auchan France listing for a Magnum assortment describes a box of 10 mini ice creams in Classic, Almond and White Chocolate flavours; check the recipes in the box you’re buying.
If ingredients or allergens matter to your choice, read the information for each product and flavour. If you’re planning to take the ice lollies with you, think about how you’ll keep them frozen too: an ordinary lunchbox isn’t a substitute for a way to keep food cold.
For a mid-morning break, start with the portion you want to serve. Then decide whether the number of ice lollies and the flavours will suit anyone you’re sharing the box with. Check the ingredients and transport requirements separately.
| What to consider | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Individual portion | The weight or volume of each ice lolly, followed by the nutritional information per portion, if provided. Carrefour France’s listing features a Carrefour Extra assortment of 8 ice lollies, each weighing 32 g. | If I’m having an ice lolly as an occasional treat, I want to know the size of the one I’ll take out of the box. Around 46% of consumers would prioritise individual portion size. |
| Sharing and flavours | The number of ice lollies and the flavours actually included. According to its Auchan France listing, a Magnum assortment contains 10 mini ice creams of 55 ml in three flavours. | When sharing, I’d rather be able to offer a choice of flavours without opening several boxes; around 27% of consumers would prioritise sharing. |
| Ingredients and allergens | The ingredients list and allergen information for the exact box, including details for the other flavours in an assortment. | If a recipe needs to meet a dietary requirement, I check every flavour before choosing the pack. Around 18% of consumers would put this check first. |
| Keeping them cold | The storage instructions and whether you can keep the ice lollies frozen until you eat them. Anses recommends using an insulated bag and keeping transport time for frozen food to a minimum. | If I want to take my treat with me, I first need to be able to keep it frozen during the journey; around 9% of consumers would make this their priority. |
The size of the box doesn’t determine whether the ice lollies will stay frozen. Anses recommends keeping transport time for frozen food to a minimum and using an insulated bag; the Ministry of Agriculture gives −18 °C as the reference temperature for frozen storage.
Only plan to take an ice lolly for your break if you can keep it frozen until you’re ready to eat it. Follow the storage instructions on the box and don’t refreeze a product once it has thawed.
Eight small ice lollies and six of another product aren’t necessarily the same portion size. Carrefour France and Auchan France listings also use different units for different products, including grams and millilitres.
Check the quantity per ice lolly, as well as the nutritional information per portion if it’s shown on the pack. Don’t convert volume to weight unless you have product-specific information.
An assortment may contain several recipes. The Carrefour France listing for the Carrefour Extra assortment mentions milk, soya and almonds, as well as possible traces of eggs and other nuts for this product.
Read the ingredients and allergen information for the whole pack before sharing it, rather than relying on the details for just the flavour you’re interested in.
Auchan France listings include a pack of 6 mini ice lollies and an assortment of 10 in three flavours.
The Carrefour France listing describes an assortment of 8 mini ice lollies, each weighing 32 g, with a range of coatings.
ALDI France features MUCCI ice lollies in packs of 4, among other products.
Auchan France lists an AUCHAN BIO Fruity Mix ice lolly in a pack of 6, with a stated total weight of 350 g.
These packs of ice lollies and sorbet lollies come in different sizes and flavours, for an individual treat or sharing. If you’re taking one with you, always check that you’ll be able to keep it frozen until you eat it.
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This pack could be a good choice if you’d like several individual ice lollies in two flavours to share. It contains 12 ice lollies, with a stated total weight of 444 g.
If ingredients or allergens matter to your choice, check the information on the packaging.
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This assortment is a good option if you’re looking for a box of six mini ice lollies with a choice of flavours. The stated total weight is 254 g.
Check the flavour mix, portion size per ice lolly and allergen information on the exact box, especially if nuts are a concern.
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This pack makes it easy to see the portion size at a glance: six ice lollies, each measuring 60 ml.
If you need to consider allergens, check the information on the packaging before sharing the ice lollies.
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This pack of four is a good choice if you’re looking for coconut sorbet lollies rather than a selection of flavours. The stated total weight is 280 g.
If allergens are a concern, check the packaging for information about possible traces. The product listing advises against giving this product to children under 36 months.
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This pack is a good choice if you’re looking for eight individual melon portions, each listed as 70 ml.
Check the packaging for ingredients and allergens before deciding whether it’s right for everyone sharing the box.
Yes, but only if you can keep it frozen until you eat it. Anses recommends using an insulated bag and keeping transport time for frozen food as short as possible; the Ministry of Agriculture gives −18 °C as the reference temperature for frozen storage. How well it stays cold depends on factors including the container, ice packs, outside temperature and journey time.
No. Anses recommends not refreezing food once it has thawed. The Auchan France listing for Magnum Mini Classic gives the same instruction for this product. So, before planning to take an ice lolly with you, make sure you’ll be able to keep it frozen.
For an occasional treat on your own, first compare the quantity per ice lolly and how many you need. If you’re sharing a choice of flavours, an assortment may be a better fit. Carrefour France lists a Carrefour Extra assortment of 8 ice lollies weighing 32 g each, while Auchan France describes a Magnum assortment of 10 mini ice creams in three flavours.
No. ‘Mini’ describes the size, not the ingredients in a recipe. The Carrefour France listing for the Carrefour Extra assortment mentions milk, soya and almonds, as well as possible traces of other allergens. Read the information on the exact box and for every flavour included.