Hosts planning to serve several portions
If everyone needs their own ice lolly, count the individual lollies rather than just the boxes. Carrefour, Auchan and E.Leclerc offer sizes containing 8, 12 or 16, depending on the product.
Who are these sizes for?
Groups with different tastes
If you’d like to offer several flavours without opening multiple boxes, consider mini assortments. The Magnum and Carrefour Extra products featured by Auchan and Carrefour each include several flavours.
Shoppers keeping an eye on ingredients
If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, check every flavour in the box you choose. Carrefour Extra and Auchan product information lists ingredients such as milk, soya or almonds, depending on the product.
What should you check before choosing?
For a get-together, start by working out how many people you’re serving, then weigh up variety against portion size. Ingredients and storage requirements may rule out a format that otherwise seems easy to hand out.
| What to consider | What to check | Who is it for? |
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| Number of portions | Count the ice lollies and compare the net weight of the boxes you’re considering. | If everyone needs a portion, I want to know whether one box will be enough for the group. Around 42% of consumers would prioritise being able to serve everyone. |
| Variety and mini sizes | Check the flavours included and the quantity per lolly, in g or ml as stated on the product. | If tastes differ, I’d prefer several flavours and smaller portions in one box; this would be the main priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and storage | Read the allergen information for the exact product and check the storage instructions if you need to transport the ice lollies. | If I need to take an allergy or a journey into account, I want to be able to serve the ice lollies under the required conditions. Around 25% of consumers would put this first. |
Two mistakes to avoid
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Assuming an assortment will suit every guest
Different flavours in the same box may contain different ingredients and allergens. France’s Directorate-General for Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control reminds shoppers that allergens must be highlighted in the ingredients list of prepacked foods.
Check the label on the exact box before serving, and have an alternative ready separately if needed.
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Relying on an ordinary lunch box to keep ice lollies frozen
An individually wrapped format doesn’t guarantee that the required temperature will be maintained. The Joybuy product information for the Magnum mini assortment we checked specifies storage at −18 °C or below.
Before packing ice lollies to take with you, check the storage instructions for the product and make sure you can follow them until it’s time to eat.
Brands to compare when choosing a size
Magnum
Auchan offers an assortment of 6 Magnum mini ice lollies, with Classic, Almond and White Chocolate, as well as a 10-piece assortment.
- Several flavours in one box give you more choice when it’s time to serve.
- Sizes and ingredients vary, so check the box you choose for milk and nuts in particular.
Carrefour Extra
Carrefour offers an assortment of 8 mini ice lollies weighing 32 g each, with different chocolate coatings.
- The number of lollies and the quantity per lolly make it easier to plan portions.
- The product information lists milk, soya and almonds, and possible traces of eggs and other nuts.
Auchan
Auchan offers an assortment of 8 mini ice lollies, with a stated total weight of 258 g.
- The product information lists several flavours, including an almond version.
- The flavours listed contain milk; check the ingredients of each one if you have an allergy.
E.Leclerc / Eco+
E.Leclerc lists Eco+ packs of 12 and 16 ice lollies, as well as a 12-piece pack of mini ice lollies.
- These pack sizes give you useful options to compare for a group.
- Check the ingredients and allergen information for the product you choose before serving.
Joybuy products for sharing
These boxes of individually portioned frozen treats show a range of pack sizes for sharing with friends. Check how to prepare each product, its ingredients and its storage requirements before choosing.
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Maison de la Glace Water Ice Pops, 5 flavours, 12 pieces, 1,200 g
Worth considering if you want to hand out individual portions and offer a choice of flavours. Check the allergens on the packaging before serving guests who may be affected.
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ABC JELLY Fruity Jelly Bar Assorted Ice Pops
An assortment to consider if you’d like to offer a choice of flavours. Check the net weight on the packaging and freeze the ice lollies before serving, following the product instructions.
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Binggrae Melona Banana Ice Cream Bar, 8 × 70 ml
Serve eight individual portions if one flavour will suit the group. Check the ingredients list and allergen information for this product before buying.
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CAPRI-SUN Orange & Cherry Ice Pops, 12 pieces, 444 g
Twelve individual portions to consider for a group. Check the flavours and ingredients on the packaging before counting on this assortment to suit different preferences.
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MR FREEZE Mister Freeze Ice Pop, 64 × 105 ml
This large pack could be a good choice if you’re planning to serve lots of individual portions. Check the flavours included and the preparation and storage instructions before planning how to serve them.
Frequently asked questions
How can I tell if a multipack will be enough for a get-together?
Allow one portion for each person you want to serve, then compare the total with the number of ice lollies in the box. Products from Auchan, Carrefour and E.Leclerc include packs of 6, 8, 12 and 16, among other sizes. If ice lollies are the main dessert, factor that into the quantity you buy.
Should I choose mini ice lollies instead of a large pack?
Choose a mini assortment if smaller portions and several flavours matter more to your group than simply having as many lollies as possible. If your priority is to serve more people from one box, compare the number of lollies first, then the quantity per portion.
Which allergens should I check in an assortment?
Check the information for each flavour on the exact box, including any warnings about possible traces. The Carrefour Extra product information we checked lists milk, soya and almonds. France’s Directorate-General for Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control says allergens must be highlighted in the ingredients list of prepacked foods.
Can you take ice lollies in a lunch box?
Yes, but only if you can maintain the required storage temperature throughout the journey. For example, the Joybuy product information for the Magnum mini assortment we checked specifies storage at −18 °C or below. An ordinary lunch box won’t guarantee that this requirement is met.