Who is this option for?

People looking for a strictly sugar-free product

If you’re focused on the actual sugar content, don’t rely on the words ‘no added sugar’. Compare the ‘of which sugars’ figure for the exact product with your requirements.

Fans of fruit ice lollies with no added sugar

If you’re happy to have sugars that occur naturally in fruit, check the ingredients and the amount of sugar in each lolly. Also check the allergen information.

People who want to enjoy an ice lolly on a journey

Your choice also depends on when you plan to eat the lolly and whether you can follow its storage instructions. The product information for the Auchan mango and passion fruit lolly says to keep it in the freezer and not to refreeze it once thawed.

What should you look for?

Before choosing an ice lolly to take with you, decide what you mean by ‘sugar-free’, then check the portion you’ll eat and the conditions of your journey.

What to check Look for Who is it for?
Actual sugar content Know the difference between ‘sugar-free’ and ‘no added sugar’; check ‘of which sugars’ per 100 g and per lolly. I want to know how much sugar my ice lolly actually contains, even if no sugar has been added. Around 42% of consumers would make sugar content their top priority.
Recipe and portion size Check the ingredients, allergen information and weight of each lolly. A fruit lolly with no added sugar suits me if its ingredients and portion size match what I’m looking for. Around 33% of consumers would put this need first.
Storage during the journey Check the storage instructions and plan when you’ll eat the lolly. If I’m not eating my ice lolly straight away, I need to be able to store it as instructed until I’m ready to enjoy it. Around 25% of consumers would put this constraint ahead of the other criteria.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Confusing ‘no added sugar’ with ‘sugar-free’

    ‘No added sugar’ doesn’t rule out sugars that occur naturally. The Auchan mango and passion fruit lolly carries this claim and contains 19 g of sugars per 100 g.

    If sugar content is important to you, compare the ‘of which sugars’ figure rather than relying on the claim on the front of the pack.

  • Comparing packs without checking the size of the lollies

    The figure per 100 g may not reflect the amount you’ll eat. The Auchan mango and passion fruit pack contains four 60 g lollies, with 11 g of sugars listed per lolly.

    Use the figures per 100 g to compare products, then check the per-portion figures to see how much sugar is in the amount you plan to eat.

  • Planning a long journey without a suitable way to keep your lolly frozen

    An ice lolly you take with you is still a frozen product. The Auchan mango and passion fruit product information says to store it in the freezer at −18 °C and never to refreeze it once thawed.

    Before buying, check the instructions for your chosen product and plan to eat it promptly or make sure you can store it as directed.

  • Assuming you know what’s in an ice lolly from its brand or supermarket aisle

    The ranges checked at Auchan and ALDI include several formats, including mini lollies and coated products. Being on the same shelf tells you nothing about the sugar content of a particular variety.

    Check the label of the product you’re considering: ingredients, nutritional information, portion size and allergen information.

Brands to consider by product

A brand or format alone doesn’t tell you whether an ice lolly has no added sugar or is sugar-free. Compare the information for each product.

AUCHAN

Auchan offers a ‘no added sugar’ 100% fruit mango and passion fruit lolly in a pack of four 60 g lollies.

  • Its product information lists the ingredients, nutritional values per 100 g and per lolly, and storage instructions.
  • This product contains 19 g of sugars per 100 g, so the ‘no added sugar’ claim doesn’t mean it is sugar-free.

Magnum

Magnum products feature among the ice lollies and frozen confectionery listed by Auchan and ALDI France.

  • The ranges include items such as mini lollies and ice cream bites.
  • If you’re watching your sugar intake, check the ingredients and nutritional information for the specific variety you’re considering.

MUCCI

MUCCI features in ALDI France’s frozen dessert range, including mini lollies and double-coated lollies.

  • These formats give you an idea of the different product sizes in the range.
  • Neither a mini format nor a coating means that a product has no added sugar or is sugar-free.

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Frequently asked questions

Does ‘no added sugar’ mean an ice lolly is sugar-free?

No. ‘No added sugar’ doesn’t mean that a product contains no sugars that occur naturally. This claim is governed by European Union Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. For example, the Auchan mango and passion fruit lolly carrying this claim contains 19 g of sugars per 100 g and 11 g per 60 g portion.

How can I compare two ice lollies of different sizes?

Compare their nutritional values per 100 g, then check the figures per lolly where available. The DGCCRF explains that nutritional information given per 100 g or 100 ml makes products easier to compare. The per-portion figure then helps you assess how much you plan to eat.

Can you refreeze an ice lolly that has thawed during a journey?

No. The product information for the Auchan mango and passion fruit lolly says never to refreeze it once thawed. Check the instructions for your chosen product and plan your journey so you can eat it promptly or store it as directed.