Families serving individual portions
If everyone has breakfast at a different time, separate pots of plain yoghurt can make serving easier. Check the organic certification and ingredients of the multipack you choose.
When shopping for a large family, first choose a Greek-style yoghurt whose organic status is clearly shown on the packaging, then pick a pack size that suits how much you eat. Multipacks of individual pots make it easy to serve separate portions; a large tub can work well for bowls and recipes, as long as you can store it properly and use it within the stated time. Also compare the type of milk and fat content of the specific products you’re considering.
If everyone has breakfast at a different time, separate pots of plain yoghurt can make serving easier. Check the organic certification and ingredients of the multipack you choose.
A 400 g or 1 kg tub can be used for breakfast bowls and recipes. Choose a quantity that suits your eating habits and the use-by date.
The type of milk and fat content can help you choose between products. Among the products listed by Carrefour and Auchan, stated fat contents range from 2% to 10%, depending on the recipe. Always check the nutrition information for the product you choose.
| Criteria | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Organic status | Look for the EU organic logo or the AB logo on the specific product, then read its ingredients list. | I want to confirm that the yoghurt is organic before comparing recipes; around 25% of consumers put this check first. |
| Quantity and pack size | Compare the total weight of multipacks and large tubs, as well as the use-by date. | For bowls and family meals, I’m looking for a quantity we can use in time. Pack size is the main consideration for around 31% of consumers. |
| Recipe and fat content | Compare the fat and saturated fat per 100 g in the nutrition information. | I want to choose between a recipe with 2% fat and one with a higher fat content, depending on our preferences; around 25% of consumers prioritise this distinction. |
| Type of milk | Check which type of milk is used and read the allergen declaration for the product you choose. | If my household prefers either cow’s or sheep’s milk, I need to check the exact recipe; around 19% of consumers prioritise the type of milk and allergens. |
“Greek-style” describes a type of product, not its organic certification. Similar-looking packaging on the shelf isn’t enough to confirm a product’s status.
Check the organic logos and labelling on the pot or multipack you’re buying.
A large tub is only practical if you can use the amount for your planned breakfasts and recipes before the use-by date.
Compare the total weight of different pack sizes and check the storage instructions for before and after opening.
The organic products listed by Carrefour and Auchan have stated fat contents of 2%, 8.5% or 10%, depending on the product.
Read the nutrition information per 100 g for each product, especially the fat and saturated fat content.
Yoghurt must be kept refrigerated, and you should follow the use-by date. When doing a big shop, take particular care with how long chilled products are out of the fridge.
Anses advises picking up chilled products at the end of your shop and putting them in the fridge promptly. Take an insulated bag if your journey calls for one.
These examples let you compare specific pack sizes and recipes. The features of one product don’t necessarily apply to a brand’s entire range.
Carrefour offers organic plain Greek-style yoghurt in a pack of 4 × 125 g.
Auchan offers organic plain yoghurt made with cow’s milk in a pack of 4 × 125 g, and organic plain yoghurt made with sheep’s milk in a pack of 2 × 150 g.
The E.Leclerc catalogue lists Bio Village organic plain Greek-style yoghurt in a pack of 4 × 125 g.
Check the organic information on the packaging of the specific product, especially for the EU organic logo or the AB logo. Agence Bio explains that the EU organic logo confirms compliance with European Union rules on organic farming; the words “Greek-style” alone don’t tell you whether a product is certified.
Individual pots are a good choice if you want to serve separate portions, while a large tub can work well for bowls and cooking. Carrefour lists, among other options, an organic multipack of 4 × 125 g and an organic 1 kg tub. Choose according to how much your household can use within the conditions and time stated on the product.
Pick up yoghurt at the end of your shop and put it in the fridge as soon as you get home. Anses advises keeping the transport time for chilled products to a minimum and using an insulated bag if needed. Then follow the use-by date and the instructions on the packaging.