To choose a “sugar-free” ice lolly while keeping fat to a minimum, check the claim on the packaging, the “of which sugars” line and the “fat” line separately, both per 100 g and per portion. Auchan’s 100% fruit ice lollies contain less than 0.5 g of fat per 100 g, but 17–19 g of sugars per 100 g, so they do not meet a strict “sugar-free” requirement.
You compare the fat content first, without assuming that a fruit-based or plant-based lolly will meet your needs. Per 100 g, Auchan lists less than 0.5 g for its Mango & Passion Fruit and Strawberry 100% fruit ice lollies, compared with 22 g listed by Magnum for Vegan Almond. These figures apply only to these specific products.
You need to distinguish this claim from “no added sugars”. Sugars that occur naturally are also included on the “of which sugars” line, as explained by the French National Consumer Institute. So, a fruit-based product’s claim alone isn’t enough to tell you whether it meets your needs.
You’re happy for the product to contain sugars from fruit, but want to compare recipes. Check the “of which sugars” and fat figures, ingredients and allergen information for your chosen lolly.
Start with the factor you’re not willing to compromise on: no sugars or the amount of fat. If you prefer fruit products with no added sugars, you’ll need to read the label differently.
| Criteria | What to check | Who it’s for |
|---|---|---|
| “Sugar-free” claim | Look for the exact claim, then check “of which sugars” per 100 g or 100 ml. “No added sugars” means something different. | If I’m looking strictly for a “sugar-free” ice lolly, one labelled simply “no added sugars” won’t meet my needs. Around 40% of consumers prioritise this distinction. |
| Fat | Compare the “fat” figure per 100 g, then per portion consumed. Don’t rely on the “vegan” claim alone. | If I want to limit fat, I need to be able to check the amount listed before choosing a flavour or coating. Around 40% of consumers share this priority. |
| Fruit-based recipe | Read the ingredients, the “of which sugars” figure and any allergen trace information on the pack you choose. | A fruit lolly with no added sugars may appeal to me even if the fruit contributes sugars. I also want to know about the ingredients and any traces listed. Around 20% of consumers prioritise this compromise. |
Auchan’s Mango & Passion Fruit and Strawberry 100% fruit ice lollies carry the first claim, but Auchan lists 19 g and 17 g of sugars per 100 g respectively.
If having no sugars is essential for you, look for a claim that matches your needs and check the “of which sugars” line.
Magnum lists 22 g of fat per 100 g for Vegan Almond. The fact that this product is plant-based doesn’t tell you about its nutritional composition on its own.
Check the fat content of the specific product before looking at the sugars and the portion you plan to eat.
The product information for both Auchan 100% fruit ice lollies warns that they may contain traces of cereals containing gluten, peanuts and other nuts. It also says not to refreeze after defrosting.
Read the information on the pack you buy, store it at -18 °C and don’t refreeze a product once it has defrosted.
Auchan’s Mango & Passion Fruit and Strawberry 100% fruit ice lollies, with no added sugars, offer two fruit-based recipes to compare.
Vegan Almond is a plant-based lolly made with soya, chocolate and almonds. Compare it with fruit-based recipes if you’re considering a coated product.
ALDI offers MUCCI ice lollies and mini lollies among its frozen desserts.
No, they’re two different claims. As explained by the French National Consumer Institute, the “of which sugars” line also includes sugars that occur naturally. Check it even if the lolly is labelled “no added sugars”.
No. Auchan lists 19 g of sugars per 100 g for Mango & Passion Fruit and 17 g per 100 g for Strawberry. Their less than 0.5 g of fat per 100 g meets a different criterion; you need to check both figures separately.
No. Magnum lists 22 g of fat per 100 g for its Vegan Almond lolly. For another plant-based product, check the nutritional values for that exact product rather than assuming its composition from the “vegan” claim.
Check the allergen information and storage instructions for the product you choose. For the two 100% fruit ice lollies mentioned here, Auchan warns that they may contain traces of cereals containing gluten, peanuts and other nuts. Store them at -18 °C and don’t refreeze them after defrosting.