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A freezer full of ice lollies sounds simple, but when shopping online, the differences between packs and brand names can quickly become difficult to spot. A large multipack is not automatically better value. A product with fruit on the packaging does not always contain much fruit. And “sugar-free” does not mean that an ice lolly contains no sweeteners or other points to consider.
With these checks, you can make a more informed choice between water ice lollies, ice cream, ice lollies, ice cream bars and cones. That way, you can buy a pack that suits your household, taste and occasion.
A pack containing twelve ice lollies may look appealing, but also check the amount per piece. A 50 ml Festini ice lolly is smaller than a 90 ml Cornetto. So, compare not only the price per pack, but also the price per ice lolly and, where possible, the price per 100 ml.
For fruit ice lollies, the percentage of fruit is more important than a large picture of strawberries or pears. According to the product information, OLA Festini Strawberry contains 15% strawberry purée. Festini Pear contains 20% pear purée. This tells you something about the ingredients, but not automatically about the intensity of the flavour or the nutritional value.
You should also read claims such as “with vitamin C” in context. Festini lists 25 mg of vitamin C per ice lolly. This is product information, not general health advice.
Ice cream, chocolate ice cream and cones often contain milk, lactose, gluten, soya or nuts. Cornetto Classico contains, among other ingredients, hazelnuts, wheat, egg and milk. According to the packaging, Cornetto Max Pistachio contains pistachios and may contain other nuts.
Also check that your freezer is set to approximately -18 °C. Most of the products mentioned should be stored at this temperature. As a general rule, thawed products should not be refrozen. Always check the current information on the label of the pack you receive.
Water ice lollies consist mainly of water, sugar, fruit juice or fruit purée and stabilisers. They are often smaller and generally contain little fat. Examples include OLA Festini Strawberry, Festini Pear and OLA Split. Split combines orange water ice with vanilla-flavoured ice cream and, according to the product information, contains 65 kcal per lolly.
Ice cream contains milk, cream or milk powder as important ingredients. This gives it a noticeably different texture from fruit ice. Mars Ice Cream Bars Chocolate Caramel combine ice cream with caramel and a cocoa coating. Magnum products also focus on a creamy texture, with chocolate coating, nuts, caramel or a fruity filling.
Pay attention to the combination of millilitres, grams and the number of pieces:
Millilitres indicate volume, while grams indicate weight. Because ice cream can contain air, these figures may differ. Therefore, only use the nutritional values per 100 grams or per 100 ml to compare products labelled in the same way.
If you are looking for less sugar, you can consider sugar-free ice lollies, but always read the full ingredients list. According to the product information, Candyman Freezing Lollies Sugar Free contains maltitol and sucralose. So, a product can still contain sweeteners. Also check the warnings on the packaging, as sweeteners such as maltitol can have a laxative effect for some people.
The nutritional values listed on the various product pages are not always presented in exactly the same way. If in doubt, the physical label takes precedence. So, do not use terms such as “light”, “sugar-free” or “with fruit” as your only selection criterion.
Why it suits this profile: The pack contains twelve small fruit ice lollies, making it practical for families who want to keep several portions in the freezer.
The number of pieces and volume per piece are clearly stated: 12 x 50 ml. This makes it easy to check the portion size and price per ice lolly.
According to the product information, each ice lolly contains strawberry purée and 40 kcal. The product should be stored at -18 °C.
Why it suits this profile: This multipack is aimed at fans of pistachio ice cream, a creamy texture and a cocoa coating.
The ingredients list 2.5% pistachio paste and 1% pistachios. If you have a nut allergy, also check the statement that other nuts may be present.
Three 90 ml portions, pistachio paste, pistachios and a cocoa coating. The listed energy value is 335 kcal per 100 grams.
Why it suits this profile: A shareable pack of individually wrapped cones is practical for visitors, days out or several serving occasions.
The product information specifies the cone, vanilla ice cream base, chocolate topping and hazelnut. This means you know what you are buying in advance.
Six 90 ml cones with vanilla ice cream, cocoa topping, wafer and chocolate tip. Store at -18 °C.
Why it suits this profile: This product combines vanilla ice cream, strawberry and lime sauce and a sorbet layer for anyone who does not want exclusively water ice or ice cream.
The product description states the proportions of the sorbet layer and sauce. Milk and lactose are also listed as allergens.
Three 90 ml ice lollies, 95 kcal per ice lolly according to the product information, and no gluten according to the product description.
We have put together a complete, up-to-date list of products that fully meet these strict selection criteria and the applicable European safety regulations.
The best-before date is shown on the packaging and applies as long as the product has been kept continuously frozen. A constant temperature of -18 °C helps maintain quality. Do not store a box in a warm freezer for an extended period or next to products that are frequently thawed.
It depends on the product. Fruit ice often contains less fat, but it can still contain sugar or syrup. Therefore, compare the nutritional value per 100 grams and the portion size. A small water ice lolly may contain less energy than a large ice cream, but the ingredients remain the deciding factor.
A multipack is often practical for families, but calculate the price per piece and per 100 ml. A box containing more ice lollies may contain smaller portions. Also consider the flavours: a lower price is no help if several varieties remain uneaten in the freezer.
