Do you hear the sleigh bells ringing? We may be celebrating Halloween today, but when this day passes, we will start preparing for the Holiday festivities. These fast-food chains are starting off early this year, but we’re not complaining!
When you think of holidays, you think big. Huge and hearty feasts at the dinner table are the main attraction of holiday food. For this specific lineup, we beg to differ as we’re featuring snack-worthy food that you must try. If you’re up for some handheld meals, read along.
Craving for some good holiday stuffer sandwiches? You’re getting quite a lot with the new releases from Krystal, Hardee’s, and Arby’s. Make sure to leave room for some cinnamon-inspired biscuits. Indeed, the holiday season has never felt this good!
Krystal
Here at Krystal’s, we’re feasting on some sandwiches as the chain is known for serving these mini burgers or sliders called as Krystals. Since they serve these specialties, where else would you trust your sandwiches, right? Krystal is stepping up this holiday season with the introduction of their two new sandwich categories: Patty Melts and Cheesy Jalapeño Menu. Yup, we’re getting cheese overload sandwiches this holiday season, and we might have to thank Krystal for that. They’re available to get at participating Krystal locations nationwide.
Patty Melts
Featuring the classic American cheeseburger with a beef patty but make the cheese extra melty for an oozing hot feeling with every bite. If you want your cheeseburger melty, then this one’s made just for you.
- Classic Patty Melt – The classic cheeseburger is made with 100% USDA beef patties that have a melty American cheese topper that spreads throughout the patty. They’re served with an extra feeling of caramelized onions for a balance of sweetness, all sandwiched in toasted white bread.
- Cheesy Jalapeño Patty Melt – Spicy food lovers, it’s your time to shine. This patty melt option is taking a spin for a little spice. If that’s how you like your burger made, then don’t miss your chance to try the Cheesy Jalapeño Melt. It features juicy Krystal beef patties paired perfectly with melted jalapeño cheese and pickled jalapeños. For a sweet take, there’s a caramelized onion as everything’s sealed with Duke’s Spicy Habanero Mayo.
Cheesy Jalapeño Menu
If you think we’re done with jalapeño, you’re wrong, as more jalapeño is coming your way. Spicy food lovers here’s an extended menu if you happen to love the Cheesy Jalapeño Patty Melt. A little warning, things may be a little hot this time.
- Cheesy Jalapeño Krystal – If you opt for just the classic cheesy slider option but want it a little bit spicy, then this Cheesy Jalapeño Krystal might be for you. It features just the original Krystal slider that is topped with melty jalapeño cheese and smothered with Duke’s Spicy Habanero Mayo.
- Cheesy Jalapeño Chik – Do you prefer chicken? No problem, there’s the Cheesy Jalapeño Chik. It is made of a crispy fried chicken fillet, topped with melty jalapeño cheese, some pickled jalapeños, and smothered with Duke’s Spicy Habanero Mayo. It is all sandwiched between two soft, steamed buns.
- Cheesy Jalapeño Loaded Fries – Looking for the perfect side to match your cheesy jalapeño sandwiches? Then order this Cheesy Jalapeño Loaded Fries that features the fan-favorite golden fried fries. Of course, it’s layered with cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and some pickled jalapeños, all smothered with Duke’s Spicy Habanero Mayo.
In addition to these cheesy sandwiches, Krystal is also welcoming back their Holiday Streamer Boxes and fan-favorite Krystal Stuffing Recipe for this year’s holiday specials:
- Holiday Streamer Boxes – If you’re having a big crowd over at your home, then you can get these Holiday Streamer Boxes, which feature 24 Krystals inside.
- Krystal Stuffing Recipe – Stuffing season at Krystal is making its way just before Thanksgiving. This original take on the classic stuffing a la Krystal style features 24 Krystals displayed in a Holiday Streamer Box.
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Hardee’s
Here at Hardee’s, you’ll be receiving a holiday gift box with a surprise! We’re pretty sure that you’re gonna love it! A little clue: it’s a fan-favorite fast food item from years ago.
Following a 20-year hiatus of the favorite, the Cinnamon ‘N’ Raisin Biscuits made its grand return to Hardee’s menu in 2023, and they’ve flown in the pan ever since. This year, Hardee’s is offering new-generation fans a sweet deal by offering these biscuits all day long in packs of one, two, or four.
Sarah Breymaier, Vice President of Marketing at Hardee’s, said that they’re excited to bring back nostalgic flavors for their guests this holiday season. She added that there’s nothing like warm, fresh-baked Hardee’s biscuits for the festive season. True enough, this home-baked goodness makes a great gift to your friends and colleagues — remind them of a little something that smells like home.
But wait, there’s more to unbox! For the second time around, Hardee’s is bringing back the good old cherrywood-smoked Candied Bacon. Now, why is this a must-try? This bacon is candied in-house with caramelized brown sugar and seasoned with a hint of black pepper. Sounds amazing, right? If you’re up for a holiday breakfast, then you can enjoy a dish with a breakfast biscuit, freshly cracked egg, and Candied Bacon Frisco Burger. But if you just want to munch on some sweet and salty snacks while on the road, make sure to grab yourself some Candied Bacon Snack Pack. Hurry, as they’re available for a limited time only from November 6, 2024 – January 7, 2025.
Arby’s
Craving for some turkey? Don’t worry; you don’t have to wait until Thanksgiving to bite one. Here at Arby’s, they’re serving them early at participating locations nationwide. Say hello to the new Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler and Deep Fried Turkey Club, Arby’s Thanksgiving-inspired menu for this year.
These limited-time sandwiches can be enjoyed a la carte for $6.49 or a combo meal that is served with fries and a drink for a suggested price of $10.89. But how’s the taste? Let’s put it up for a closer inspection:
- Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler – This Thanksgiving-inspired gobbler features a thick-sliced turkey that is deep-fried and breast topped with some melty Swiss cheese. Other filling includes crispy onions, everything seasoning, herb spread, lettuce, and tomato, all served on a toasted buttery brioche bun.
Nutrition facts are as follows:
- 507 calories
- 21 grams of fat
- 8 grams of saturated fat
- 1705 milligrams of sodium
- 49 grams of carbs
- 12 grams of sugar
- 32 grams of protein
- Deep Fried Turkey Club – If you prefer the club sandwich style, you can pick this option instead. It comes with the same turkey, as well as cheddar cheese, bacon, lettuce, and tomato, served in a toasted brioche bun.
Nutrition facts are as follows:
- 513 calories
- 22 grams of fat
- 9 grams of saturated fat
- 1716 milligrams of sodium
- 42 grams of carbs
- 11 grams of sugar
- 37 grams of protein
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From The Club
I didn’t expect this many sandwich releases as part of Krystal, Hardee’s, and Arby’s holiday menus. Now, I can easily grab an on-the-go snack at this busy time of the year. I’m looking forward to Krystal’s Patty Melts and Cheesy Jalapeño Menu as a cheeseburger fan with Cheetos Jalapeño crunch in it. 😂 Weird as it sounds, but I like my cheeseburger that way.