McDonald’s USA fans, it’s your time to experience a new way to enjoy the fast food chain’s most-loved sweet treat!
Have you met someone who just wants a bite of McDonald’s McFlurry and not it’s entirety? We all know that kind of person—or maybe you’re that person—who prefers small portions to stave off cravings. The good news is McDonald’s is launching a miniature version of the McFlurry! This McFlurry makeover will also highlight Mickey D’s commitment to sustainability.
Starting September 10, 2024, fans can get a mini serving of McFlurry in all participating McDonald’s locations nationwide. Along with the release of this craveable size, McDonald’s updated its packaging of the McFlurry cups. The brand is stepping up in its effort to phase out plastic cup lids, so both the Mini and Regular McFlurry can now be ordered in a more eco-friendly four-flap cup. According to McDonald’s, this will significantly help in waste reduction and its goal of sourcing packaging from environmentally-safe materials by 2025.
Aside from the U.S., the sustainable McFlurry cups are available in other international markets, including Canada and Indonesia.
McDonald’s in the News
McDonald’s is almost always in the news and it’s not that surprising. The fast food brand’s dedication to consistency and innovation is hard to match! If you haven’t been checking the latest stories about McDonald’s, I’ve got you covered. Here are some of the updates that sent social media buzz around the fast food chain:
McDonald’s x Krispy Kreme Collab
Krispy Kreme recently announced that its famous donuts will now be available in more places, including McDonald’s! Whether you’re eyeing the original glazed or the chocolate iced with sprinkles, you can get some at McDonald’s from breakfast time each day until supplies lasts. McDonald’s owners are thrilled about selling these donuts as they think this will make the breakfast experience even more fun!
McDonald’s Fall-Themed Menu
The fall season came in early at the fast food chain when it announced returning fan-favorites. McDonald’s brought back fall menu items to get you in the mood for the season. These include Pumpkin and Creme Pie, Pumpkin Spiced Iced Coffee, and Pumpkin Spice Latte. The Pumpkin and Creme Pie was hailed as one of their best fall desserts of all time, loved by many for being loaded with pumpkin and sweet cream filling.
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Exciting Treats Cooking at McDonald’s
Now, let’s highlight McDonald’s creativity at work. The fast food brand has been making bold, quiet moves about the release and testing of new menu items. They have the potential to shake up your McDonald’s experience or even win you as a loyal fan (if you’re not one yet). Here are some items we might get (hopefully, soon!) from McDonald’s:
- Big Arch: If you think Big Mac is the biggest treat you could get at your local McDonald’s, think again! The Big Arch is a new burger that could rival the size and value of a Big Mac. It’s been confirmed that this new sandwich is being tested in select, undisclosed markets. It features two patties, a new tangy sauce, crispy toppings, and melty cheese.
- McCrispy Chicken Strips: McDonald’s also confirmed that it tested new chicken tenders made with seasoned chicken filet found in a typical McCrispy. If officially released, the chicken tenders will likely be included in a returning Snack Wrap, based on the plans shared by McDonald’s President Joe Erlinger back in December 2023.
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From The Club
Let’s talk about how good the Mini McFlurry is! I’m actually one of those people who like having a dessert in small amounts, so I feel like this new item is made especially for me. 😂 Kidding aside, I can see that McDonald’s is really doing well on making the communities it serves much more cleaner. I admire how they push toward waste reduction and eco-friendly packaging. Time and time again, this brand proves that community connections and sustainable actions are the pillars of their growth.
Special thanks to @markie_devo for the image and tip!