Do you miss McDonald’s Snack Wraps? If so, you’re in good company. The franchise has thousands of people each day who beg them to bring back this handheld menu item. It’s hard to believe, but Snack Wraps have been a thing of the past for seven years. Thankfully, you can resurrect this relic by making our McDonald’s Snack Wrap Recipe.
This simple recipe features hand-breaded, well-seasoned chicken tenders fried to a golden crisp. The fried chicken is placed in a soft tortilla and topped with shredded Cheddar, lettuce, and your choice of sauces. Bookmark this recipe for the next time fast food nostalgia hits. You won’t regret it!
McDonald’s Snack Wrap 101
What’s the deal with McDonald’s Snack Wraps? Here’s the 411.
- McDonald’s discontinued its Snack Wraps because its employees said it was too hard to make them and still meet time goals.
- McDonald’s introduced their Snack Wraps in 2006, marketing them as healthier than burgers, which appealed to many athletes.
- Consumers’ favorite things about Snack Wraps are that they’re easy to eat and don’t make them feel “overly full.”
- McDonald’s Snack Wraps came in flavors like honey mustard, ranch, sweet chili sauce, and BBQ.
- McDonald’s is rumored to bring back their Snack Wraps as part of the McCrispy line in 2025, but experts say the new wraps will be entirely different from the old.
- Other restaurants have decided to fill the Snack Wrap void. Sonic, Burger King, and Wendy’s have all released their own recipe variations.
Cost Benefits of Making Our Copycat McDonald’s Snack Wrap Recipe
It’s hard to tell what the Snack Wrap would cost these days, but similar items from Wendy’s cost $6.49. In comparison, you can make our Copycat McDonald’s Snack Wrap for just $2.02. Keep in mind that this cost may differ based on locale.
Here’s how that breaks down:
- Chicken tenders or breast: $4.00
- Flour: $0.30
- Corn starch: $0.20
- Salt: $0.04
- Ground black pepper: $0.05
- Garlic powder: $0.05
- Smoked paprika: $0.10
- Cayenne pepper: $0.05
- Egg: $0.20
- Soda water: $0.50
- Soft flour tortillas: $1.00
- Shredded Cheddar cheese: $1.00
- Shredded lettuce: $0.50
- BBQ sauce: $0.10
Total cost ($8.09) divided by 4 servings = $2.02 per serving
How to Make McDonald’s Snack Wraps
Here’s how to make McDonald’s Snack Wraps from the comfort of your own kitchen.
Step One: Prep the Chicken
To prep the chicken, remove it from the package and trim any excess fat or gristle. If using chicken tenders, use a fork to remove the tendon. If using a large chicken breast, cut it so it resembles a chicken tender.
Step Two: Make the Batter
Fill a large pot or Dutch oven with oil and heat over medium heat until the oil reaches 350℉. Alternatively, you can use an electric deep fryer. Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl.
Whisk in the egg and slowly add the soda water, a little at a time, so the bowl doesn’t overflow. At this point, your mixture will be thin and loose and resemble crepe batter.
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Step Three: Fry the Chicken
Working in small batches, dip each piece of chicken into the batter twice, then transfer to the hot oil. Fry for 3-4 minutes or until tan in color. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Increase the oil’s temperature to 375℉ and return the chicken to the oil, frying for 2 more minutes until brown and crispy. Drain on a paper-towel-lined plate.
Step Four: Assemble the McDonald’s Snack Wraps
To assemble the McDonald’s Snack Wraps, lay a tortilla down and place a fried chicken tender over the top. Sprinkle with shredded Cheddar cheese, a little shredded lettuce, and the sauce of your choice.
Honey mustard, BBQ, ranch, Mambo sauce, and Thai sweet chili sauce are great options. Fold the tortilla to cover the filling and enjoy!
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What to Serve With Copycat McDonald’s Snack Wraps
Our Copycat McDonald’s Snack Wrap Recipe makes four wraps. Traditionally, this recipe is served on its own (especially if you have two!), but if you’d like a full meal, add some French fries, a side salad, and a Coke.
Make a build-your-own snack wrap bar for a fun family dinner with multiple types of tortillas (sundried tomato, etc.), sauces, and cheese. You can also add extra vegetables to amp up the health factor.
Storing Leftover McDonald’s Snack Wraps
Because this dish includes fresh veggies and sauce, the tortilla may get soggy if you make it ahead of time. An easy way around this is to make the fried chicken in advance and assemble the wraps right before eating. You can also freeze the fried chicken tenders for quick dinner prep.
The Classic McDonald’s Snack Wrap Recipe
Are you craving the simple flavors and the crunch of the McDonald's Snack Wraps? Well look no further because we have a spot on copycat recipe for you to enjoy. Best of all, this recipe is really easy to make and is a perfect lunchtime meal for the family on a hot day.
- Mixing Bowl
- Electric Deep Fryer
- 1 pound chicken tenders or breast (cut into strips)
- 1 count grapeseed oil for deep frying (Or choose your favorite)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch (+1 tablespoon)
- 1 cup flour
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 count large egg
- 1 1/2 cups soda water
- 4 count soft flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 count sauce of choice (BBQ, Ranch, Mambo, Sweet Chili, Honey Mustard, etc.)
To prep the chicken, remove it from the package and trim any excess fat or gristle. If using chicken tenders, use a fork to remove the tendon. If using a large chicken breast, cut it so it resembles a chicken tender.
Fill a large pot or Dutch oven with oil and heat over medium heat until the oil reaches 350℉. Alternatively, you can use an electric deep fryer.
Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl.
Whisk in the egg and slowly add the soda water, a little at a time, so the bowl doesn’t overflow. At this point, your mixture will be thin and loose and resemble crepe batter.
Working in small batches, dip each piece of chicken into the batter twice, then transfer to the hot oil. Fry for 3-4 minutes or until tan in color. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Increase the oil’s temperature to 375℉ and return the chicken to the oil, frying for 2 more minutes until brown and crispy. Drain on a paper-towel-lined plate.
To assemble the McDonald’s Snack Wraps, lay a tortilla down and place a fried chicken tender over the top. Add a sprinkle of shredded Cheddar cheese, a little shredded lettuce, and the sauce of your choice. Honey mustard, BBQ, ranch, Mambo sauce, and Thai sweet chili sauce are great options. Fold the tortilla to cover the filling and enjoy!
Be sure to check out some of our recipes for sauces such as the Cane’s Sauce, Mambo Sauce, or Sweet and Spicy Jam.