Hold on to your fries because your McDonald’s experience is about to level up! Whether you’re looking for a secret combo or a new flavor twist, you’re in the right place. We’ve got 10 menu hacks that’ll make you wonder why you didn’t know about them sooner. You’ll never order the same way again!
10. Well Done Nuggets
If you want your chicken nuggets extra crispy, this is the trick! McDonald’s fans were actually shocked that it’s possible to have the nuggets cooked a little longer for that satisfying crisp. So the next time you stop by for a fix, kindly ask the staff to serve your nuggets “extra crispy.”
9. Hash Brown McMuffin
This one’s egg-citing, especially if you love both the hash browns and McMuffin! This creative twist on the traditional breakfast sandwich replaces the English muffin with perfectly crispy hash browns. If you love the muffin, simply add the hash brown in the sandwich for an added layer of flavor and texture.
8. Surf and Turf
Surf and Turf combines two of the most popular items from the brand: Double Cheeseburger and Filet-O-Fish. It’s no secret that the fish patty has a stronger flavor profile than its beef counter part. But that’s true if you’ve got one each of these patties in a sandwich. So it’s for you to find out if using the Double Cheeseburger + Filet-O-Fish combo will yield more balanced flavors!
7. Coffee Milkshake
We love McDonald’s vanilla shake but it just hits different with a coffee flavor mixed in. For this hack, you just need to order a vanilla shake and a McCafé espresso shot. Pour the espresso shot into the shake, stir, and enjoy! If you’re feeling a little adventurous, you can also try adding McCafé Caramel Macchiato instead, or combine chocolate shake with McCafé Cappuccino.
6. Steamed Bun for Your Burgers
Ex-McDonald’s chef Mike Haracz shared this special hack that will let you experience McDonald’s burgers in a new and different way. By requesting a steamed bun for your preferred burger, it should let you taste more of the ingredients in the sandwich. Fans who tried the hack thought that the steamed buns were better than the traditional ones.
5. Crunchy Double
Not a fan of big-stacked burgers? Try the Crunchy Double! With this hack, you have to combine a Double Cheeseburger and a 6-piece chicken nuggets. The nuggets will go under the beef patty; if you can’t add or balance all six, try again with four pieces. Don’t forget the tangy BBQ sauce that will add a depth of flavor to the burger!
4. Hash Brown McFlurry Sandwich
We all know someone who dips their fries into a sundae, and that gives us the idea that salty and sweet flavors go perfectly well. Here’s another way to experience the combo: order two hash browns and your choice of ice cream (try OREO McFlurry if available) and then assemble the sandwich, wherein the hash browns will serve as the bun!
3. Land, Air, and Sea
One of the popular off-menu items from McDonald’s is this gigantic sandwich that contains meat from animals that can walk, fly, and swim. Hence, you’ll have to combine the Big Mac (land), a Filet-O-Fish (sea), and a McChicken (air). The thing is McDonald’s will not build it for you, so you’ll need to do the assembly yourself and stack the main ingredients of the sandwiches.
2. Mc10:35
If you ever find yourself in a McDonald’s restaurant at 10:35 A.M., don’t miss the chance to try this unofficial menu item! It’s a mashup of the Egg McMuffin and the McDouble, which you can order when the breakfast hours end and lunch begins (around 10:35 A.M.). Enjoy the best of both menus, and of course, a tasty new brunch option!
1. Cheaper Big Mac
And finally, for the number one spot, we have the iconic Big Mac (but not exactly). It’s no secret that it’s one of the more expensive items on the menu, so we’re letting you in on a secret: you can get a sandwich that’s like a Big Mac, but cheaper. Get a McDouble with all of the Big Mac toppings and enjoy all of the same flavors while saving a couple of bucks.