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Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
McDonald's McDonaldland meal returns on August 12 with surprise elements fans didn't expect — here's what we know so far
McDonald's is tapping into nostalgia once again with the return of its McDonaldland mascots in a new adult Happy Meal set to launch on August 12. Featuring familiar characters like Grimace, Birdie, and the Hamburglar, the release is designed to create buzz and boost engagement, especially as the company prepares to share its Q2 financial earnings following its weakest performance since the pandemic. McDonaldland meal launches with nostalgic characters & shake The new McDonaldland Meal will be available for a limited time and includes a choice between a Quarter Pounder with Cheese or 10-piece Chicken McNuggets, served with fries and a new Mt. McDonaldland Shake. Inspired by a volcano from McDonald's fictional McDonaldland universe, the shake features a vibrant blue color, pink whipped cream, berry flavors, and soft serve. The pricing for this special meal will be determined individually by each location, McDonald's clarified. the reunion I've been waiting a trip to get the mcdonaldland meal 8.12 Past releases have boosted sales and demand This isn't McDonald's first attempt at turning nostalgia into a revenue driver. The adult Happy Meals released in October 2022, featuring Cactus Plant Flea Market toys, quickly sold out and drove a secondary market boom online. Similarly, last summer's Collector Meal, which came with a collectible cup, helped stir consumer interest. McDonald's has historically leaned on special promotions, celebrity tie-ins, and limited runs to push sales and generate conversation—often leading to ingredient shortages due to sudden spikes in demand. Collectible tins & limited-edition merchandise add to appeal Each new McDonaldland Meal will also include one of six collectible tins, each themed around a different McDonaldland character. These tins contain postcards, stickers, and other character-inspired items meant to evoke childhood memories for adult consumers. In addition to the meals, McDonald's is collaborating on two separate limited-edition merchandise drops. The first, in partnership with Pacsun, will launch on August 12, the same day as the meal. A second release, in collaboration with Away, will follow on August 18. NEW RONALD MCDONALD COMMERCIAL IN 2025! Looking ahead: Financial results & marketing strategy McDonald's is scheduled to report its second-quarter earnings this week, the first major financial update since May. The company is under pressure to rebound after reporting its weakest results since the pandemic. With the return of beloved mascots, a new shake, collectibles, and exclusive merch, this campaign is expected to reignite interest and potentially uplift short-term sales, continuing McDonald's strategy of leveraging nostalgia to strengthen brand loyalty and consumer engagement.
USA Today
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
McDonaldland meal with volcano shake to joins menu for limited-time. Here's when
McDonald's upcoming meal item is taking customers back to the forgotten fantasy world known as McDonaldland. Starting Aug. 12, the McDonaldland meal will join menus nationwide for a limited time, featuring a colorful shake inspired by the fast-food chain's fictional whimsical world. The meal includes a new Mt. McDonaldland shake, a side of fries, and a customer's choice of either a Quarter Pounder with Cheese or 10-piece McNuggets, according to an Aug. 5 news release. The shake pays ode to a volcano from McDonaldland with the vibrant drink representing blue "lava" and pink clouds. The company also announced the launch of limited-edition merch inspired by McDonaldland through collaborations with clothing brand Pacsun and accessories retailer Away. The Pacsun collaborations will feature sweat sets and graphic tees available as soon as Aug. 12, while the Away collaboration will include luggage tags and bag charms available starting Aug. 18 while supplies last, McDonald's said. What is McDonaldland? McDonaldland is McDonald's promotional fantasy world that debuted in 1971 and was featured in games and movies. The fictional world is home to quirky landmarks from Apple Pie Trees and Hamburger Patches to the volcanic yet vibrant Mt. McDonaldland as well as many brand characters. "Now the gang is back together, and fans can rediscover the epic world and its characters or experience it for the first time – all through the meal," McDonald's wrote in the news release.
USA Today
10-07-2025
- General
- USA Today
McDonald's Snack Wraps are back. Are they healthy?
After months of teasing, the McDonald's Snack Wrap has officially returned to restaurants nationwide. The beloved menu item, which was phased out nationally in 2016, is available in two flavors: spicy and ranch. Customers can get the Snack Wrap a la carte or as a combo meal, which includes two Snack Wraps, a medium fry and a drink of choice. The wrap costs $2.99 a la carte. The Snack Wrap will be available daily after breakfast hours. As fans rush to get a fresh taste of the wrap's much anticipated return, here's what to know about their calories and nutritional information − and how they compare to a Big Mac or a Quarter Pounder with Cheese. Snack Wraps are back: What to know, when you can order it from McDonald's What is in a McDonald's Snack Wrap? The Snack Wrap features one of McDonald's new McCrispy Strips, topped with shredded lettuce and shredded cheese and wrapped in a soft flour tortilla, according to the chain. Snack Wrap nutritional information: How many calories are in each wrap? The McDonald's website provides a basic breakdown of the wraps' nutritional information. Swapping the crispy chicken with grilled chicken might make a slightly healthier option. It also contain 28 grams of carbohydrates and 17 grams of protein. This version of the wrap features chicken topped with shredded lettuce, shredded cheese and ranch sauce wrapped in a soft white flour tortilla. It also contains 22 grams of carbohydrates and 18 grams of protein. This version of the wrap contains spicy buffalo sauce instead of ranch. How does a Snack Wrap compare to a Big Mac? The Big Mac features two beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, processed cheese, pickles and onions on a toasted sesame seed bun, according to McDonald's. The popular menu item contains 570 calories, 32 grams of fat and 920 milligrams of sodium, according to the chain, with 46 grams of carbohydrates and 24 grams of protein. These figures represent almost double the amount of calories, fat and sodium as a Ranch Chicken Snack Wrap with crispy chicken. How does a Snack Wrap compare to a Quarter Pounder with Cheese? The Quarter Pounder with Cheese features a quarter pound of beef, two slices of melty processed cheese on a sesame seed bun, according to the chain. The sandwich contains 530 calories, 27 grams of fat and 1,050 milligrams of sodium, in addition to 41 grams of carbohydrates and 29 grams of protein. How does a Snack Wrap compare to Chicken McNuggets or McCrispy Strips? According to McDonald's, there are 410 calories in a 10-piece Chicken McNuggets and 830 calories in a 20-piece. The 10-piece serving has 23 grams of protein and 24 grams of total fat, while the 20-piece has 46 grams of protein and 49 grams of total fat. There are 350 calories in a 3-piece McCrispy Strips and 460 calories in a 4-piece, according to McDonald's. Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@
Miami Herald
14-05-2025
- Health
- Miami Herald
The best burger in America, according to a health expert
May is National Burger Month and Hims is helping you celebrate with a roundup of the healthiest fast food burgers in the country. It's also that time of year when many people are working toward various health goals, whether that's getting ready for a summer beach vacation or working on improving overall health and nutrition, so we decided to rank the nation's most popular burgers based on how healthy they are. While burgers may not come to mind when you think of healthy eating, if you need a quick meal on the go and are craving a burger, some options are definitely healthier than others, and you can still make it work to fit into your meal planning. What's healthiest for you may be slightly different depending on your health goals, but we partnered with a physician specializing in obesity medicine and SVP of Weight Loss at Hims, Dr. Craig Primack, to determine a methodology that includes a broad nutritional analysis. Here are the six label categories we looked at as part of the ranking process: Calories: Consuming excess calories has been linked to obesity and a number of related health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and even depression. Calories from a fast food burger can quickly add up, so it's important to pay attention to this metric. Protein: Protein is a foundational building block of good health. It increases satiety so you feel full longer while also promoting lean muscle mass and higher metabolism fat: There are many health risks associated with trans fat intake, including cardiovascular disease and fertility issues in both men and women. Saturated fat: Similarly, high saturated fat intake has also been found to contribute to things like cognitive decline and dementia and even lower sperm counts. Net carbs: Not all carbs are bad, but refined carbs (like white burger buns) don't offer the same nutritional value as whole grain carbs. Looking at net carbs accounts for fiber content as well, which can help prevent rapid blood sugar Consuming too much sugar can lead to a greater risk of health conditions, such as cardiometabolic disease and dental disease. And in men, it may even reduce semen quality. Hims looked at the five top burgers on the menus at the most burger chains in the U.S. That excludes some common options like a regular hamburger or cheeseburger from McDonald's, while still capturing most of their bestsellers like the Big Mac and Quarter Pounder with Cheese. Key Findings Shake Shack dominates with three out of the top four healthiest burgers. These burgers also had the least amount of net burgers with the most calories also tended to be the burgers with the most protein, which can complicate the health double and bacon burgers rank well thanks to higher protein and lower sugar and carb content. Top 10 Healthiest and Unhealthiest Fast Food Burgers It's here: the 10 best fast food burgers to help you be mindful of your health and weight loss diet goals while still treating yourself to your drive-thru favorites. 1. Freddy's Double Steakburger (Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers) 2. SmokeShack (Shake Shack) 3. Avocado Bacon Burger (Shake Shack) 4. ShackBurger (Shake Shack) 5. Double SONIC Smasher (SONIC Drive-In) 6. Freddy's Original Bacon and Cheese Double (Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers) 7. Double-Double (In-N-Out Burger) 8. ButterBurger (Culver's), McDouble (McDonald's), and Triple SONIC Smasher (SONIC Drive-In)-TIED Fast Food Burgers Ranked by Nutritional Value 1. Freddy's Double Steakburger (Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers) 2. SmokeShack (Shake Shack) 3. Avocado Bacon Burger (Shake Shack) 4. ShackBurger (Shake Shack) 5. Double SONIC Smasher (SONIC Drive-In) 6. Freddy's Original Bacon and Cheese Double (Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers) 7. Double-Double (In-N-Out Burger) 8. ButterBurger (Culver's), McDouble (McDonald's), and Triple SONIC Smasher (SONIC Drive-In)-TIED 11. Mushroom & Swiss (Culver's) 12. Hamburger (In-N-Out Burger) 13. ButterBurger Cheese (Culver's) 14. California Style Double (Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers) and Cheeseburger (In-N-Out Burger)-TIED 16. Double ShackBurger (Shake Shack) and Prime Rib Steak Burger (Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers)-TIED 18. Cheesy Bacon SuperSONIC Stack (SONIC Drive-In) 19. The Culver's Bacon Deluxe (Culver's) 20. Cheesy Bacon SONIC Stack (SONIC Drive-In) 21. The Culver's Deluxe (Culver's) 22. Big Mac (McDonald's) 23. Son of Baconator (Wendy's) 24. Original Cheeseburger Signature Stackburger (Dairy Queen) and Quarter Pounder with Cheese (McDonald's)-TIED 26. Bacon & Cheese Whataburger (Whataburger) and Dave's Single (Wendy's)-TIED 28. Shack Stack (Shake Shack) 29. Jalapeno & Cheese Whataburger (Whataburger) 30. Hardee's Frisco (Hardee's) 31. Whopper (Burger King) 32. Whataburger (Whataburger) 33. Grilled Cheese Steakburger Double Patty (Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers) 34. Double Whopper (Burger King) and FlameThrower Signature Stackburger (Dairy Queen)-TIED 36. Bacon Ultimate Cheeseburger (Jack in the Box) 37. Garlic Butter Bacon Cheeseburger (SONIC Drive-In) 38. Double Meat Whataburger (Whataburger) 39. Bacon Cheese Deluxe Signature Stackburger (Dairy Queen) 40. Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese (McDonald's) and Single Western Bacon Cheeseburger (Carl's Jr.)-TIED 42. Quarter Pounder with Cheese Deluxe (McDonald's) 43. Baconator (Wendy's) and Bacon Burger (Five Guys)-TIED 45. Hamburger (Five Guys) 46. Bacon Cheeseburger (Hardee's) and Dave's Double (Wendy's)-TIED 48. Steakhouse Bacon Whopper (Burger King) 49. California Classic Double Cheeseburger (Carl's Jr.) 50. Single Famous Star (Carl's Jr.) 51. Bacon Cheeseburger (Five Guys) 52. Triple Smoky BBQ Bacon Buford (Checkers and Rally's) 53. Two Cheese Deluxe Signature Stackburger (Dairy Queen) 54. Baconzilla! (Checkers and Rally's) 55. Bacon Double Smashed Jack (Jack in the Box) 56. Triple Whopper (Burger King) 57. Famous Star (Hardee's) 58. Dave's Triple (Wendy's) 59. Cheeseburger (Five Guys) 60. Double Hardee's Frisco (Hardee's) 61. Big Buford (Checkers and Rally's) 62. Smoky BBQ Bacon Buford (Checkers and Rally's) 63. Big Angus Famous Star (Carl's Jr.) and Triple Meat Whataburger (Whataburger) 65. Double Western Bacon Cheeseburger (Carl's Jr.) 66. Super Star (Hardee's) 67. Bacon King (Burger King) 68. Backyard Bacon Ranch Signature Stackburger (Dairy Queen) 69. Classic Smashed Jack (Jack in the Box) 70. Triple Big Buford (Checkers and Rally's) 71. Bacon & Swiss Buttery Smashed Jack (Jack in the Box) 72. Buttery Smashed Jack (Jack in the Box) Get the data Fast Food Burger Trends Revealed Stick to your personal goals by looking at the best and worst burgers in each nutrition category. Which Fast Food Burgers Have the Most Protein? Bigger burgers mean more protein, which can help meet your daily nutrition goals. Just keep an eye out for higher calorie counts. Fast Food Burgers With the Most Protein Bacon King (Burger King): 107.4 gramsTriple Whopper (Burger King): 72.5 gramsDave's Triple (Wendy's): 70 grams Fast Food Burgers With the Least Protein Hamburger (In-N-Out Burger): 16 gramsButterBurger (Culver's) and Cheeseburger (In-N-Out Burger): 20 grams McDouble (McDonald's): 22 grams Which Fast Food Burgers Have the Most Calories? The burgers with the most protein are also the highest in calories, another important metric to be mindful of. Fast Food Burgers With the Most Calories Bacon King (Burger King): 1710 caloriesTriple Whopper (Burger King): 1170 caloriesDave's Triple (Wendy's): 1160 calories Fast Food Burgers With the Least Calories Hamburger (In-N-Out Burger): 360 caloriesButterBurger (Culver's) and McDouble (McDonald's): 390 calories Cheeseburger (In-N-Out Burger): 430 calories Which Fast Food Burgers Have the Most Trans Fat? Some burgers have quite high trans fat content, but five options have none at all. Fast Food Burgers With the Most Trans Fat Bacon Double Smashed Jack (Jack In the Box) and Dave's Triple (Wendy's): 4.5 gramsBaconator (Wendy's), Bacon Ultimate Cheeseburger (Jack In the Box), Dave's Double (Wendy's), Double Hardee's Frisco (Hardee's), and Super Star (Hardee's): 3 gramsBacon King (Burger King): 2.8 grams Fast Food Burgers With No Trans Fat Cheeseburger (In-N-Out Burger), Cheesy Bacon SONIC Stack (SONIC Drive-In), Cheesy Bacon SuperSONIC Stack (SONIC Drive-In), Double-Double (In-N-Out Burger), Hamburger (In-N-Out Burger) Which Fast Food Burgers Have the Most Net Carbs? The amount of carbs in a burger bun can vary greatly. The BigMac, for instance, is famous for its third bun yet it doesn't appear in the top three list of burgers with the most net carbs. This metric also likely drove the Avocado Bacon Burger, ShackBurger, and SmokeShack burger to the top of our overall list of healthy options. Fast Food Burgers With the Most Net Carbs Double Western Bacon Cheeseburger (Carl's Jr.): 74 gramsSingle Western Bacon Cheeseburger (Carl's Jr.): 73 gramsSteakhouse Bacon Whopper (Burger King): 60 grams Fast Food Burgers With the Least Net Carbs Avocado Bacon Burger and ShackBurger (Shake Shack): 26 gramsDouble ShackBurger (Shake Shack): 27 gramsSmokeShack (Shake Shack): 28 grams Methodology: How Scores Were Calculated To determine the healthiest burgers in America, Hims evaluated menus from the country's top burger chains based on 2024 revenue. The fast food restaurants included in the analysis were McDonald's, Wendy's, Burger King, SONIC Drive-In, Jack in the Box, Whataburger, Culver's, Five Guys, Hardee's, Carl's Jr., In-N-Out Burger, Shake Shack, Checkers and Rally's, and Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. Hims evaluated up to five burgers on each restaurant's permanent menu (as available) based on the following nutrition metrics: calories, protein, trans fat, saturated fat, net carbs, and sugar. We used a 2x multiplier for calories and trans fat and a 3x multiplier for protein. 3 Ways to Keep Your Burger Meal As Healthy As Possible Before you place your order, consider making a few alterations to maximize the nutritional content of your meal. Make your calories count. Not all calories are created equally, so if you're on a weight loss journey aim for your personal target calorie count by choosing more nutritious ingredients in your meal. For instance, a double burger, which has more protein content, would be a better choice than fries and a single burger. (Wondering how much protein you need? Check out this protein calculator.) Also watch for hidden ingredients lurking in burgers, such as higher sugar count and carbs in buns. For instance, some restaurants report adding high fructose corn syrup to buns for extra for a healthier side. Instead of making a meal with fries as your side, consider getting a salad or fruit slices instead. French fries are high in fat, oil, and salt, all of which decrease the overall nutritional profile of this fast food staple. Just be mindful of sneaky calories and sugar content in the salad a low-calorie drink. You can find a wide variety of drink options when you grab a burger at a fast food restaurant, but adding a high-sugar drink can add a lot of calories to your meal. Water is, of course, the healthiest option, but an unsweetened iced tea or the occasional diet soda are also better options. If you're craving a soda, sparkling water can also be a satisfying option. This story was produced by Hims and reviewed and distributed by Stacker. © Stacker Media, LLC.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Chili's Has a New Burger That's Bigger (and Cheaper) Than McDonald's Quarter Pounder
Ok, we'll say it: We love fast food drama. Yes, we live for a sassy social media account clapping back at one of its competitors, but what we really appreciate is when the drama—or war, if you will—benefits us. Popeyes practically broke the internet when it launched its chicken sandwich, which has led to many iterations of the tasty, crispy menu item. McDonald's can't seem to get its Snack Wrap back on menus, but brands like Wendy's, Burger King, and KFC sure can. Recently, the chains' competitiveness has gone beyond delicious offerings and into a new category we care about just as much as taste: value. With inflation and upset customers, fast food chains have been racing to put meal deals and value offerings back on menus. As chains try to get you back to the drive-thru, some casual dining restaurants are capitalizing on customers' cravings for good yet inexpensive food. In 2024, Chili's introduced its '3 For Me' meal deal, which included a burger and fries, bottomless chips and salsa appetizer, and a fountain drink, all for just $10.99. Even better—Chili's introduced its meal deal with a Big Smasher burger, which took aim at McDonald's classic Big Mac burger. Chili's Big Smasher burger features twice as much beef as a Big Mac, topped with American cheese, Thousand Island dressing, diced red onions, lettuce, and pickles, all on a hand-buttered bun. After the Big Smasher's success, the restaurant chain has decided it's not done poking fun at Mickey D's. So, this week, it's adding an all-new quarter-pound burger to its 3 For Me menu—and, you guessed it, it's pretty similar to McDonald's Quarter Pounder with Cheese. Chili's is releasing its new Big QP burger, which is even bigger (and cheaper) than a McDonald's Quarter Pounder with Cheese. Chili's burger features a 7.5-ounce precooked patty, while McDonald's burger is only 4 ounces precooked. The Big QP includes two slices of American cheese, mustard, ketchup, pickles, and diced onions atop a patty that's 85% beefier than McDonald's. As part of the 3 For Me meal, you'll receive bottomless chips and salsa, unlimited fountain drink refills, and a side of fries, all for just $10.99. And, we don't know about you, but we can barely find a large Quarter Pounder meal for $10.99 at the Golden Arches nowadays. Beginning April 15, you'll be able to order the Big QP or Big Smasher burgers as part of your 3 For Me meal at all Chili's restaurants nationwide. Now, all Chili's needs to do is start selling breakfast and we'll never have to hit a drive-thru again. Read the original article on ALLRECIPES
