Introduction
Fast-food desserts are a guilty pleasure for many of us. From the classic milkshake to the beloved apple pie, these treats have been a staple of the fast-food industry for decades. Unfortunately, some of our favorite desserts have been discontinued over the years. In this article, we’ll take a look at 15 of the most beloved fast-food desserts that have been discontinued. We’ll also provide some healthier alternatives that you can enjoy instead. So, if you’re feeling nostalgic for your favorite fast-food desserts, read on to find out which ones you can still enjoy and which ones you’ll have to say goodbye to.
15 Discontinued Fast-Food Desserts You’ll Never Get to Enjoy Again
Fast-food desserts are a guilty pleasure for many of us. But unfortunately, some of our favorite treats have been discontinued over the years. Here are 15 fast-food desserts that you’ll never get to enjoy again.
1. Burger King’s Hershey’s Sundae Pie
This classic fast-food dessert was a chocolatey treat that combined a graham cracker crust with a creamy Hershey’s chocolate filling. It was a favorite of many, but unfortunately, it was discontinued in the early 2000s.
2. McDonald’s McFlurry with M&M’s
This McFlurry was a fan favorite, combining creamy soft serve ice cream with crunchy M&M’s. It was a delicious treat, but unfortunately, it was discontinued in the early 2000s.
3. Taco Bell’s Volcano Nachos
These nachos were a unique twist on the classic Mexican dish. They were topped with a spicy volcano sauce and melted cheese. Unfortunately, they were discontinued in the early 2000s.
4. Wendy’s Frosty Paws
These frozen treats were a favorite of kids and adults alike. They were a combination of vanilla and chocolate soft serve ice cream, and they were topped with a crunchy cookie topping. Unfortunately, they were discontinued in the early 2000s.
5. Burger King’s Oreo Shake
This shake was a delicious combination of creamy vanilla soft serve ice cream and Oreo cookie pieces. It was a favorite of many, but unfortunately, it was discontinued in the early 2000s.
6. McDonald’s McFlurry with Oreo Cookies
This McFlurry was a fan favorite, combining creamy soft serve ice cream with crunchy Oreo cookie pieces. It was a delicious treat, but unfortunately, it was discontinued in the early 2000s.
7. Taco Bell’s Choco Taco
This unique dessert was a combination of a crunchy taco shell filled with creamy vanilla soft serve ice cream and topped with a chocolatey coating. Unfortunately, it was discontinued in the early 2000s.
8. Wendy’s SuperBar
This all-you-can-eat dessert bar was a favorite of many. It included a variety of ice cream flavors, toppings, and sauces. Unfortunately, it was discontinued in the early 2000s.
9. Burger King’s Cini-Minis
These mini cinnamon rolls were a delicious treat. They were topped with a sweet glaze and served warm. Unfortunately, they were discontinued in the early 2000s.
10. McDonald’s Hot Apple Pie
This classic fast-food dessert was a favorite of many. It was a warm, flaky pastry filled with sweet apples and topped with a cinnamon sugar glaze. Unfortunately, it was discontinued in the early 2000s.
11. Taco Bell’s Choco Taco Supreme
This unique dessert was a combination of a crunchy taco shell filled with creamy vanilla soft serve ice cream and topped with a chocolatey coating and a drizzle of caramel. Unfortunately, it was discontinued in the early 2000s.
12. Wendy’s Fudge Pops
These frozen treats were a favorite of kids and adults alike. They were a combination of creamy chocolate soft serve ice cream and a crunchy cookie topping. Unfortunately, they were discontinued in the early 2000s.
13. Burger King’s Hershey’s Sundae Pie
This classic fast-food dessert was a chocolatey treat that combined a graham cracker crust with a creamy Hershey’s chocolate filling. It was a favorite of many, but unfortunately, it was discontinued in the early 2000s.
14. McDonald’s McFlurry with Reese’s Pieces
This McFlurry was a fan favorite, combining creamy soft serve ice cream with crunchy Reese’s Pieces. It was a delicious treat, but unfortunately, it was discontinued in the early 2000s.
15. Taco Bell’s Volcano Burrito
This burrito was a unique twist on the classic Mexican dish. It was filled with a spicy volcano sauce and melted cheese. Unfortunately, it was discontinued in the early 2000s.
These are just a few of the fast-food desserts that have been discontinued over the years. While we may never get to enjoy them again, we can still remember them fondly.
Fast-food chains like McDonald’s and Burger King are always improving their menus, adding new must-have items to the list of offerings. But all of those fun new treats mean that some of your favorites will inevitably go away at some point. And while we love the new items, too, we can’t help but miss these discontinued fast-food desserts.
From the various apple pies we’ve lost over time to McFlurry and Frosty flavors that didn’t make it, you’ll love reminiscing about these fast-food items of yore. And for even more nostalgia, don’t miss these 19 Beloved Fast Foods You’ll Never Be Able to Order Again.
Last year, Burger King revealed that it’s discontinuing its Dutch apple pie. The dessert wasn’t a favorite in our fast-food dessert taste test, but a comeback could be BK’s chance to make this dessert better! Every fast-food chain deserves an apple pie (and yes, we’re looking at Taco Bell’s discontinued caramel apple empanada, too).
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Speaking of fast-food apple pies, fans may remember that in 2018, McDonald’s changed its apple pie recipe to be healthier. We’re all for making smarter food choices, but let’s be honest: The old apple pie tasted way better. And whatever you do, steer clear of these 10 Worst Menu Items at McDonald’s.
We couldn’t mention the other apple treats without featuring this beloved Taco Bell item, too. That creamy apple filling and that perfectly crispy empanada shell? Our hearts will not go on.
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Long before Shake Shack was an international megachain, it served a weekly custard flavor at its local stores. There were inventive shake bases like strawberry cheesecake or peanut butter. These days, the menu at Shake Shack stays the same, with only seasonal selections on rotation. (Right now, for example, Shake Shack is offering the Christmas Cookie, Sugar Plum Fairy, and Chocolate Milk and Cookie shakes.) The creamy treats are still superb, but there was something fun about checking the calendar for upcoming flavors.
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Speaking of Shake Shack, another casualty of the pandemic has been the chain’s blended concretes. Different locations had different mix-ins for the treats. During the pandemic, your only options were vanilla and chocolate frozen custard, sans toppings.
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These mini cinnamon roll bites were the best part of visiting BK. Sadly, they’re no longer on the menu, despite an adamant Change.org petition.
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While Burger King had the Cini-Minis, McDonald’s had Cinnamon Melts. The rip-apart treat was like getting the gooey center of a cinnamon roll in every bite.
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This treat came with a 2000s-style music video. No, really. And the flavor doesn’t sound half bad!
Putting bacon on everything is a time-honored American tradition. But Burger King took things too far when the chain added bacon to soft-serve in 2012.
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This candy-filled treat was only available in Wisconsin in 2017. But considering the fact that Taco Bell already broke our hearts with the apple empanada, bringing back this chocolate quesadilla is the least the chain could do.
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Cinnamon Twists are still on the Taco Bell menu. But anyone who’s tried them knows they’re fairly tasteless. What we wish we could have back is the Cinnamon Crispas, which were cinnamon-sugar tortilla chips. Yum.
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Taco Bell just keeps breaking our hearts! This drink combined the beloved Taco Bell Freeze with the classic candy flavor that kept fans guessing. At one point, there was a Starburst freeze, too.
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We have one more apple-flavored treat to add to the fast-food dessert graveyard. The KFC apple turnover was a fan favorite. But the only desserts on KFC’s menu now are chocolate chip cookies and for some reason, Bundt cakes.
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If you were in Canada, the early 2000s brought you the Mint Ogre-Load McFlurry. In the U.S., there was the Swamp Sludge McFlurry. Whatever it was called, this Shrek-themed treat was a gimmick that worked.
When Costco added the acai bowl to the menu at its U.S. stores, the chocolate soft-serve was removed. If we could only have one item, we’d rather it be the chocolate one.
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