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The Worst New McDonald's Items Of 2026 (So Far)

staff@mashed.com (Stacie Adams) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 23:03:00 +0000

McDonald's is one of many fast food places launching seasonal fall items, but customers are less than thrilled with its new beverages and breakfast items.

8 Discontinued McDonald's Burgers We May Never Get Back

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:23:00 +0000

McDonald's has introduced numerous burgers over the years, but not all of them have proven popular enough to stick around for the long haul.

Try Your McDonald's Egg McMuffin Norwegian-Style For A More Filling Breakfast

staff@mashed.com (Crysta Coburn) — Sat, 29 Aug 2026 23:03:00 +0000

While you may not be in Norway to order this towering egg McMuffin, you can recreate it by custom ordering it if your local McDonald's allows it.

McDonald's Big Mac Vs Burger King Whopper: Which Is Better?

staff@mashed.com (Scott Harris-King) — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:23:00 +0000

We pitted these two fast-food-defining hamburgers against each other for the showdown of the century, comparing taste, texture, nutrition, and overall value.

6 Apple-Flavored Fast Food Items To Watch For In Fall 2026

staff@mashed.com (Zachary Zawila) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 03:03:00 +0000

Whether you're craving fruit-forward coffee, apple filled pastry, or creamy caramel apple dessert, some of the most popular fast food joints have you covered.

This Revamped Chicken Item Is One Of McDonald's Best Additions In 2026, According To Customers

staff@mashed.com (Alba Caraceni) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:03:00 +0000

Customers are loving the return of this McDonald's chicken item. Unhappy with the thinner breading of the previous version, Micky D's created crispier breading.

Who Supplies McDonald's With Its Signature English Muffins?

staff@mashed.com (Randi J. Gollin) — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:03:00 +0000

A McDonald's egg McMuffin is nothing without its signature bread, but how do the Golden Arches source this staple? The answer isn't one supplier, but many.

A Simple Egg Request For A Better McDonald's McMuffin

staff@mashed.com (Taryn Pire) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:03:00 +0000

The McMuffin's egg fits the sandwich perfectly - by design - but some diners prefer this fluffier, slightly oversized option, available by request.

5 Ways Big Mac Sauce Has Changed Over The Years

staff@mashed.com (Zachary Zawila) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:03:00 +0000

The iconic Big Mac has mostly stayed the same since it was introduced in the 1960s, but its secret special sauce has undergone a few alterations over the years.

The Pizza Mac Might Be McDonald's Most Unusual International Burger

staff@mashed.com (Crysta Coburn) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:03:00 +0000

Can't decide between a Big Mac and a pizza? McDonald's in two countries abroad once had you covered. Today, one Florida McDonald's offers both.

The 8 Best New McDonald's Items Of 2026 (So Far)

staff@mashed.com (Nikelle Murphy) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:23:00 +0000

While some 2026 McDonald's menu releases missed the mark, many have become fan favorites. Here are the best new items to hit the chain's menu so far this year.

The California City Where McDonald's Famous Egg McMuffin Was Created

staff@mashed.com (Liana Minassian) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:03:00 +0000

Franchisee Herb Peterson envisioned a handheld eggs Benedict to feed hungry commuters that the fast food giant missed out on because of opening later.

What These Popular McDonald's Menu Items Cost In The Early 2000s Compared To 2026

staff@mashed.com (Jolee Sullivan) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 16:23:00 +0000

McDonald's food and drink prices have risen dramatically since the early 2000s, often climbing well beyond what inflation alone would suggest.

The Oversized Egg McMuffin You Can Only Order At McDonald's In Japan

staff@mashed.com (Alia Ali) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:03:00 +0000

The super-size days may be over, but McDonald's in Japan offers a bigger version of the chain's classic breakfast sandwich that isn't available in the U.S.

Customers Are Calling This McDonald's Breakfast Biscuit One Of The Best New Fast Food Items Of 2026

staff@mashed.com (Marco Sumayao) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:03:00 +0000

It's been a while since McDonald's switched things up on its breakfast menu. The breakfast biscuit just got a makeover, and this is what people are saying.

This Is The Cheapest McDonald's Burger In 2026

staff@mashed.com (Marco Sumayao) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:03:00 +0000

Fast food used to be cheap, but with rising costs that's no longer the case. However, McDonald's recently unveiled its Under $3 Menu for more budget items.

Why McDonald's Pioneer Ray Kroc Almost Rejected The Egg McMuffin

staff@mashed.com (Taryn Pire) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:03:00 +0000

The egg McMuffin almost didn't make it onto McDonald's menu, due to its unorthodox appearance and unusual nod to breakfast, but it saved the business.

The Tasty Condiments That Originally Came With McDonald's Egg McMuffin

staff@mashed.com (Christopher Kane) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 20:03:00 +0000

McDonald's egg McMuffin is a longtime classic, but its first iteration came with one of two unexpected condiments. Does the combo still hold up?

What The Middle Bun In A McDonald's Big Mac Is For

staff@mashed.com (Crysta Coburn) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:03:00 +0000

The Big Mac, as iconic as it has always been, was inspired by another fast food chain back in the day, which led to the use of the three layers of breading.

How To Bring Big Mac Flavor To A Basic McDonald's Burger

staff@mashed.com (Taryn Pire) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 23:03:00 +0000

Love the taste of Big Macs but prefer something smaller? There's a simple way to apply the best aspects of McDonald's signature burger to a simpler sandwich.