McDonald's is About to Bring Back a Beloved Menu Item — Here's What You Need to Know A new test run indicates that the popular Snack Wraps — off the U.S. menu since 2016 — may return soon.

By Carl Stoffers Edited by Jessica Thomas

Key Takeaways

  • McDonald's confirmed last December that the beloved Snack Wrap would return to menus.
  • The announcement has generated significant excitement among fans of the Snack Wrap, which McDonald's removed from U.S. menus in 2016.
  • Other fast-food brands have introduced similar snack-sized items to their menus.

Last December, McDonald's confirmed the fan-favorite Snack Wrap will return to menus. Although it hasn't announced an official return date, the announcement sparked excitement among dedicated fans of the product. The wrap was a convenient and portable option for customers looking for a snack-sized meal. Although customers liked the taste and versatility, McDonald's took the Snack Wrap off the U.S. menu in 2016.

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McDonald's USA president Joe Erlinger revealed that the Snack Wrap's return is part of McDonald's long-term strategy for its McCrispy Chicken Tenders. These tenders will also feature in a new McCrispy Snack Wrap.

So, the news that McDonald's was testing McCrispy Chicken Strips over the weekend at several locations in North Carolina has given hope to the Snack Wrap faithful that the popular item they love is on its way back.

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Other fast-food brands have recently added similar snack-sized items to their menus. Last year, Burger King launched a similar product, BK Royal Crispy Wraps. KFC added a line of wraps to its menu earlier this year along with Subway, which launched a line of Middle Eastern-inspired flatbread wraps. Wendy's also added a wrap lineup in 2023.

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Carl Stoffers

Entrepreneur Staff

Senior Business Editor

Carl Stoffers is the Senior Business Editor at Entrepreneur, where he covers the franchise industry. Before joining Entrepreneur, he was Managing Editor at IPVM and held editorial roles at The New York Times Upfront, The Marshall Project, and the New York Daily News. He holds a Master's in Journalism from Columbia University.

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