This holiday season, McDonald’s dropped its latest menu bombshell. After ditching eight items from its “World Menu,” the fast‑food giant served up a fresh 2025 Christmas lineup — complete with a wild tie‑in to The Grinch. The result? A mix of excitement, nostalgia, and a few raised eyebrows. From dill‑pickle fries to mismatched socks, the new offerings are all about big flavour and bigger holiday vibes.
Grinch Takeover: Holiday Menu Lands
McDonald’s rolled out its 2025 festive menu across the UK and Ireland on November 26, and the centrepiece is The Grinch‑themed offerings. Fans can order The Grinch Meal — either a Big Mac®, 9‑piece McNuggets® or McPlant® — paired with new Grinched McShaker® Fries, a drink, and a fun pair of limited‑edition Grinch x McDonald’s socks. Inside the box: tangy, dill‑pickle fries, festive treats, and a cheeky nod to the holiday spirit. Grinch takeover never looked (or tasted) so playful.
New Fries: Pickle‑Twist on Fast‑Food Classic
The Grinched McShaker® Fries give McDonald’s regular fries a holiday makeover. Instead of just salt, you get a “gherkin‑flavoured” seasoning — shake the bag, and get ready for a tangy punch. It’s a bold flavour move, meant to surprise longtime fry fans — think dill pickles meets fast‑food fries. For some it’s quirky fun; for others, a wild holiday experiment.
Desserts Get Festive and Mischievous
The seasonal menu isn’t just about burgers and fries. For dessert, there’s the new Mischief McFlurry® — soft‑serve ice cream swirled with festive Smarties®, Christmas‑tree candies, and strawberry sauce. Chocolate lovers can go for the Chocolate Brownie McFlurry® (with brownie cookie pieces and a rich drizzle of chocolate sauce). And those craving warmth can try the Grumble Pie — a green pastry filled with apple, cranberry, and custard. Holiday sugar rush, activated.
Warm & Cozy Drinks Join the Christmas Spread
Want something warm or refreshing while you wait for your fries? McDonald’s added drinks like Coconut Latte and Coconut Hot Chocolate, perfect for chilly nights. If you prefer something cold and festive — the Frozen Grinch Lemonade brings a Grinch‑green swirl for a cheeky seasonal vibe. It’s holiday drinks with a twist.
More Than Grinch: Classic Favourites Make a Return
Amid all the holiday hype, McDonald’s didn’t forget old fans. Icons like the Big Tasty are back — now with extra options, including a double‑patty version and optional bacon for those who want to go big. Also returning: shareable favourites like Cheese Melt Dippers with Rich Tomato Dip. It’s a smart move: give fans something familiar, then surprise them with festive flair.
The Cheesy Chicken Stack: New Fast‑Food Flex
Joining the holiday lineup is the new Cheesy Chicken Stack: crispy 100 % chicken breast fillet, melted cheese, lettuce — basically a crunchy, cheesy holiday sandwich. It seems McDonald’s is betting some customers want heartier, comfort‑food vibes this winter — and this new stack aims to deliver.
Fans React: Excited, Nostalgic, or Just Confused
Some fans online are hyped — one social post said they’ve been waiting “a whole year” for something like this. Others are more skeptical: after the menu shake‑up, a few lamented the loss of last month’s “World Menu.” Still, many are already planning their first Grinch‑mas McDonald’s nights: cozy, quirky, and full of snacks. A combo of hype, holiday cheer — and fries.
What Disappeared: World Menu Items Axed
To make room for all the holiday treats, McDonald’s quietly dropped eight items from its recent “World Menu.” Items from global menus never made it to the Christmas roster. That move irked some fans who had grown attached to those international flavours — Christmas magic doesn’t win everyone over.
Limited Time Only: Get It Before It’s Gone
This festive menu is available for roughly six weeks — so McDonald’s fans are being encouraged to hit stores fast. Once the season ends, it’s back to regular menus (and maybe a little disappointment). If you’ve got a craving for festive fries, seasonal flurries, or Grinch‑green lemonade — now’s the time to strike.
Holiday Hype or Gimmick?
McDonald’s 2025 festive lineup may be flashy, fun, and full of surprises — but it also asks you to buy into big-flavour experiments and seasonal treats. Between dill‑pickle fries, mismatched socks, and nostalgic pies, it leans hard into holiday vibes. Are you in for the Grinch chaos — or saving yourself for the regular menu next year? Tell us what you’re most (or least) excited to try.
