McDonald's fans say 'Christmas is ruined' after staple is ditched from the menu

20 November 2023 , 11:03

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McDonald's isn't bringing back a festive classic (Image: Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Last week McDonald's released its much-anticipated festive menu, which this year launches on November 22.

The fast food chain changes up its menu every six weeks or so, and the festive menu is one of the most eagerly awaited launches of the year. This year's offerings includes some mouth-watering new additions to the range, including the Big & Cheesy burger and Chicken Big Mac.

As usual, there's also a delicious-sounding pie - but it's not one Maccies fans expected. This year the fast food giant is bringing out a Caramel Galaxy pie, and in order to make make way for these delicious new items, the chain has had to cut out the iconic Festive Pie.

The Festive Pie won't be returning for 2023 (McDonalds)

Change is sometimes hard to deal with, so understandably, McDonald's fans are gutted that this festive classic isn't returning to the menu. While the Galaxy Caramel Pie is a crispy chocolate pastry filled with Galaxy Caramel Sauce, the Festive Pie is a Christmassy take on the iconic Apple Pie - filled with sweet mincemeat and custard.

The Festive Pie returned to menus in 2021 after being left out for five yers, and it ended up being so popular with customers Maccies brought it back for 2022 - but it seems this year they are switching it up. Fans took to social media to share their thoughts on the change, with one person writing on X, formerly Twitter: "Not ashamed to admit I have had multiple tantrums over McDonald's not bringing back the festive pie when it and the cheese bites are the best Christmas snacks."

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Another wrote: "Woke up to the devastating news that there will be no festive pie offered by McDonald's this year. You have ruined Christmas." Over on Facebook, one person wrote: "No festive pie? Christmas is ruined?" while another added: "No festive pie this year? Boooo."

But the Galaxy Caramel Pie sounds delicious (McDonald's)

However, some Maccies fans were excited about the new addition to the menu, with one person saying: "McDonald's bringing out a Galaxy Caramel pie? I might put on 5 stone this Christmas." Another added: "That Galaxy Caramel pie sounds heavenly."

The full menu will be available in all UK and Ireland McDonald's restaurants from November 22. You'll need to be quick though, as it'll be only be around for a limited time only - for six weeks, or while stocks last.

Here's the full menu:

• The Big & Cheesy £5.49 - (single) / £7.29 (meal)
• The Big & Cheesy with Bacon £6.29 - (single) / £8.09 (meal)
• Chicken Big Mac £4.79 - (single) / £6.59 (meal)
• Cheese Melt Dippers with Rich Tomato Dip - £2.59 (single) / £6.89 (sharebox)
• McDonald's Chicken Combo £14.99
• Galaxy Chocolate McFlurry - £1.49 (mini) / £1.99 (regular)
• Galaxy Caramel McFlurry - £1.49 (mini) / £1.99 (regular)
• Galaxy Caramel Pie £1.99

While you wait, why not take a look at McDonald's first ever collab with Crocs? Fans can get their hands on a pair of limited-edition McDonald's X Crocs. The iconic partnership launched on Tuesday, November 14. But fans need to be quick, as once they're gone, they're gone. Priced at £65, you can head to Crocs retail locations and other retailers, including Office, and Schuch to grab them.

And if that's not enough, McDonald's also has a generous promotion running through November - Festive Wins. Until November 30, you have several changes to grab your favourite items off the menu for as little as 99p. From fan-favourite Big Mac to McNuggets, there's plenty of chances to get huge discounts. To get involved, head to the McDonald's UK app to unlock the latest offerings.

Are you sad about the Festive Pie not returning, or are you too excited about the Galaxy Caramel Pie to care? Let us know in the comment section below.

Ariane Sohrabi-Shiraz