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Mini McFlurry Debuts with New Eco-Friendly Packaging—and Hopefully Fewer Broken Machines

By Stephanie Gravalese

A box of Grandma McFlurries, Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly in Cincinnati. The Kilroy Family McDonald’s partnered with LBFE to surprise the community’s elderly with their limited Grandma McFlurries.
A box of Grandma McFlurries, Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly in Cincinnati. The Kilroy Family McDonald’s partnered with LBFE to surprise the community’s elderly with their limited Grandma McFlurries. / Frank Bowen IV/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK
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McDonald’s fans, get ready for a new twist on a classic: the Mini McFlurry is rolling out nationwide on September 10. This smaller, snack-sized version of the popular dessert offers a quick way to indulge in your favorite McFlurry flavors without committing to a full-sized treat. It’s a nod to those who crave just a taste, whether it’s OREO®, M&M’S®, or one of the limited-time flavors that pop up on the menu.

But the real shake-up might be the packaging. McDonald’s is introducing new four-flap cups for both Mini and Regular McFlurries, replacing the plastic lids as part of a broader push toward sustainability. This change is part of McDonald’scommitment to source 100% of its primary guest packaging from renewable, recycled, or certified materials by the end of 2025.

“Packaging updates like this matter,” said Michael Gonda, SVP and Chief Impact Officer of North America for McDonald's, in an announcement. “Not only is this a fun new way for our U.S. fans to enjoy the McFlurry; we're also moving one step closer to fulfilling our packaging and waste commitments.”

For years, McFlurry fans have shared a love-hate relationship with the dessert, not because of the flavors but due to the infamous McFlurry machines, which seem to be broken more often than not that there's a map to see which ones are working. While the Mini McFlurry won’t necessarily solve that longstanding issue, the introduction of this smaller size offers a new way to enjoy the dessert without needing to wait for a fully operational machine.

Already in use in international markets like Canada and Indonesia, the four-flap cups will finally make their U.S. debut. This change aligns with broader industry trends to reduce single-use plastics and decrease overall environmental impact.

Available at participating McDonald’s locations now, the Mini McFlurry aims to cater to those looking for a smaller, more sustainable way to enjoy a classic treat—assuming you can catch the machine on a good day.

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