McDonald's introduces mouthwatering new menu item
After a short trial period, Maccas 'McGriddles' have landed permanently for a good time and a long time on Australian menus.
The McGriddle is a thick pancake-like sandwich, fluffier than the typical English muffin, infused with a maple flavouring - think of a cross between a hotcake and a McMuffin.
They can be ordered on their own or with the usual breakfast suspects: cheese, egg, bacon, or Maccas signature sausage patty.
Whether you're an early riser or serial snoozer, the sweet and savoury combination sounds like it is worth getting out of bed for. McDonald's teases the release of the new McGriddle Credit: Instagram
After proving popular with diners during the initial trial period, marketing director of menu and brand for McDonalds's Australia Amanda Nakad said they'll be rolling them out nationwide.
'Safe to say, we got the message and gave our iconic breakfast menu a glow up by adding it to the national menu.
'The McGriddles range joins our other main characters: crispy hash browns, toasted McMuffins and cracked eggs' she said.
The soft and fluffy, sweet and savoury combo has been available in selected stores worldwide for more than two decades in Hong Kong, Japan and Canada, among others, but it's the first time they've made an appearance down under.
Social media users and firm Maccas fans couldn't contain their excitement at the news.
'Had one for breakfast, it was fantastic. Everyone needs a McGriddle at 4am,' one user said.
'Finally! Been getting these for 10 years in the states. This is all I wanted in Aus. Love,' said another.
'Dreams really do come true' one happy user noted.
With cold mornings making the early commute more of a struggle, it's nice to know that the fast food giant has you covered with comfort food to fuel you for the day.
McGriddles are available now in McDonald's restaurants Australia-wide until 10:30am.
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