While McDonald's may have faced some heat recently for changing its beloved apple pie recipe, now the chain is back in good graces thanks to the debut of its indulgent new Salted Caramel & Chocolate Pie. The only catch is that you'll have to visit Malaysia in order to try it.
The new Salted Caramel & Chocolate Pie from McDonald's Malaysia is a sweet and salty take on the brand's signature hand pies. According to the brand, the new treat is described as, "warm chocolate and salted caramel filled in a crispy pie shell." Though it may sound simple, the combination of rich chocolate and salty caramel sauce is a welcome twist on the chain's standard fruit fillings.
Not only is the new hand pie around all of October, but McDonald's Malaysia is sweetening the deal by offering salted caramel McFlurries and Sundaes too.
Salted Caramel Hand Pies
McDonald's Salted Caramel & Chocolate Pie is a Sweet and Salty Treat
Trend Themes
1. Sweet and Salty Desserts - The trend of combining sweet and salty flavors in desserts presents an opportunity for the creation of innovative and indulgent treats like McDonald's Salted Caramel & Chocolate Pie.
2. Limited-time Offerings - Creating exclusive menu items for a limited time generates excitement and encourages customers to visit a specific location, as seen with McDonald's Salted Caramel & Chocolate Pie available only in Malaysia for the month of October.
3. Globally Inspired Menu Items - Introducing menu items that are inspired by a specific country or region can help attract customers who are looking for unique and culturally diverse dining experiences, as demonstrated by McDonald's Malaysia offering the Salted Caramel & Chocolate Pie.
Industry Implications
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2. Dessert - The dessert industry can capitalize on the trend of sweet and salty flavors by creating new and indulgent treats that appeal to customers seeking unique taste experiences, like McDonald's Salted Caramel & Chocolate Pie.
3. Global Franchises - Global franchise chains can leverage the popularity of internationally inspired menu items to attract customers and differentiate themselves from competitors, as demonstrated by McDonald's Malaysia's Salted Caramel & Chocolate Pie.