The Smashburger S’mac & Cheese Burger is a new addition to the brand's menu that takes fans of the namesake comfort food into account to offer them an alternative way to enjoy the macaroni dish.
The burger starts off with the brand's certified Angus beef patty that's topped with macaroni and cheese on the grill to give it a creamy yet crispy texture. The burger is then topped with American cheese on the brand's signature butter-toasted artisan bun. The burger is being launched in a Double S’mac & Cheese Burger variant alongside the Crispy Chicken S’mac & Cheese Sandwich, the Grilled Chicken S’mac & Cheese Sandwich, the Turkey S’mac & Cheese Burger and the Black Bean S’mac & Cheese Burger.
The Smashburger S’mac & Cheese Burger is available nationwide, but only through March 6, 2023.
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