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# Donut-Infused Milkshakes
The Hardee's Froot Loops Mini Donut Milkshake is Blended with Real Donuts

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-05-16 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/froot-loops-mini-donut-milkshake
References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2019/05/15/hardees-tests-new-froot-loops-mini-donut-milkshake/) & [hardees](https://www.hardees.com)

The Hardee's Froot Loops Mini Donut Milkshake is the latest [cereal-themed menu item](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-cereal-drinks) from the [QSR](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shake-shack-7) brand that's being test marketed as a dessert item for consumers of all age ranges to enjoy.

Made with [hand-scooped ice cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/habit-burger-grill-peppermint-bark-shake), the milkshake is blended with milk and the brand's Froot Loops Mini Donuts to provide an indulgent flavor profile for consumers with a sweet tooth to appreciate. The shake is garnished with a whipped topping and one of the brand's Froot Loops Mini Donuts in whole form as a treat to enjoy alongside the creamy concoction.

The Hardee's Froot Loops Mini Donut Milkshake is priced at $3.29 and is being test marketed at select locations starting May 15th, but only while supplies last.

Image Credit: Hardee’s

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.8/10
- Popularity: 51% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Cereal-themed Desserts:** The popularity of cereal-themed desserts presents an opportunity for QSR brands to create unique and indulgent menu items that appeal to a wide range of consumers.
- **Indulgent Flavor Combinations:** By combining unexpected flavors like Froot Loops and donuts, QSR brands can create indulgent milkshakes that offer a unique and memorable taste experience.
- **Limited-time Offerings:** The success of limited-time offerings like the Hardee's Froot Loops Mini Donut Milkshake demonstrates the potential for QSR brands to generate buzz and drive sales by introducing exclusive menu items.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Quick-service Restaurants:** Quick-service restaurants can leverage the popularity of cereal-themed desserts to attract new customers and drive sales.
- **Dessert and Beverage Retail:** The demand for indulgent and unique flavor combinations opens up opportunities for dessert and beverage retailers to create innovative and enticing products.
- **Food and Beverage Manufacturing:** Food and beverage manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of limited-time offerings by partnering with QSR brands to create exclusive and innovative products.

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