# Animated Fast Foods The KFC x The Simpsons is a Limited-Edition Themed Menu By Amy Duong | Published 2026-07-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kfc-x-the-simpsons References: [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/DZNcyC5k6l8/) & [kfc.es](https://www.kfc.es/)  The [KFC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kfc-x-the-simpsons-menu) x The Simpsons transforms memorable food references from the long-running animated series into a [limited-edition menu](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-meals-campaign) available at participating restaurants in Spain and Portugal. Leading the collaboration is the Rosquiburger, which replaces a traditional burger bun with [two doughnuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-krabby-patty-kollab) and combines an Original Recipe chicken fillet with bacon, cheese, and Kentucky Gold sauce beneath pink frosting and colorful sprinkles. The menu also includes Chillibites of Madness, inspired by Homer's infamous Guatemalan insanity pepper episode, and a frozen blueberry Squishee-inspired beverage. Some additional themed details in the range include "Catsup" condiment packets referencing Mr. Burns' memorable supermarket scene and a Box Meal featuring the Rosquiburger, a side, a drink, three chili-cheese bites, two Catsup packets, and one of five collectible designs inspired by moments from the series. Image Credit: KFC Spain ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 8.6/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 84% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Animated Menu Collaborations:** Pop-culture food tie-ins create limited-time dining moments where nostalgic media fandom can reshape quick-service product development and collectible packaging strategies. - **Dessert Burger Mashups:** Sweet-and-savory formats such as doughnut-bun chicken burgers signal room for novelty-led menu engineering that turns indulgent extremes into shareable brand experiences. - **Collectible Fast-food Packaging:** Themed boxes, packets, and character-driven designs extend meals into memorabilia, positioning packaging as a driver of repeat visits and fandom-based engagement. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Quick-service Restaurants:** Limited-edition entertainment partnerships give restaurant chains a way to differentiate menus in crowded markets through cultural relevance and experiential food design. - **Entertainment Licensing:** Iconic TV properties can move beyond screens into edible experiences, opening new revenue channels through menu-based storytelling and regional brand collaborations. - **Food and Beverage Packaging:** Character-inspired packaging and collectible formats elevate disposable items into branded artifacts, expanding the role of packaging in customer retention and social sharing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low-Sugar Flavored Syrups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sup-syrup.md) - [Dessert-Inspired Running Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vandythepink-x-asics.md) - [Emergency Bread Slices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emergency-slice.md) - [Produce Outbreak Swap Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suja-organic-campaign.md) - [Effervescent Protein-Packed Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c4-sparkling-protein.md) - [Soccer-Focused Entertainment Venue Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dave-busters3.md) - [Fandom Retail Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fandom-retail-experiences.md) - [Culinary Memoir Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-happier-stupider-times.md) - [Beer Cheese Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coors-light-beer-cheese.md)