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# Glazed Pull-Apart Donuts
McDonald's Glazed Pull Apart Donut is a New McCafé Bakery Treat

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-08-17 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pull-apart-donut
References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/attention-donut-lovers-mcdonalds-usa-adds-new-glazed-pull-apart-donut-to-the-mccafe-bakery-lineup-301356439.html) & [mcdonalds](http://www.mcdonalds.com)

Joining the [McCafé Bakery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcdonalds-mccafe-2) lineup of Apple Fritters, Blueberry Muffins and Cinnamon Rolls is a new treat from [McDonald's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-glazed-lil-donut), the [Glazed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glazed-donut-holes-cereals) Pull Apart Donut, which is now available for a limited time. This new donut can be found at participating restaurants across the USA and its unique form means that it's perfect for sharing.

This fresh twist on the classic donut is the first limited-edition offering to join McCafé Bakery and it can be ordered at any time of the day, while supplies last.

The light and airy pull-apart donut offers a sweeter take on popular pull-apart breads, since it's coated in a sweet glaze that pairs well with everything from a quick morning bite to afternoon coffee.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.3/10
- Popularity: 25% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 10%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Limited Edition Menu Items:** Other quick service restaurant chains may consider offering limited edition menu items to drive additional foot traffic and promote new taste experiences.
- **Shareable Treats:** Food producers may consider creating shareable snacks that encourage communal eating and cater to group social experiences.
- **Sweet Variations of Savory Classics:** Developers may consider experimenting with sweet variations of classic savory foods to create novel snacking options with broad appeal.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Fast Food:** A new product line rollout strategy of limited edition menu offerings may positively impact sales for fast food companies.
- **Bakery Goods:** Bakery goods providers may consider creating sweet variations of breakfast staples, which could generate new revenue streams and appeal to younger audiences.
- **Snack Food:** Snack food manufacturers may create shareable, sweet treats to cater to the desire for communal eating in social settings.

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