# Cookie-Topped QSR Sundaes The Wendy's Frosty Cookie Sundae Comes in Chocolate and Vanilla Options By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-04-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wendys-frosty-cookie-sundae References: [brandeating](https://www.brandeating.com/2019/04/wendys-whips-up-new-frosty-cookie-sundae.html) & [wendys](https://www.wendys.com) The [Wendy's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snickerdoodle-cookie-frosty-fusion) Frosty Cookie Sundae is a new limited-time offering from the [QSR](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peppermint-frosty) brand that combines a variety of high-quality ingredients for delicious results. The ice cream dessert is made with either a vanilla or chocolate Frosty that has been topped with chocolate chunk cookie pieces before being drizzled with [Ghirardelli](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-style-chocolate-sundae) chocolate sauce. The dessert is priced at $1.79 and has been announced just in time for warmer weather to offer patrons an indulgent way to finish their meal. The Wendy's Frosty Cookie Sundae comes as one of a growing number of QSR dessert options that are updated versions of existing menu items to keep consumers intrigued with new offerings that are still familiar. Image Credit: Wendy's ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **QSR Dessert Innovations:** Opportunity to create unique and indulgent dessert options in the quick-service restaurant industry. - **Flavor-infused Frozen Treats:** Chance to experiment with different flavors and toppings to enhance traditional frozen desserts. - **Affordable Indulgence:** Potential to offer affordable and decadent desserts to attract budget-conscious consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Quick-service Restaurant:** Opportunity for QSR brands to expand their dessert menus with innovative and enticing options. - **Frozen Dessert:** Potential for the frozen dessert industry to create new flavors and combinations to captivate consumers. - **Chocolate Confectionery:** Opportunity for chocolate confectionery companies to collaborate with QSR brands to supply high-quality chocolate toppings and sauces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive Frozen QSR Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snickerdoodle-cookie-frosty-fusion.md) - [Saucy Frozen QSR Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wendys-desserts.md) - [Festive Frozen QSR Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peppermint-frosty.md) - [Extra-Frosty QSR Dessert Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wendys-frosty-menu-items.md) - [Indulgent Branded Cookie Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-cookie-sundae.md) - [Berry-Flavored QSR Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triple-berry-frosty.md) - [Elevated QSR Frozen Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-chocolate-strawberry-frosty.md) - [Friend-Honoring QSR Dessert Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wendys-frosty-swirls-trio.md) - [Branded Chocolate QSR Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hersheys-sundae.md)