McDonald's UK is bringing back its mini hash browns, a bite-size version of its iconic breakfast side, after a limited debut in 2024. The sharebox of 15 will be available from August 25 for £2.99, according to the fast-food chain.
Fan Demand Drives Return
The mini hash browns first appeared on UK menus in 2024, quickly gaining a devoted following. One X user described the original hash brown as 'GOD TIER breakfast fodder,' and the mini version proved equally popular. Now, McDonald's says the product is back 'by popular demand,' giving customers a limited window to enjoy them before they disappear again.
Unlike the 2024 launch, which offered a small portion of five, this time customers can only purchase the sharebox. McDonald's stated the sharebox is designed 'to satisfy breakfast cravings,' emphasizing the golden crispiness that fans love.
Breakfast Wrap Comeback Precedent
The return of mini hash browns follows a pattern of fan-driven revivals. The Breakfast Wrap, axed in 2020 due to lockdown restrictions and confirmed gone for good in 2022, made a comeback in February 2024 after extensive customer campaigning. According to McDonald's, the campaign included over 5,000 direct messages, 'too many tweets to count,' and 83 separate petitions on Change.org.
The relaunch was so successful that it was temporarily pulled after just two days due to 'unprecedented demand,' as the chain ran out of breakfast ingredients needed for other menu items. This history suggests the mini hash browns may face similar supply challenges if demand spikes.
Availability and Expert Commentary
Customers can purchase the mini hash browns in restaurants and via McDelivery starting August 25. The product will be available for a limited time, though McDonald's has not specified an end date.
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