Feeling Like Something Sweet?
Whether you’re a fan of sweets or not, there are some fast-food desserts that have no business being as good as they are. In fact, some of these desserts are the sole reason people drive up to these establishments.
1. Dairy Queen’s Blizzards
Despite offering chicken, burgers, and fries, most people go to Dairy Queen for one reason in particular: the ice cream! From delectable soft serve to frozen treats, the Blizzard stands out as one of the most versatile and unique picks out there. Try their super popular Oreo, or give one of the monthly flavors a chance.
2. Wendy’s Frosty
Speaking of ice cream, burgers and soft-serve seem to be a match made in heaven, which explains why Wendy’s Frosty is another popular pick. Blending the world of milkshakes with soft-serve, you can get this treat in chocolate and vanilla flavors. Try dipping your fries in it for an extra fun twist.
3. McDonald’s McFlurries
Everyone’s familiar with McFlurries, ranging from flavors like Oreos and M&Ms. McDonald's makes their mark on the world of soft-serve by blending in mix-ins from some of our favorite brands.
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4. Sonic Blasts
Speaking of mix-ins, milkshakes, and delicious drinks, Sonic’s Blasts are another flavorful offering to try. You can pick up this treat in Butterfinger, Snickers, or Reese’s.
5. Subway Cookies
Taking a break from ice cream, sometimes you’re in the mood for that familiar, warm, and chewy texture. Luckily, Subway has plenty of cookie options to choose from, including chocolate chip and white chocolate macadamia nut.
6. McDonald's Apple Pie
Another warm and homey dessert to consider is McDonald’s apple pie. It’s small and handheld, ensuring it doesn’t feel like too much after a classic hamburger combo.
7. Taco Bell Cinnamon Twists
If it’s not ice cream, baked goods seem to be the way to go. Speaking of baked goods, Taco Bell’s cinnamon twists are the perfect blend of light and crispy textures. You can get these dough twists dolloped with cinnamon sugar.
8. McDonald’s Shamrock Shake
While this item is more so a drink than a dessert, it has people lining up the block come St. Patrick’s Day. Essentially, it’s a mint ice cream milkshake, and it comes in that classic green color.
9. Arby’s Chocolate Turnover
Arby’s is best known for its roast beef sandwiches, and certainly offers a solid switch-up to the usual hamburger game. To elevate your meal, be sure to grab one of their flaky and glazed pastries.
10. McDonald’s Strawberry and Cream Pie
Noting the success of their apple pie, McDonald's didn’t shy away from offering other tasty flavors. The strawberry and cream pie takes advantage of a golden crust contrasted by sweet creamy filling.
11. Mary Brown’s Banana Pudding
If you’re up in the North, you’ve probably indulged in some of Mary Brown’s fried chicken and taters. But have you had their Southern-style banana pudding? If not, that’s an error that needs to be quickly corrected.
12. Popeye’s Beignets
Speaking of stylish cuisines, Popeye’s stays true to its Louisiana roots by offering up beignets. These pastries are filled with chocolate and dusted with a hefty helping of powdered sugar.
13. Shake Shack Malted Shake
Returning to the world of creamy milkshakes, the malted shake at Shake Shack is certainly worth mentioning. The drink is made with real malt powder, which gives it a uniquely nostalgic flavor.
14. Domino’s Cinnamon Bread Twists
Taco Bell wasn’t the only one to see the logic in cinnamon-flavored twists. In fact, Domino’s has its own version, opting for buttery dough and icing for dipping.
15. Papa John’s Skillet Cookie
On the other hand, as another famous pizza chain, Papa John’s decided to stick to the pie-shape with their skillet cookie. Cut up and served like pizza slices, this giant chocolate chip cookie is baked to perfection and can be topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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16. Burger Factory’s Funnel Cake
Another smaller brand specializing in gourmet burgers and versatile side dishes, Burger Factory is also nailing the dessert game. Offering up funnel cakes, you can get these baked-fresh desserts with either strawberry syrup or chocolate drizzle.
17. Sonic Cinnamon Bites
Sonic also gave the cinnamon game a go, playing up to its retro drive-in roots. These dough bites are filled with cinnamon roll filling and topped with icing for an even sweeter kick.
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18. Burger King’s Sundae Pie
While Burger King’s main meals can be a hit or a miss, they certainly have something going on with their sundae pie. A chocolate cookie crust is topped with creamy filling and a helping of chocolate drizzle, making for quite the delectable dessert.
19. Auntie Anne’s Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Nuggets
Sometimes when you’re walking through the mall, it’s nice to have a cup of bite-sized pretzels in hand as a shopping snack. But if you prefer something sweet, you can go for their cinnamon-sugar-coated pieces instead.
20. Dairy Queen’s Peanut Buster Parfait
Returning to Dairy Queen, if you’re not a fan of Blizzards, you should certainly try their Peanut Buster Parfait. Sweet and salty work in perfect harmony, as vanilla soft serve is contrasted by melted fudge and salty peanuts.
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