There’s a science behind McDonald’s iconic McFlurry (Image: Getty)
iconic frozen dessert the McFlurry has been tickling our taste buds since the chain added it to the menu in 1998.
Over the years, its design has seen several changes to the packaging, while many variations have come and gone including collaborations with confectionary giants including Cadbury, Nestle and Mars. One part of the product that has seemingly gone unnoticed by some, however, is the unique plastic spoon each frozen treat comes with.
A snap of a McFlurry – spoon included – was recently shared to alongside a caption asking: “Is this a straw or some kind of eating device?” The confused McDonald’s customer’s post later made its way to , where fast food boffins were on hand to offer an explanation.
“It’s quite literally a drill bit spoon,” the X user revealed. “They attach that spoon to a machine through that hole and it stirs the McFlurry to get a perfect mix. That way, they both save on having to clean a stirring tool on every serving and they don’t waste the ice cream that would get stuck on it.”
This was backed up by a second person, who added: “We all wondered thus at some point. Its cool design because the spoon becomes the mixer as well.”
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It’s quite literally a drill bit spoon. They attach that spoon to a machine through that hole and it stirs the mcflurry to get a perfect mix. That way, they both save on having to clean a stirring tool on every serving and they don’t waste the ice cream that would get stuck on it
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Scores more people, however, suggested there was no science behind the device, with some responding it was a mere spoon, and others a straw. This was refuted by several other experts who explained the benefits to the company.
“Spoon made for use as the blender attachment used for mixing,” another person penned. “Saves on time, labour steps, and machine cost. It is not in fact designed to be used as a straw.”
While a second added: “If you’ve ever seen them make one that thing clicks onto the machine and that’s how they blend stuff into the ice cream. It’s like that to attach to the spindle piece.”
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Last month McDonald’s made several major changes to its UK menu, including the axing of the Milkybar Raspberry Ripple and Munchies Cookie Dough McFlurry and Mini McFlurry options.
As replacements, it rolled out temporary Galaxy Chocolate McFlurry and the Twix Chocolate McFlurry which cost £2.19 and £1.59 for full size and mini versions respectively.
The duo add to the mainstay McFlurry options – Maltesers, Oreo and Smarties – which cost less at £1.69 and £1.19.