FAST FOOD NEWS: Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s Froot Loops Mini Donuts

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Apostrophed brands unite!

Kellogg’s has teamed up with Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s to launch the totally Instagrammable Froot Loops Mini Donuts. According to the press release the treat, “…taste just like the cereal we all grew up with, and are perfect for breakfast, snack time and beyond.” The donuts come in Froot Loops’ five iconic colors — red, blue, green, purple, and yellow.

Froot Loops Mini Donuts are available for a limited time at participating Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s locations for $1.99.

If you’ve tried it, let us know what you think of it in the comments.

(Image via CKE Restaurants.)

FAST FOOD NEWS: McDonald’s Sweet N’ Spicy Honey BBQ Glazed Tenders

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Get some extra napkins ready because McDonald’s has rolled out the new Sweet N’ Spicy Honey BBQ Glazed Tenders.

The menu item features all white meat Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Tenders that are hand-tossed with a spicy honey BBQ glaze. It’s available for a limited time in 4-, 6-, and 10-piece orders.

A 4-piece order has 640 calories, 27 grams of fat, 4 grams of saturated fat, 0 gram of trans fat, 105 milligrams of cholesterol, 1780 milligrams of sodium, 63 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of fiber, 35 grams of sugar, and 39 grams of protein.

If you’ve tried it, let us know what you think of it in the comments.

(Photo via Robbie.)

FAST FOOD NEWS: Dunkin’ Donuts Apple Crisp Donut

Dunkin Donuts Apple Crisp Donut

Dunkin’ Donuts has brought back a number of seasonal products for fall, like its Pumpkin Donut and Festive Fall Donut, but has also debuted a new fall baked good.

The Apple Crisp Donut features apple filling, frosted with caramel icing, and topped with a crispy sweet oat topping.

The donut has 360 calories, 17 grams of fat, 7 grams of saturated fat, 0 gram of trans fat, 0 milligrams of cholesterol, 390 milligrams of sodium, 47 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of fiber, 21 grams of sugar, and 5 grams of protein.

If you’ve tried it, let us know what you think of it in the comments.

(Image via Dunkin’ Donuts.)

FAST FOOD NEWS: Taco Bell Caramel Apple Freeze

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Taco Bell has a new Caramel Apple Freeze to cool you down during the tailend of summer. Below, in block quotes, is the Taco Bell-ese used to, I guess, describe the new drink on the chain’s website. But instead of reading all that, I’ve provided translations of every paragraph.

Do you hear that? It’s the call of the county fair. Not only can you hear it from a mile away… you can smell it. Grilled this and fried that… the air is just wafting with fun and exotic fair food delicacies. And though you will try some of this, and some of that, you know that before the day is done, you will be heading right over to that Caramel Apple booth to pick up your all-time favorite. A Caramel Apple on a stick.

Translation: Hey, do you remember caramel apples from the county fair?

Remember the first time you had one? It might not have been at the fair. But one thing is for sure it was a bit of challenge to eat. Right? Let’s face it… It’s always a challenge to eat. First off, there is the stick. You can barely keep your Caramel Apple upright with it. Couldn’t you at least get two to help steady things while you bite into all that thick caramel goodness? And about the caramel. Nothing is better at locking your jaw around a rock hard apple like thick sticky caramel. Sure it tastes fantastic, but before you know it you’ve got that stuff on your fingers, and on your face, and exactly how it got on the back side of your head… nobody really knows. What a mess. Don’t you wish there was a better way to enjoy Caramel Apple flavor?

Translation: Also, do you remember how difficult and messy caramel apples are to eat?

Well step right up my friend, because the good people over at Taco Bell have got some great news for you. It’s called the new Caramel Apple Freeze. What is it? Imagine, if you will, a layer of sweet, caramel sauce topped with tangy, green apple flavored frozen, slushy, goodness. Want more? The Caramel Apple Freeze comes with a straw in place of that pesky stick. That’s right, no more stick. And bonus! Because it’s a frozen caramel apple flavored drink, it’s the perfect way to cool off when that temperature heads northward.

Translation: Taco Bell has a new Caramel Apple Freeze that features caramel sauce and green apple-flavored slush that’s easier and cleaner to eat than an actual caramel apple.

Now you can try your luck, but you won’t find the Caramel Apple Freeze down at the local county fair. In fact you’d have a better chance of getting a ringer down at the midway carnival games. Why? Because it’s ONLY available at your local participating Taco Bell location. AND… because it’s only available for a limited time, you might want to skip that long line over at the rickety rollercoaster and go get one now. You’ll thank us later.

Translation: It’s available for a limited time at participating locations.

A 16-ounce serving has 190 calories, 0.5 grams of fat, 0 grams of saturated fat, 0 milligrams of cholesterol, 80 milligrams of sodium, 47 grams of carbohydrates, 0 grams of fiber, 40 grams of sugar, and 0 grams of protein.

If you’ve tried it, let us know what you think of it in the comments.

(Image sent in by reader Brittany K.)

FAST FOOD NEWS: Burger King Jalapeno King and Spicy Crispy Jalapeno Chicken Sandwich

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Burger King has two new menu items that feature jalapenos — the Jalapeno King and Spicy Crispy Jalapeno Chicken Sandwich.

The burger version has two 1/4 lb. flamed–grilled beef patties, thick-cut smoked bacon, pepper jack cheese, jalapenos, and a creamy green chili aioli on a toasted sesame seed bun.

It has 990 calories, 65 grams of fat, 24 grams of saturated fat, 3 gram of trans fat, 205 milligrams of cholesterol, 1550 milligrams of sodium, 46 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of fiber, 7 grams of sugar, and 55 grams of protein.

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A few months ago, BK rolled out a spicy version of its Crispy Chicken Sandwich, but our reviewer didn’t think it had any heat. That might not be the case with this version.

This spicy menu item features a white meat seasoned chicken filled that’s breaded with bold flavors and spices, thick-cut smoked bacon, pepper jack cheese, jalapenos, and a creamy green chili aioli on a toasted potato bun.

The sandwich has 760 calories, 45 grams of fat, 11 grams of saturated fat, 0 grams of trans fat, 95 milligrams of cholesterol, 1720 milligrams of sodium, 58 grams of carbohydrates, and 32 grams of protein.

If you’ve tried either one, let us know what you think of it in the comments.

(Images via Burger King.)

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