Prices are approximate and vary by restaurant. Last updated September 2026.
The McFlurry is McDonald’s most strategically exciting dessert: a simple base of soft dairy ice cream, spun together with your chosen mix-in, that becomes a canvas for an ever-rotating cast of chocolate bars and sweets. Part of the fun is never quite knowing what will be on the menu — flavours come and go, limited editions cause genuine excitement, and discontinued favourites inspire actual nostalgia.
This independent guide covers the McFlurry flavours you will find in the UK, which ones are permanent, which are limited editions, what they cost, and how to keep track of the rotation.
What Is a McFlurry, Exactly?
For the uninitiated: a McFlurry is soft-serve-style dairy ice cream blended with pieces of chocolate, biscuit, or sweets, served in a cup with a spoon. It comes in two sizes:
- Regular McFlurry — around £1.99–£2.60 depending on the restaurant and flavour.
- Mini McFlurry — around £1.49–£1.99, a smaller portion that is ideal for children or for anyone who wants the taste without the full commitment.
Prices vary by location, and some limited-edition flavours are priced slightly higher than standard ones.
The Core Flavours: Oreo and Maltesers
Two flavours form the backbone of the UK McFlurry menu and are about as close to permanent as it gets:
- Oreo McFlurry — vanilla soft ice cream swirled with crushed Oreo cookie pieces. The cookies-to-cream ratio, the slight bitterness of the cocoa biscuit against the sweet ice cream — this is the benchmark McFlurry, and its enduring popularity is no mystery.
- Maltesers McFlurry — ice cream blended with Maltesers pieces and a malt-chocolate swirl. Lighter and maltier than the Oreo, with that distinctive honeycomb crunch.
If you are introducing someone to the McFlurry for the first time, start here. These two are the safest bets and the most consistently available.
Chocolate Bar Flavours
Beyond the core two, the menu regularly features McFlurries built around familiar chocolate bars:
- Smarties McFlurry — colourful Smarties pieces folded through the ice cream. A particular hit with children, for obvious visual reasons.
- Galaxy Chocolate McFlurry — smooth Galaxy chocolate pieces and sauce. Richer and creamier than the Oreo, aimed squarely at milk-chocolate lovers.
- Galaxy Caramel / Salted Caramel McFlurry — the Galaxy treatment with a caramel element. The salted caramel version, when available, is one of the best-regarded limited rotations.
- Twix McFlurry — Twix biscuit and caramel pieces. The biscuit adds a welcome crunch and the caramel swirls through nicely.
These flavours rotate in and out. You might find Galaxy one month and Twix the next — that is normal, not a sign that your local has a problem.
Terry’s Chocolate Orange
The Terry’s Chocolate Orange McFlurry deserves a special mention because it has one of the most devoted followings of any limited flavour. Chocolate and orange is a divisive combination — people tend to love it or hate it — but its fans are passionate, and its returns to the menu are greeted with genuine enthusiasm. When it appears, usually around the festive season or as a limited run, it sells on nostalgia as much as taste.
Seasonal and Limited Editions
This is where the McFlurry gets exciting — and where you need to manage expectations, because limited editions are temporary by definition.
- Easter: Mini Egg and Creme Egg McFlurries. Around Easter, McDonald’s typically runs Cadbury-themed McFlurries — Mini Eggs (milk chocolate with a crisp sugar shell) and Creme Egg (with the fondant-style filling swirled through). These are among the most popular seasonal items McDonald’s does, and they reliably sell well.
- Aero Peppermint and Aero Chocolate. Aero-based McFlurries have appeared as limited editions, playing on the bubbly chocolate texture. Mint chocolate, like chocolate orange, divides opinion — which only makes its fans more vocal.
- Festive flavours. The Christmas period often brings themed desserts, and McFlurry variations have featured in seasonal menus.
The golden rule: never assume a limited flavour is permanent. If you see one advertised, try it sooner rather than later. McDonald’s does not always announce end dates, and popular limited runs can sell out or simply rotate away.
How the Rotation Works
McDonald’s UK tends to run two to four McFlurry flavours at a time: the core options plus one or two rotating or seasonal choices. New flavours are usually announced through the MyMcDonald’s app, in-store menu boards, and McDonald’s social channels. Limited editions typically run for six to eight weeks, though popular ones sometimes get extended and unpopular ones can vanish faster.
There is no published annual calendar, which is part of the fun — but it also means rumours on social media should be treated with caution until confirmed by an official announcement.
McFlurry Prices and Value
Prices are approximate and vary by restaurant. Last updated September 2026.
| Size | Approximate price |
|---|---|
| Mini McFlurry | Around £1.49–£1.99 |
| Regular McFlurry | Around £1.99–£2.60 |
The Mini is genuinely good value if you want a taste without overdoing it — and at under £2 in many restaurants, it is one of the cheaper desserts on the high street. Limited-edition flavours occasionally carry a small premium over the standard price.
Nutrition: What You Are Getting Into
A McFlurry is a treat, and the numbers reflect that. Regular McFlurries with chocolate mix-ins are high in sugar — that is the nature of ice cream blended with chocolate bars. The Mini size roughly halves the damage, which makes it the sensible choice if you are watching sugar intake but still want to participate. As always, check the official nutrition information for current figures, and treat the McFlurry as what it is: a dessert, not a snack.
Tips for McFlurry Fans
- Follow official channels for limited-edition announcements — the app is the most reliable source.
- Try limited flavours early in their run; they can sell out or rotate away without warning.
- Ask for extra mix-in — some restaurants will add a little extra of the topping if you ask nicely (results vary).
- The spoon is a straw — the hollow McFlurry spoon is famously also a straw, a design quirk that doubles as a conversation starter.
- Check the app for dessert offers — McFlurries periodically feature in app-exclusive deals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What McFlurry flavours are available in the UK?
The most consistent flavours are Oreo and Maltesers. Others seen in 2026 include Smarties, Galaxy Chocolate, Galaxy Caramel/Salted Caramel, Twix, and Terry’s Chocolate Orange, plus seasonal and limited editions. The exact line-up rotates.
How much is a McFlurry in the UK?
A regular McFlurry costs around £1.99–£2.60 and a mini around £1.49–£1.99, though prices vary by restaurant and some limited editions cost slightly more.
Are limited-edition McFlurry flavours permanent?
No. Limited editions typically run for around six to eight weeks and then rotate away. Never assume a limited flavour will still be there next month.
When are the Easter McFlurries available?
Cadbury-themed McFlurries such as Mini Egg and Creme Egg typically appear in the run-up to Easter. Exact dates vary each year — watch the app for announcements.
What is the most popular McFlurry flavour?
Oreo is the long-standing bestseller and the closest thing to a permanent fixture, with Maltesers a close second. Among limited editions, the Easter Cadbury flavours generate the most excitement.
Can I get a McFlurry delivered?
Yes, McFlurries are available on Uber Eats, Just Eat, and Deliveroo where McDonald’s delivery operates — though ice cream and delivery times are natural enemies, so eat it promptly.
Conclusion
The McFlurry menu is a small but perfectly formed exercise in managed excitement: Oreo and Maltesers holding down the fort while a rotating cast of chocolate bars, seasonal specials, and limited editions keeps things interesting. Enjoy the permanent favourites, pounce on the limited runs, and never — ever — assume the Terry’s Chocolate Orange will be there next week.