On March 2, 2025, McDonald’s celebrates the 50th anniversary of its iconic Egg McMuffin by offering customers the beloved breakfast sandwich for just $1. The event, dubbed "Egg McMuffin Day," allows fans to purchase both Egg McMuffins and Sausage McMuffins with Egg through the McDonald’s app, inviting everyone to join the celebration.
This promotion is not only about special pricing; it’s also about honoring the history of the Egg McMuffin, which has become foundational to McDonald’s breakfast menu since its debut. Customers can download the McDonald's app and take advantage of these deals at any of the thousands of participating locations across the nation.
The Egg McMuffin's story began back in 1971, thanks to Herb Peterson, one of McDonald’s franchisees. Believing McDonald's needed to expand their breakfast offerings, Peterson created the Egg McMuffin, inspired by his version of Eggs Benedict but with a twist: he replaced the Hollandaise sauce with cheese. His idea was so groundbreaking, it caught the attention of McDonald’s co-founder Ray Kroc.
Peterson tested the dish and launched it as the Egg McMuffin at select locations, and by 1975 it was available nationwide, rapidly becoming favored among breakfast goers. "When I watched my father introduce this idea to Ray Kroc, we could not have anticipated it would become the foundation for the renowned McDonald’s breakfast menu," stated David Peterson, Herb's son and McDonald’s owner and operator.
With the recent national egg shortage causing other food chains to levy surcharges on egg-based products, McDonald’s remains steadfastly committed to keeping prices low for consumers. "Unlike others making news recently, you definitely won't see McDonald's USA issuing surcharges on eggs, which are 100% cage-free and sourced in the U.S," emphasized Michael Gonda, Chief Impact Officer at McDonald's, via LinkedIn. Customers can continue to enjoy their Egg McMuffins without worrying about price increases.
The Egg McMuffin itself contains 310 calories and is made with high-quality ingredients including Canadian bacon, eggs, American cheese, and butter. Those who want to indulge even more can look forward to additional promotions this month, including the option to get a buy-one-get-one-free deal on Sausage McMuffins with Egg when ordering delivery through the app from March 3–30.
Other menu news includes the introduction of bagel sandwiches available at all McDonald’s locations nationwide and the anticipated arrival of Krispy Kreme doughnuts available at select McDonald’s outlets in New York. With these exciting developments, the company is aiming to keep their breakfast menu fresh and appealing to both new customers and long-time fans.
To kickstart this celebratory day, customers are encouraged to partake and relish the delicious Egg McMuffin for just $1, all the more special as McDonald’s highlights the beloved sandwich's history and its lasting impression over fifty years. The community spirit around such promotions not only highlights affordability but celebrates innovation within the fast-food industry.
This year, McDonald’s is not just reflecting on the past but planning for the future, ensuring its customers continue to receive quality meals at reasonable prices, fortifying its position as one of the leading fast-food chains worldwide.