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08 January 2025

McDonald's Launches New Hot Pie Flavors This January

Two unique flavors promise to delight dessert lovers this winter season.

McDonald's is all set to delight its customers with the launch of two new flavors of its popular hot pies—the <em>Nama Chocolate Cream Pie</em> and <em>White Chocolate Milk Tea Pie</em>. 

The Japanese arm of the fast-food giant, Japan McDonald's, announced the exciting addition to its dessert lineup, available starting January 8, 2025. These limited-time offerings are quite the treat, as they bring something fresh to the table for the winter season.

Both pies boast unique flavors aimed at warming the spirits during the chilly months. The <em>Nama Chocolate Cream Pie</em> features crispy cocoa pastry encasing a rich cream crafted from Belgium chocolate and fresh cream, delivering just the right balance of sweetness and subtle bitter notes. Imagine biting through the flaky exterior only to be met with the smooth melt-in-your-mouth chocolate taste—pure bliss!

On the other hand, the <em>White Chocolate Milk Tea Pie</em> tantalizes taste buds with its delightful medley of Earl Grey aroma and sweet white chocolate. Inside its crunchy biscuit crust, the milk tea cream harmonizes beautifully with the crunch of butter biscuits, lifting your afternoon tea experience to new heights.

Japan McDonald's has positioned these pies as the ideal reward dessert for busy customers seeking comfort amid the winter hustle and bustle. During the launch, customers can enjoy these treats packaged beautifully to reflect their luxurious nature, beautifully adorned as “reward” desserts.

Priced at 210 yen each (tax included), the two new pies are set to be available until early February 2025, making them just the right sweet treat to enjoy either as part of your meal or as a delightful afternoon snack.

To build excitement, McDonald's has also rolled out fresh television commercials featuring beloved Japanese actors Sairi Ito and Kotone Furukawa. These ads began airing on January 7, 2025, capturing the essence of the new pies with vivid storytelling. Set to the classic tune of "Candy Candy," the actors discuss the “sinful” joys of indulging in these new desserts, making them irresistible to fans of the brand.

The response to the brand's innovative approach and unique flavors has been enthusiastic, with many eagerly anticipating trying out these desserts upon their release. The combination of high-quality ingredients and the allure of new flavors promises to make both pies standout items at the fast-food chain.

Overall, McDonald's has once again proven its knack for reinvigorated seasonal offerings, positioning itself as not only the go-to for hearty meals but also for sweet indulgences through the cold season. These new pies are sure to be popular among customers old and new, eager to cool down or warm up with delightful treats from their favorite fast-food outlet.

Mark your calendars and grab these limited-time offerings at your local McDonald's starting January 8, 2025—your taste buds will thank you!