When and for how long will McDonald's fried apple pies be available in the U.S. as part of the 250th birthday celebration?

McDonald's fried apple pies will be available at most U.S. restaurants for a limited time starting June 23, with no end date specified in the article other than the context of America's 250th birthday celebration — and the giant pie installation in Joliet, Illinois, is scheduled to remain until July 4.

Why did McDonald's originally replace the fried apple pie with a baked version, and where has the fried version remained available since then?

McDonald's replaced the fried apple pie with a baked version in 1992 in most of the U.S. in response to growing consumer awareness of fat and cholesterol consumption; the fried version remained on menus in Hawaii and is still sold in some other countries, including the United Kingdom, Mexico, Greece, Australia, and China.

McDonald's Brings Back Fried Apple Pie for America's 250th Birthday

Jun 17, 2026

McDonald's is reintroducing its original fried apple pie after over three decades to honor America's 250th birthday, joining other fast-food chains with patriotic treats. The company sources approximately 170 million American-grown apples annually for its U.S. stores.

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