McDonald’s Desserts Menu: Cones, Sundaes, Pies, Shakes & McFlurry
McDonald’s US desserts menu has eight year-round treats: the Vanilla Cone, two sundaes, two McFlurry flavors, three shakes, the Baked Apple Pie and the Chocolate Chip Cookie. Here they are side by side with prices, calories and sugar, plus the seasonal desserts and what to order when you want something light.
McDonald’s Dessert Prices
The cheapest McDonald’s desserts are the Chocolate Chip Cookie ($1.79), Baked Apple Pie ($1.89) and Vanilla Cone ($1.29–$2.43). Sundaes typically cost $3.65–$4.29, a McFlurry about $2.29 to $4.50, and shakes about $4 to $5.50 depending on size.
*Prices are typical US prices reported online in October 2026; shake prices are reported ranges across sizes. Your restaurant sets its own price. Calories: McDonald’s USA official data.
Every McDonald’s Dessert Compared
Sorted from lightest to heaviest, McDonald’s desserts run from a 170-calorie cookie to a 570-calorie M&M’S McFlurry, before you size up a shake. Most of the calories come from sugar: every soft-serve dessert except the cone has 30 g or more of added sugar.
| Dessert | Calories | Sugars | Added sugars | Sat. fat | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chocolate Chip Cookie | 170 | 15 g | 15 g | 4 g | $1.79 |
| Vanilla Cone | 200 | 23 g | 17 g | 3 g | $1.29–$2.43 |
| Baked Apple Pie | 230 | 14 g | 13 g | 6 g | $1.89 |
| Hot Fudge Sundae | 330 | 44 g | 36 g | 7 g | $3.65–$4.29 |
| Hot Caramel Sundae | 330 | 41 g | 34 g | 4.5 g | $3.65–$4.29 |
| McFlurry with OREO | 410 | 48 g | 39 g | 7 g | $2.29–$2.99 |
| Strawberry Shake (S) | 470 | 58 g | 46 g | 8 g | See shakes |
| Vanilla Shake (S) | 480 | 51 g | 40 g | 8 g | See shakes |
| Chocolate Shake (S) | 520 | 67 g | 54 g | 9 g | See shakes |
| McFlurry with M&M’S | 570 | 74 g | 62 g | 12 g | $3.00–$4.50 |
McDonald’s USA nutrition data. Shakes shown in Small; see sizes below. The Daily Value for added sugars is 50 g.
Lowest-Calorie and Lowest-Sugar McDonald’s Desserts
The Chocolate Chip Cookie (170 calories), Vanilla Cone (200) and Baked Apple Pie (230) are the lightest desserts. The apple pie also has the least added sugar (13 g), less than half of a sundae.
Lightest picks
- Least sugar: Baked Apple Pie, 14 g total
- Most protein: Chocolate Shake (S), 12 g, from the milk
- Lowest saturated fat: Vanilla Cone, 3 g
- Smallest treat: one cookie, 34 g
Heaviest picks
- Large Strawberry Shake: 850 cal, 86 g added sugar
- Large Chocolate Shake: 800 cal
- McFlurry with M&M’S: 570 cal, 12 g saturated fat
- Full McFlurry breakdown in our McFlurry guide
McDonald’s Shakes: Calories by Size
McDonald’s sells Chocolate, Vanilla and Strawberry shakes in Small, Medium and Large. A Small shake has 470 to 520 calories and a Large 780 to 850, so going from Small to Large adds 300 or more calories.
| Shake | Small | Medium | Large |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chocolate Shake | 520 cal54 g added sugar | 650 cal68 g added sugar | 800 cal86 g added sugar |
| Vanilla Shake | 480 cal40 g added sugar | 570 cal48 g added sugar | 780 cal67 g added sugar |
| Strawberry Shake | 470 cal46 g added sugar | 600 cal59 g added sugar | 850 cal86 g added sugar |
Every shake is made from the same vanilla reduced-fat soft serve blended with flavored syrup and topped with whipped light cream. Ask for no whipped cream to save a few calories. Shakes use the same machine as cones and McFlurries, so when one is down, all three usually are.
McDonald’s USA data. The Shamrock Shake is a seasonal fourth flavor; see below.
Hot Fudge vs Hot Caramel Sundae
Both sundaes are vanilla soft serve with a warm topping and have the same 330 calories. The Hot Fudge Sundae has more saturated fat (7 g vs 4.5 g); the Hot Caramel Sundae has a little more carbohydrate and no soy.
| Hot Fudge Sundae | Hot Caramel Sundae | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 330 | 330 |
| Fat / saturated fat | 10 g / 7 g | 7 g / 4.5 g |
| Sugars (added) | 44 g (36 g) | 41 g (34 g) |
| Protein | 8 g | 7 g |
| Allergens | Milk, Soy | Milk |
| Typical price | $3.65–$4.29 | $3.65–$4.29 |
Some restaurants will add both toppings, or pour a sundae topping over a cone or McFlurry for a small charge.
Seasonal and Limited-Time McDonald’s Desserts
McDonald’s rotates seasonal desserts around the year: the Shamrock Shake in February, a new McFlurry in summer and the Holiday Pie from mid-November. As of mid-October 2026, no limited-time dessert is running nationally.
| When | Dessert | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| February–March | Shamrock Shake and OREO Shamrock McFlurry | Returned February 17, 2026 |
| Summer (June–August) | A limited-time McFlurry | 2025: Hershey’s S’mores |
| Late summer–fall | Caramel Apple Pie McCafé drinks | From August 17, 2026 |
| Mid-November–December | Holiday Pie, a sugar-sprinkled custard pie | Returned November 14, 2025 |
| Some regions, any time | Blueberry & Crème Pie and other regional pies | Varies by market |
Dates from McDonald’s US New Menu Item Spotter. Regional pies appear only at some restaurants.
McDonald’s Dessert Allergens
Every soft-serve dessert contains milk. The Baked Apple Pie is the only McDonald’s dessert without milk, and the M&M’S McFlurry, sundaes and shakes are the soft-serve options without wheat.
| Dessert | Milk | Wheat | Soy | Egg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanilla Cone | ● | ● | – | – |
| Hot Fudge Sundae | ● | – | ● | – |
| Hot Caramel Sundae | ● | – | – | – |
| McFlurry with OREO | ● | ● | ● | – |
| McFlurry with M&M’S | ● | – | ● | – |
| Shakes (all flavors) | ● | – | – | – |
| Baked Apple Pie | – | ● | – | – |
| Chocolate Chip Cookie | ● | ● | ● | ● |
● = contains, per McDonald’s USA allergen data. Desserts share equipment and toppings, so cross-contact is possible; candy toppings may be produced where peanuts or tree nuts are handled.
McDonald’s Desserts FAQ
What is the cheapest dessert at McDonald's?
Usually the Vanilla Cone or the Chocolate Chip Cookie, both often under $2. The Baked Apple Pie is close behind.
Does McDonald's still sell the Strawberry Shake?
Yes. Chocolate, Vanilla and Strawberry shakes are all on the US menu in three sizes.
Can I get a dessert at McDonald's breakfast?
Yes, at most restaurants. Cones, sundaes, pies and cookies are usually available all day while the machine is running.
Is the McDonald's ice cream real dairy?
Yes. It's vanilla reduced-fat ice cream made with milk, cream and sugar.
When does the Holiday Pie come back?
It usually returns in mid-November and runs through December while supplies last.
How We Checked This Page
- Nutrition and allergens: McDonald’s USA product data for every dessert and shake size
- Seasonal desserts: McDonald’s US New Menu Item Spotter
- History: McDonald’s statements on the Baked Apple Pie recipe changes
- Prices: typical US prices reported online in October 2026; your restaurant sets its own price
Menu Facts USA is an independent guide. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by McDonald’s Corporation. McFlurry, Shamrock Shake and related names are trademarks of McDonald’s. OREO is a trademark of Mondelez International, and M&M’S is a trademark of Mars, Incorporated. If you have a food allergy, confirm ingredients with your restaurant before ordering.