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A TikTok account, Microwaving30Mins, recently microwaved a McDonald’s Big Mac for 30 minutes. The fast-food icon morphed into a rock-hard, greasy mass, leaving viewers stunned by the dramatic transformation.
Microwaving Big Mac for 30 Minutes Transforms Iconic Burger Into Solid Mass, TikTok Host Unfazed by Outcome
The TikTok account Microwaving30Mins, known for testing how various foods respond to extended heating, recently took on the challenge of microwaving a McDonald’s Big Mac for 30 minutes. According to a report by the New York Post, the experiment, spearheaded by the host Harry, quickly transformed the iconic fast-food item into an unrecognizable, solid mass.
“McDonald’s products tend not to rot, but they never said how they would hold up in a microwave,” Harry remarked during the video. After half an hour of heating, the once succulent double patty burger turned “rock hard and incredibly greasy,” with “tendrils of solidified beef liquid” seeping out from the bottom. Harry expressed little surprise at the outcome, stating that this was exactly how he expected a processed McDonald’s product to behave after an extended microwave session.
One viewer commented that the video “has helped immeasurably” in sticking to her diet after witnessing the burger’s transformation.
In other McDonald’s news, the fast-food chain is currently testing a new burger, the Big Arch Burger, a competitor to the beloved Big Mac. For now, it is available only in select countries. Additionally, McDonald’s is phasing out its clunky plastic spoons for McFlurries, opting for a more minimal and eco-friendly design.
McDonald’s Introduces Sustainable Four-Flap McFlurry Cup as Part of 2025 Packaging Goals
McDonald’s continues its push toward sustainability by introducing a new McFlurry cup. Last October 2023, the company replaced the recognizable McFlurry spoon with a more sustainable alternative. Now, they are swapping out the traditional cup and plastic lid for a four-flap cup designed to reduce waste. This change aligns with McDonald’s goal of sourcing 100% of its primary guest packaging from renewable, recycled, or certified materials by 2025.
“Packaging updates like this matter,” said Michael Gonda, SVP and Chief Impact Officer for McDonald’s North America. He noted that the new cup is a fun way for U.S. customers to enjoy the McFlurry and brings the company closer to achieving its packaging and waste reduction goals.
The four-flap McFlurry cups are already available in countries like Canada and Indonesia and will be rolled out in the U.S. this month. Additionally, McDonald’s is launching a new Mini McFlurry starting Sept. 10, offering customers a smaller portion of the famous dessert. The Mini McFlurry is being marketed as an ideal choice for those looking for a quick snack or friends who always ask for “just a bite.”
