McDonald’s is SCRAPPING two popular items – and WTF?

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by Eden-Olivia Lord |
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We're not sure how we feel about this, tbh

McDonald's McFlurry fans there's some bad news in store as it's been confirmed that the fast food chain is getting rid of their classic Dairy Milk and Crunchie McFlurries.

We KNOW we're devastated about it too.

However all is not lost because they're replacing them and making the Smarties, Oreo and Malteasers' flavours part of the permanent menu.

Check out: vegan food: the best snacks, cakes and crisps

Savoury banana crisps? You what? Yes, they're a thing, and they're REALLY good. They don't taste of banana, but you can tell they're not made from potato. But, they're just yummy. Available in Salt & Vinegar, Thai Sweet Chilli, Mixed Herbs and Himalayan Salt flavours. Vegan, dairy and gluten free, plus 10% of profits are invested in local farmers through the Green Net Charity.

Cake Or Death Vegan BrowniesCake or Death

Named after a sketch by Eddie Izzard, and packaged in pink and black leopard print, Cake Or Death vegan brownies are simply amazing. You can treat someone to a one-off box, or even a subscription - you save 20% and get a box every month. Highly recommended.

These have to top the list of the best healthy crisps out there. These probiotic puffs are made with ancient supergrain - Sorghum. A nutritional powerhouse rich with vitamins and minerals, it helps boost your energy levels and is the world's first and only Vegan Society approved probiotic, tested in a biotech lab to ensure it's good for your gut. On top of that, it's eco-friendly and sustainable, as Sorghum uses a staggering 50% less water to harvest than corn.But other than the health benefits, these crisps are just genuinely really delicious. Our cupboards will be stocked with these forevermore.

Organic Seed and Bean Coconut and Raspberry ChocolateSeed and Bean

Fancy a taste of the tropics, whatever the weather? This divine, organic, dark chocolate bar from Seed and Bean is bursting with coconut and raspberry. Be warned: it's all too easy to scoff the lot in one go.

NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto Plant-Based Flat WhiteTesco

Plant-based coffee has never been this yummy. We all love a flat white and these easy to use pods are VERY tasty. These coconutty and almondy coffee drinks aren't just lactose-free, but they actually taste toasty and nutty. They're available online, or in-store at your local supermarket.

Forest Feast Preda MangoWaitrose

Forest Feast uses delicious ingredients, sourcing them both responsibly and carefully before creating them into incredible snacks. With a resealable packet, the dried mango pieces are perfect to share with friends or to nibble on the go.

Abakus Seaweed Crisps - Sea SaltedAmazon

Rrp: £15.48

Price: £13.99

Fancy doing something caring while you crunch? These seaweed crisps subscribe to the 1% For The Planet Program, meaning that 1% of sales from this range goes towards charities in support of environmental causes. They taste GREAT too.

Nakd Salted Caramel BarsAmazon
Price: £19.37

The masterminds behind the Nākd bar have answered our prayers and added a salted caramel flavour to its existing range of popular bars.

Propercorn Sweet & SaltyAmazon
Price: £18.99

Going vegan but worried about eating out? Don't worry, your favourite cinema stack is suitable for vegans.

Burts Lentil Waves Thai Sweet ChilliBurts
Price: £1.35 (was £1.80)

www.waitrose.com

These Thai sweet chilli waves are the way to our hearts. Not only are the delicious lentil crisps vegan, but they're also less than 99 kcal per bag. Winner, winner, lentil dinner.

Who isn't wild for oats right now? And those clever cats at Oatly have expanded beyond the best milk for your vegan latte into a thick, delicious, not-really-milk shake.

Oatly Vanilla CustardTesco

If you want to drink this delicious, creamy, oat-based custard straight from the carton then we won't judge. Seriously, it's that good. Alternatively, it whips up like magic to double the size and is great for topping fruit, pies, or - frankly - just scoffing down with a spoon.

Graze Lightly Sea Salted Sharing BagGraze

Graze have invented a satisfyingly crunchy mix of pretzel bites, peas, broad beans and corn. And what's even better, this tasty snack is a source of fibre and protein, yet contains just 107 kcals per portion.

Nature's Store - Hazelnut and Cocoa Chocolate Spread Sainsbury's

Missing chocolate spread? Here is your answer. Nature's Store has this amazing chocolate and hazelnut, which is creamy and gets the balance of flavours just right. This rich, chocolate spread pairs perfectly with Supergood's Flippin' Lovely Pancake Mix. Editor's favourite.

Raw Halo Dark and Pink Himalayan SaltDark Halo

This healthy chocolate is all kinds of good, from the packaging to the ingredients to the sustainable farming that made it. The new pink sea salt and dark choc flavour is our fave, at 85% chocolate with pink sea salt for added zing.

Dr. Oetker The Good Baker Vegan Stonebaked Spinach Pizza
Price: £2 (was £3)

www.ocado.com

Craving a delicious slice of pizza but steering clear of cheese? Dr. Oetker's latest range, The Good Baker, has got you covered. Spinach, pumpkin seeds, marinated tomatoes, red onions and a vegan cheese alternative meet on a delicious stonebaked thin and crispy base, made with multigrain flour and oats. Certified by The Vegan Society, it's a source of fibre, features no artificial flavourings and has no added sugar.

So it's a little more of a meal than a snack, but if you're craving a succulent hot dog, Moving Mountains' Hot Dogs has a naturally smokey flavour and is a really convincing meat alternative. Perfect for snack platters, parties and more.

Fiid Vegan Lunch BowlsFiid

Who said fast food can't be vegan? Pop these convenient little pouches in the microwave for two to three minutes and you've got yourself a warm, nourishing lunch for just £3.50. Available in three delicious variations, Italian Ragu, Mexican Chilli and Moroccan Tagine.

Purition Beetroot & Chocolate nutritional shake
Price: £22.95 (500g = 12 servings)

www.purition.co.uk

Purition has just launched its new beetroot range, and we tried out this chocolate and beetroot nutritional shake. Add the powder to your blender with a banana, some milk, or whatever you fancy, and whisk up a nutritious drink. We found adding more fruit takes away some of the earthiness from the beetroot, which isn't to everyone's taste.

Oaty Bruce Unsweetened Oat M*lkOaty Bruce
Price: £1.50 (was £2)

www.sainsburys.co.uk

The creamiest, smoothest oat milk, Oaty Bruce Unsweetened Oat M*lk is a nutritious and delicious plant-powered, non-dairy milk and is made from just two natural ingredients: whole grain organic oats and water. It's that simple.

Previously only available in restaurants across the UK, Moving Mountains' now offers its mouth-watering meat substitutes in a cook-at-home range, so you can dine in style from the comfort of your kitchen.

Lo Bros Blueberry Lemonade CBD KombuchaOcado

Containing 15mg of active CBD, this tasty lemonade will not only quench your thirst but will leave you feeling calm and balanced. The drink also contains kombucha, which supports overall wellbeing.

Holy Moly Guacamole OriginalAmazon
Price: £5.88

The holy grail of snacks certainly includes creamy guac. Each pot of Holy Moly guacamole contains approximately two sun-ripened avocados, grown and hand-picked on a family farm in rural Mexico. You can find out which supermarkets stock Holy Moly's products here.

Perkier Vitamin Packed, Immune Booster barsPerkier

Not only are these bars the first in the UK to contain 100% NRV of Vitamin D, C and B12, but Perkier donate to food banks and partner with International Animal Rescue who rescues and rehabilitate orangutans, so your money will be well spent.

Native - Pr*wn CrackersNative

If you're a veggie or vegan, then you definitely must be missing a fabulous essential to a Chinese takeaway. Believe it or not, Native has launched a vegan prawn cracker snack and we're obsessed. They're available in stores, and online.

Plant Pops - Popped Lotus SeedsPlant Pops

Check out these spicy (and unusual) snacks from Plant Pops. Not only are these snacks innovative and award-winning, but they're made from ethically-sourced lotus seeds and the flavours are immense. Check out their full range here.

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After confirming the news on Twitter it safe to say that a lot of their customers have mixed views on the decision, with one writing: "You’re stopping Dairy Milk? 🤬😭".

Another commented: "Swear you best not get rid of crunchie".

Someone else said: "Don’t get rid of Crunchie 😮".

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A fourth wrote: "Getting rid of Dairy Milk McFlurrys is a bad day for those with coeliac disease and gluten intolerance".

One more added: "Bring back the Sundaes instead!!!! #sundaes #McDonalds".

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In more food related news, Love Island star Hayley Hughes has spoken about her diet secrets.

Speaking to Closer magazine, she said: "Breakfast can be either two Weetabix with milk, a ham and pepper omelette, or sometimes I’ll have granola with Greek yoghurt.

"For lunch, I’ll have a chicken or tuna salad, or stir-fry with noodles. For dinner, I have chicken and rice, or steak and vegetables. Sometimes, I’ll do a healthy Thai prawn curry with rice.

"On the weekend, I’ll have a glass of wine or two with my dinner. I snack on apple with cashew nut butter, two rice cakes, or a nutty Nakd bar."

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