[Trending News] The Egg McMuffin Is Turning 50, and McDonald's Is Celebrating With All-New Breakfast Deals and a Fan-Favorite Comeback

McDonald’s is celebrating 50 years of breakfast service by bringing fans all-new treats and plenty of discounts. 

On Tuesday, the company shared more about its history with breakfast, which all began with the Egg McMuffin in 1975. “Whether it was the melty cheese, the freshly cracked egg (now sourced 100% cage-free in the U.S.), or the perfectly toasted and buttered English Muffin … this simple yet delicious sandwich struck a chord with America and inspired a whole new way to enjoy the most important meal of the day,” McDonald’s shared. And five decades on, it’s still making people’s mornings. 

“At McDonald’s, breakfast isn’t just a meal; it’s a cherished tradition and cornerstone of our brand,” Joe Erlinger, the president of McDonald’s USA, shared. “Every morning when we open our doors, we are a breakfast restaurant. Whether it’s my personal favorite, the Egg McMuffin, or our crispy Hash Browns, fluffy hotcakes, or sweet and savory McGriddles, we’re all about giving our customers the best start to their day. Our fans know they can always count on us for a one-of-a-kind breakfast experience anchored in great value and high-quality ingredients.”

As for how the McMuffin came to be, McDonald’s explained that it’s all thanks to Herb Peterson, who invented the breakfast item in 1971 as a way to put eggs benedict “in the palm of your hand.”

“When I watched my father introduce this idea to Ray Kroc, we could not have anticipated it would become the foundation for the renowned McDonald’s breakfast menu,” Peterson’s son — who is also a McDonald’s owner/operator — David Peterson, shared in a statement. “It’s been remarkable to see people embrace this innovation over the last five decades, and now we get to share that heritage with a new generation of breakfast fans.”

Here’s what you need to know about all the early morning surprises ahead. 

McDonald’s kicks off National Egg McMuffin Day with $1 deals

McDonald’s is kicking off the party with National Egg McMuffin Day on Sunday, March 2, when it will be offering fans the chance to grab an Egg McMuffin or Sausage McMuffin with Egg breakfast sandwich for just $1. But remember: You will need to have the McDonald’s app downloaded as it’s the only way to get the deal. 

App users can get BOGO deals on breakfast delivery

From March 3 to March 30, breakfast fans can get two McMuffin sandwiches delivered right to their door when they order the BOGO special (available for both the Sausage McMuffin with Egg and Egg McMuffin). Again, just make sure to choose McDelivery order in the McDonald’s App.

Bagel Sandwiches are finally available nationwide 

Beyond the deals, McDonald’s also announced it’s finally bringing its Bagel Sandwiches to everyone. “For the first time ever, McDonald’s renowned bagel sandwiches are now available across the U.S. So, whether you love the classic Bacon, Egg & Cheese or the iconic Steak, Egg & Cheese, McDonald’s has you covered, no matter where you are,” the brand stated. 

Krispy Kreme is now in NYC 

Krispy Kreme and McDonald’s have enjoyed a long partnership, with the doughnut shop delivering fresh pastries to restaurants in major cities around the nation, except in New York City — until now. McDonald’s announced that starting now, those in the city can find Krispy Kreme doughnuts in participating shops. Don’t worry if you’re not in a city. McDonald’s noted that more than half of McDonald’s restaurants in the U.S. will be serving Krispy Kreme by the end of 2025, with full nationwide availability by the end of 2026.