Is McDonald's safe for a peanut allergy?
Verify before eating
McDonald's does not use peanuts in core menu items in most markets, but several desserts (e.g. McFlurry variants) and seasonal items contain peanuts.
Why this verdict
- Core burgers, fries, and chicken items do not list peanut as an ingredient.
- McFlurry flavours like Snickers and Reese's contain peanut.
- Cross-contact in the dessert station is possible.
Watch out for
- Sundae and McFlurry stations sharing scoops with peanut-containing flavours.
- Seasonal sauces or desserts that introduce peanut for limited-time menus.
Safer alternatives
- Plain hamburger or cheeseburger
- Fries (cooked in beef-tallow-free oil in most markets)
What to ask staff
- Is the McFlurry machine cleaned between peanut-containing and non-peanut flavours?
- Are any limited-time items currently using peanut?
Frequently asked
Are McDonald's fries cooked in peanut oil?
No, McDonald's fries are cooked in vegetable oil blends globally. Peanut oil is not used.