Wendy’s Is Finally Bringing Back Its Best Frosty Flavor

We've all been waiting.

It’s not a milkshake, and it’s not ice cream—it’s a Frosty. The beloved frozen treat has been a staple on Wendy’s menu for the past 50 years, and it’s easy to see why. The Frosty has paved its own path in the fast-food industry, being a unique dessert that doesn’t fit into just one box. It’s not scoopable like ice cream, and it’s also thicker than a traditional milkshake, giving fans the option to sip with a straw, eat it with a spoon, or even dip hot French fries into it.

The chain stays true to its roots, keeping the original Chocolate Frosty available year-round, but the Ohio-based restaurant never stops innovating. It now offers fans a range of flavors, including Strawberry, Orange Dreamsicle, and even Peppermint, to keep its menu exciting throughout each season.

Now Wendy’s is bringing back one fan-favorite Frosty to locations nationwide, but only for a limited time.

The Vanilla Frosty Returns to Wendy’s

After a months-long hiatus, Wendy’s is bringing back the Vanilla Frosty. Fans have been desperately awaiting the return of the beloved flavor which is frequently replaced with the chain’s seasonal offerings. According to the Wendy’s Frosty FAQ, seasonal syrups are added to the vanilla base, which could explain why vanilla Frostys are only available a couple of times a year.

Wendy’s recently announced that its summer Triple Berry Frosty was in its final weeks, offering hope that the vanilla version would soon return. However, there was some uncertainty considering the timing of last year’s Frosty lineup. Wendy’s added the Pumpkin Spice Frosty to the menu in September and transitioned to the Peppermint Frosty in November, which kept vanilla lovers waiting until January to snag their favorite flavor. The Vanilla Frosty then disappeared as the chain added fruit-flavored options throughout the spring and summer. Still, fans remained hopeful for a comeback—and now the time is finally here.

Instagrammer @Markie_devo shared the exciting news with his followers, who were quick to react. “Yes! I understand the need for limited offers to keep things fresh, but the chocolate is forever and the vanilla is the best. A half chocolate & half vanilla is the perfect Frosty!” said one excited fan.

“Finally! The Vanilla Frosty is why we would go to Wendy's. We stopped when vanilla was no longer an option. Glad there is a reason to go back,” added another.

Only time will tell what Wendy’s comes up with next, but if you’ve been waiting for the Vanilla Frosty, you’ll want to act quickly because it’s only a matter of time before the chain drops its next flavor.

Read the original article on All Recipes.