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Wendy’s Frosty Menu 2026: Prices, Flavors, Calories and Hours

The Wendy’s Frosty Menu remains one of the most searched fast food desserts in the United States, and for good reason. This thick, spoonable treat has stayed on the menu since Dave Thomas opened the first Wendy’s in 1969, and it still pulls in fans who want something colder and creamier than a regular milkshake. Below, you will find every current flavor, verified nutrition facts, updated price ranges, and the exact hours you can order one.

Price Disclaimer: Wendy’s prices vary by location because restaurants set their own menu prices. The prices below reflect typical U.S. ranges. Always check your local Wendy’s app or Wendy’s Menu with Prices for the exact price before ordering.

Classic Chocolate Frosty

$1.39 – $3.19 | 190-510 Cal

Vanilla Frosty

$1.39 – $3.19 | 190-510 Cal

 Apple Crumble Frosty Fusion, Vanilla

$4.19 – $5.49 | 390-680 Cal

Cookie Dough Frosty Fusion, Vanilla

$3.99 – $4.89 | 540-930 Cal

Cookie Dough Frosty Fusion, Chocolate

$3.99 – $4.89 | 540-930 Cal

OREO Brownie Vanilla Frosty Fusion

$3.99 – $4.89 | 520-850 Cal

Caramel Crunch Vanilla Frosty

$3.99 – $4.89 | 420-740 Cal

Brownie Batter Vanilla Frosty Swirl

$2.99 – $3.99 | 500-710 Cal

Strawberry Vanilla Frosty Swirl

$2.99 – $3.99 | 330-530 Cal

Caramel Vanilla Frosty Swirl

$2.99 – $3.99 | 380-570 Cal

 
OREO® Brownie Chocolate Frosty Fusion

$3.99 – $4.89 | 520-850 Cal

Caramel Crunch Chocolate Frosty Fusion

$3.99 – $4.89 | 420-740 Cal

Brownie Batter Chocolate Frosty Swirl

$2.99 – $3.99 | 500-710 Cal

Strawberry Chocolate Frosty Swirl

$2.99 – $3.99 | 330-530 Cal

Caramel Chocolate Frosty Swirl

$2.99 – $3.99 | 380-570 Cal

Wendy’s Frosty Menu Prices

Frosty prices depend on size, flavor category, and location. Junior sizes cost the least, while Frosty Fusions in a large cup sit at the top of the price range because of the added mix-ins and sauce. Here is a typical price breakdown you can expect at most Wendy’s locations.

Wendy’s also brings back the $1 Small Frosty as a limited time promotion during summer, often tied to National Ice Cream Day in July. Rewards members typically get early access to that deal through the Wendy’s app before it opens to everyone else in restaurants nationwide.

Wendy’s Frosty Sizes

Most Wendy’s restaurants offer four Frosty sizes, though availability can shift by location and by flavor type. Junior and Small work well if you want a lighter treat or plan to dip fries into it. Medium and Large suit anyone who wants a full dessert on its own.

• Junior Frosty, the smallest and most budget friendly option, available for Classic flavors only
• Small Frosty, the standard size and the one most nutrition facts are based on
• Medium Frosty, a step up for a fuller portion
• Large Frosty, the biggest size and the richest in calories

Note that Frosty Swirls and Frosty Fusions are usually only offered in Small, Medium, and Large. The Junior size stays reserved for Classic Chocolate and Classic Vanilla.

Wendy’s Frosty Flavors 2026

Here is every flavor currently on the Wendy’s Frosty Menu, sorted by category, along with the calorie count Wendy’s lists for each one.

Classic Frostys

Chocolate Frosty, 310 calories. The original recipe Dave Thomas built the whole menu around, made from milk, sugar, cream, and cocoa processed with alkali.

Vanilla Frosty, 310 calories. A smooth, sweet dessert with the same creamy texture as the chocolate version, just without the cocoa.

Frosty Fusions

Apple Crumble Frosty Fusion, 390 calories. Wendy’s newest flavor for fall 2026, made with a Vanilla Frosty base swirled with spiced apple syrup and topped with crunchy oat crumble.

Cookie Dough Frosty Fusion (Vanilla), 540 calories. A Vanilla Frosty loaded with brownie batter sauce and chunks of real cookie dough.

Cookie Dough Frosty Fusion (Chocolate), 540 calories. The same brownie batter sauce and cookie dough pieces, this time built on the Chocolate Frosty base.

OREO Brownie Vanilla Frosty Fusion, 520 calories. Vanilla Frosty mixed with brownie batter sauce and crushed OREO cookie pieces.

OREO Brownie Chocolate Frosty Fusion, 520 calories. The chocolate version of the same OREO and brownie batter combination.

Caramel Crunch Vanilla Frosty Fusion, 420 calories. Vanilla Frosty swirled with caramel sauce and mixed with crunchy toffee pieces.

Caramel Crunch Chocolate Frosty Fusion, 420 calories. Chocolate Frosty paired with the same caramel sauce and toffee crunch.

Frosty Swirls

Brownie Batter Vanilla Frosty Swirl, 500 calories. Vanilla Frosty topped and swirled with a thick brownie batter sauce.

Brownie Batter Chocolate Frosty Swirl, 500 calories. The same brownie batter swirl over a Chocolate Frosty base.

Strawberry Vanilla Frosty Swirl, 330 calories. Vanilla Frosty swirled with a sweet strawberry puree.

Strawberry Chocolate Frosty Swirl, 330 calories. Chocolate Frosty finished with the same strawberry swirl.

Caramel Vanilla Frosty Swirl, 380 calories. Vanilla Frosty topped with a rich caramel sauce.

Caramel Chocolate Frosty Swirl, 380 calories. Chocolate Frosty with that same caramel swirl on top.

Because flavors rotate throughout the year, always check the Wendy’s Frosty flavors page or the Wendy’s app for what is running at your location right now.

Wendy’s Frosty Hours

Wendy’s does not run separate hours for the Frosty. It sits on the regular menu, so you can order one anytime the restaurant is open and serving lunch or dinner items. The one exception is the early morning breakfast window, when some locations limit ordering to breakfast items only.

Here is the typical daily schedule you can expect, though hours vary by location since most Wendy’s restaurants are independently owned and operated.

If you want a Frosty before 10:30 AM, your local restaurant may or may not be able to serve it during the breakfast window. Check our Wendy’s Breakfast Hours guide for more detail on when the full menu kicks in near you, and confirm your local restaurant hours through the Wendy’s app before heading out.

Wendy’s Frosty Nutrition and Calories

Wendy’s builds every Frosty on a dairy base, so all flavors carry similar amounts of protein and calcium alongside the sugar and fat you would expect from a frozen dessert. Below is the full nutrition breakdown as listed by Wendy’s for each flavor.

If you are watching calories, stick with a Junior or Small Classic Frosty in chocolate or vanilla. Both sit at 310 calories, which is far lower than any Fusion or Swirl on the list.

Nutrition information is based on standard formulations and may vary slightly due to ingredient suppliers, recipe versions, and how each restaurant assembles the item. A 2,000 calorie daily diet is used for general nutrition advice, though individual calorie needs vary.

Wendy’s Frosty Ingredients and Allergens

Every Frosty on the menu contains milk, so this dessert is not suitable for anyone avoiding dairy. Soy also shows up across the lineup, mainly through emulsifiers, and it applies to every U.S. location, not just Alaska and Hawaii as older labeling once suggested.

Frosty Fusions and Frosty Swirls add wheat to the allergen list because of the cookie pieces, brownie batter sauce, and toffee mix ins used in those flavors. If you need a wheat free option, the Classic Chocolate and Classic Vanilla Frosty are your safest picks, since neither contains any wheat based ingredients.

Cross contact is possible at any Wendy’s location because Frostys are prepared in shared equipment. Anyone with a serious allergy or sensitivity should confirm ingredient details with restaurant staff or check the official Wendy’s allergen menu before ordering.

Wendy’s Frosty Deals and Value Offers

Wendy’s runs a handful of recurring promotions built around the Frosty, and they tend to return every year around the same time.

• $1 Small Frosty promotion. This deal typically runs during peak summer weeks and lines up with National Ice Cream Day on July 19. Wendy’s Rewards members usually get one day of early access through the app before the offer opens up nationwide.
• Frosty Key Tags. Customers can buy an annual Key Tag that unlocks a free Junior Frosty with any purchase for a full year. Every dollar from Key Tag sales goes directly to the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, the charity Dave Thomas started to support children in foster care.
• Frosty in the Biggie Bag. Wendy’s Biggie Bag combo meals include a Junior Frosty as the dessert option, so you get a sandwich, fries, a drink, and a Frosty for one bundled price.

Deal availability changes by season and by location, so check the Wendy’s app for whatever offer is currently live near you.

Wendy’s Frosty History

The Frosty debuted with the very first Wendy’s restaurant, which Dave Thomas opened in Columbus, Ohio, in 1969. Thomas based the recipe on the thick milkshakes he grew up drinking in Detroit, and he specifically wanted a dessert too thick to drink through a straw. That is why every Frosty since then has needed a spoon.

As Wendy’s expanded across the country, the company worked to standardize the Frosty formula so it tasted the same at every location. The original light chocolate blend stayed the only flavor for decades until Wendy’s finally rolled out a full Vanilla Frosty in 2006. From there, Wendy’s began building out Frosty Swirls and Frosty Fusions to keep the lineup fresh with new limited time flavors each season.

Beyond the dessert itself, the Frosty carries a charitable legacy too. Sales from Frosty Key Tags and the annual Frosty 5K both fund the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, tying the treat directly to Dave Thomas’s mission of helping children find permanent homes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a Wendy’s Frosty?

A Junior Frosty typically runs $1.19 to $1.49, a Small costs around $2.49 to $2.99, and prices climb from there based on size and whether you choose a Swirl or Fusion. Exact pricing depends on your location.

What flavors of Frosty does Wendy’s have right now?

Wendy’s currently offers Classic Chocolate, Classic Vanilla, several Frosty Swirls including Strawberry and Caramel, and Frosty Fusions like Cookie Dough, OREO Brownie, Caramel Crunch, and the seasonal Apple Crumble.

How many calories are in a Wendy’s Frosty?

A Classic Chocolate or Vanilla Frosty has 310 calories. Frosty Fusions and Swirls range from 330 to 540 calories depending on the flavor and mix ins.

Is a Wendy’s Frosty a milkshake?

No. It sits between a milkshake and soft serve ice cream. It has a thicker, creamier texture than a milkshake, which is why most locations serve it with a spoon instead of a straw.

Is the Vanilla Frosty discontinued?

No, the Classic Vanilla Frosty is a permanent menu item. It also serves as the base for several Frosty Swirls and Frosty Fusions.

What size Frosty comes in the Biggie Bag?

Wendy’s includes a Junior Frosty as the dessert option in its Biggie Bag combo meals.

Does the Wendy’s Frosty contain dairy?

Yes. Every Frosty flavor is built on a milk based dairy dessert, so it is not suitable for anyone avoiding dairy products.

What is the newest Wendy’s Frosty flavor?

The Apple Crumble Frosty Fusion launched nationwide on August 3, 2026. It combines the Vanilla Frosty with spiced apple syrup and crunchy oat crumble, and it will run through fall while supplies last.

Can I get a Frosty during breakfast hours?

It depends on the location. Wendy’s breakfast menu runs from roughly 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM, and some restaurants limit orders to breakfast items only during that window. Check our Wendy’s Breakfast Menu guide for more on breakfast availability near you.