Don’t worry, they aren’t changing the shape... Just the TASTE.
For the past couple of years, the restaurant had added pea starch to the recipe. The goal was simple — keep the fries crispier for longer. But customers quickly noticed something was… off. 🤔
Instead of celebrating the extra crunch, many fans said the ingredient changed the texture and flavor of the fries — and they weren’t shy about sharing their opinions online. Social media and comment sections filled up with people asking for the original recipe back. 📣
And guess what? It worked.
Chick-fil-A has officially removed pea starch from their waffle fries, returning the beloved side item closer to its original formula. While the company hasn’t confirmed the exact date the change took effect, it appears to be already implemented.
So if you’ve felt like your fries tasted a little different lately, you might be onto something. The classic waffle fry flavor that people fell in love with is officially back on the menu. 🍟🔥
Moral of the story: never underestimate the power of hungry customers on the internet.