Taco Bell fans recently got a sneak peek at a new dessert that left many scratching their heads. The fast food chain might be adding a Baja Blast pie to its menu, but some foodies are less than impressed. The bright green dessert sparked confusion and a lot of negative reactions online, with many people calling it an “artificial food coloring nightmare.” Here’s everything you need to know about the rumored Baja Blast pie, and why people aren’t too excited about it.
The Rumored Baja Blast Pie: What Is It?
The mysterious Baja Blast pie was first teased by a Facebook post from the account Greasy News. According to the post, Taco Bell is considering releasing the pie this fall. The caption mentioned that the dessert has been in testing for a while and was unveiled in late 2023. But it wasn’t the announcement that caught people’s attention – it was the image of the pie itself.
The pie is said to have a bright, eye-catching green color, similar to the famous Baja Blast drink. The top is decorated with a strip of whipped cream. While it may stand out visually, many fans didn’t have the best reaction to the appearance of the dessert.
The Fan Reactions: Mixed at Best
When the image of the Baja Blast pie was shared, many fans took to social media to express their disappointment. One commenter compared the dessert to toothpaste, writing, “Toothpaste dessert?” Others weren’t much kinder in their responses.
One user wondered if the pie would “make a good car wax,” while another simply said, “That looks like the stuff you used to make Creepy Crawler bugs.” It seems the bright green color was the main issue, with many fans saying it was off-putting.
It’s important to note that Taco Bell has not yet confirmed that the Baja Blast pie will actually make it to the menu. The dessert is still just a rumor at this point, and Taco Bell has yet to make an official statement. We’ve reached out to the company for confirmation, but as of now, the pie remains unconfirmed.
The Return of the Crispy Chicken Nuggets
While the Baja Blast pie might be making waves for all the wrong reasons, Taco Bell has a much more positive update for its fans. The fast food giant recently announced that its crispy chicken nuggets are back on the menu at all US locations. This time, the nuggets are available for a limited run of eight weeks, starting Wednesday.
The return of the crispy chicken nuggets is part of Taco Bell’s plan to make crispy chicken a permanent item on its menu by 2026. Taco Bell’s Chief Marketing Officer, Taylor Montgomery, mentioned that the demand for the nuggets has been “off the charts.” The crispy chicken nuggets come marinated in a jalapeno buttermilk blend and are coated in a mix of breadcrumbs and crushed tortilla chips. Customers can order a five-piece serving with one sauce for $3.99 or a 10-piece serving with two sauces for $6.99.
Although Taco Bell fans might not be too excited about the rumored Baja Blast pie, the return of the crispy chicken nuggets has been met with a much more positive response. Whether the pie will ever make it to the menu is still uncertain, but Taco Bell seems focused on bringing back fan-favorite items like the crispy chicken nuggets. If you’re in the mood for a new treat, you can always give the crispy chicken nuggets a try while waiting to see if the Baja Blast pie ever makes its way to your local Taco Bell.