Spotlight McDonald’s brings back a fan-favorite not seen in 30+ years. When to get it in NC Tanasia Kenney The Charlotte Observer Jun 19, 2026 Jun 19, 2026 Updated Jun 19, 2026 0 McDonald's fried apple pie is making a return on June 23 to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. USA Today Network Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Tanasia Kenney The Charlotte Observer McDonald’s customers across North Carolina can soon get their hands on a classic dessert missing from menus for more than 30 years.kAm%96 @C:8:?2= 7C:65 2AA=6 A:6 2CC:G6D %F6D52J[ yF?6 ab[ 2E |4s@?2=5’D C6DE2FC2?ED ?2E:@?H:56[ >2<:?8 2 DH66E C6EFC? ;FDE :? 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