An item on a recent Burger King menu that made headlines because of its bun has found its way into grocery-freezers. SuperPretzel Soft Pretzel Buns, Bavarian Style, will be available at Kroger Nov. 1. The bun is the same style as the one that’s put on Burger King’s Game Day Pretzel Burger, and per report “this is the first time the bun is being sold in grocery stores. Current information about the release.
Burger King’s pretzel bun heads to grocery stores
SuperPretzel will begin selling its Bavarian Soft Pretzel Buns at grocery stores. The buns are the same ones Burger King has been using for its “Game Day Pretzel Burger,” which was launched at its locations in the U.S. on October 6. Retail release will allow fans to create their very own sandwiches at home.
Where the buns will be sold first
From November 1, Kroger will be the first to distribute the buns. The product will be available with other stores later, reports said. No specific time or stores were mentioned in the given coverage until now.
What comes in each box
The buns are frozen in four count boxes. They come pre-baked and frozen, and only need to be thawed and toasted. These are sold for approximately $6 a box.
How to prepare the buns at home
Preparation is simple. The buns are pre-thawed, and can be toasted as a hot ending. Of course, burgers are a popular use, but there are other options, such as egg and sausage breakfast sandwiches or for serving bratwurst.
The burger that started it all
On the Game Day Pretzel Burger, there’s the quarter pound of flame-grilled beef patty, crispy bacon, nacho cheese sauce topped with crispy onions and American cheese. It is served on a warm SuperPretzel Soft Pretzel Bun. Early reviews and fan comments have pointed to the bun.
Burger King’s Game Day menu
The burger is featured on “Burger King’s Game Day” menu, which rolled out across the country on October 6. Also on the menu: Chicken Fries with nacho cheese sauce. Burger King’s U.S. marketing chief said the menu revolves around coming together around food during game day. The promotion is also tied to a $5,000 sweepstakes.
What early reviews say
An almost perfect score from one reviewer at Sporked who went so far as to say the bun was excellent. That review is one early feedback on the sandwich, which has been up for grabs since October 6.
How the price compares
That’s about $1.50 per bun which is approximately $6 per box. This is above average products, Sporked says. Wal-Mart offers the buns it is selling on the Marketside Bavarian-style burger as a six-pack for just under $5, while Costco sells Marketside 8-inch bagels for about that same price. The facts, figures, and other information may change from time to time.
Will the burger stay on the menu
Burger King has not said whether the Game Day Pretzel Burger will remain on its menu, and no end date has been announced for the Game Day lineup. Some coverage points out that the frozen buns could give fans a way to make a similar burger at home if the item is retired.
What to know before you shop
The SuperPretzel Bavarian Soft Pretzel Buns will reach Kroger in frozen 4 count boxes for approximately $6 starting Nov. 1. There has been no confirmation of other retailers. Consumers should call or shop online to see if their local Kroger has the products in stock.
