McDonald’s Breakfast Deals – Updated March 2026

McDonald’s runs more breakfast promotions than most people realize — but most of them are buried inside the app or only available at certain locations. This page lists every current deal, coupon, and promotion for the breakfast menu so you can see exactly what’s available before you order.

All deals are verified for March 2026. We update this page regularly as promotions change.

Current McDonald’s Breakfast Deals at a Glance

Here’s a quick summary of every active breakfast deal right now:

Now let’s break down each one in detail.

Buy One, Add One for $1

This is McDonald’s most consistently available breakfast promotion. Here’s how it works:

1. Open the McDonald’s app
2. Go to the Deals section
3. Select the “Buy One, Add One for $1” offer
4. Choose your first item at full price
5. Pick a second eligible item for just $1

Eligible Breakfast Items:

• Sausage McMuffin (~$2.99 + $1 = two for $3.99)
• Sausage Biscuit (~$2.99 + $1 = two for $3.99)
• Sausage Burrito (~$2.99 + $1 = two for $3.99)
• Hash Browns (~$1.99 + $1 = two for $2.99)

This deal is practically always running, though McDonald’s can pause or modify it at any time. It’s the single best way to get a cheap breakfast for two people.

$5 Breakfast Meal Deal

McDonald’s brought back the $5 Meal Deal for breakfast as a limited-time promotion in 2026. Here’s what’s included:

• Sausage McMuffin with Egg (normally ~$4.79)
• Hash Browns (normally ~$1.99)
• Small Premium Roast Coffee (normally ~$1.69)

Buying these three items separately would cost around $8.47. The $5 deal saves you roughly $3.47 — that’s over 40% off.

This deal is available through the McDonald’s app and at participating locations. It’s one of the best value combos on the entire menu.

For the full breakdown, see our dedicated $5 Meal Deal Page

2 for $3 Breakfast Specials

The 2 for $3 mix-and-match breakfast promotion lets you pick two items from a value selection for $3 total. When available, the eligible items typically include:

• Sausage McMuffin
• Sausage Biscuit
• Sausage Burrito
• Hash Browns

Important: This deal is regional and limited-time. It’s not available nationwide or year-round. It’s most commonly seen in Midwest and Northeast markets. Check the app’s deals section for your local area — if it’s running near you, it’s one of the cheapest breakfast options available anywhere.

2 for $5 Breakfast Sandwich Deal

When this promotion runs, you can choose two breakfast sandwiches for $5. The eligible items are usually premium sandwiches like:

• Egg McMuffin
• Sausage McMuffin with Egg
• Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit
• Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGriddles

Status: This deal appears in select markets and rotates throughout the year. It’s typically an app-exclusive offer. When it’s active, it’s one of the best values on the breakfast menu — two full sandwiches that would normally cost $9-10 individually for just $5.

McGriddle Deals

McGriddles are one of the most popular (and most expensive) breakfast items, so any deal on them is worth knowing about:

• Through Buy One, Add One for $1: If McGriddles are included in the BOGO rotation, you can get two for around $4.79-$6.99 depending on the variant
• Through 2 for $5 deal: When available, Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGriddles can be part of the two-sandwich selection
• App coupons: The McDonald’s app occasionally drops McGriddle-specific coupons — like $1 off or BOGO — that rotate weekly

Regular McGriddle prices for reference:

Egg McMuffin Deals

The Egg McMuffin is McDonald’s most iconic breakfast item, and it regularly shows up in promotions:

• Buy One, Add One for $1 — When included, two Egg McMuffins for about $5.89
• 2 for $5 deal — When available in your market, two Egg McMuffins for $5 flat
• $5 Meal Deal — The Sausage McMuffin with Egg version is currently in the meal deal
• App coupons — Watch for weekly rotating offers like “$1 off any McMuffin” or “free Egg McMuffin with $2+ purchase”

At ~$4.89 regular price, any deal that drops the Egg McMuffin below $4 is worth jumping on.

McCafé Breakfast Drink Deals

Coffee and breakfast drinks have their own set of deals:

The $0.99 any-size coffee deal alone makes the app worth downloading. A large coffee at regular price runs about $2.49-$2.99 — so you’re saving $1.50-$2.00 every time.

MyMcDonald’s Rewards: How the Points System Works

The loyalty program earns you free food over time. Here’s the breakdown:

How It Works:

• Earn 100 points for every $1 spent on qualifying purchases
• Redeem points for free menu items from four reward tiers

Reward Tiers:

If you eat breakfast at McDonald’s two or three times a week, you’ll earn a free item roughly every 2-3 weeks.

How to Get the Most Out of McDonald’s Breakfast Deals

1. Download the App (Non-Negotiable)

Every single major deal runs through the McDonald’s app. If you’re eating at McDonald’s without the app, you’re leaving money on the table.

2. Stack Deals with Rewards Points

Use an app coupon for your order AND earn rewards points on the same purchase. They work together.

3. Check Deals Every Morning

The app rotates offers frequently — sometimes daily. What’s there on Monday might be gone by Tuesday and replaced with something better.

4. Compare Individual vs. Meal Pricing

Sometimes a deal + individual items is cheaper than a combo meal. For example: the $5 Meal Deal beats ordering a Sausage McMuffin w/ Egg meal ($8.99) every time.

5. Order for Two Using BOGO

The Buy One, Add One for $1 deal is designed for exactly this. Two Sausage McMuffins for $3.99 feeds two people for under $2 each.

FAQs

Bottom Line

The McDonald’s app is where every good breakfast deal lives. Download it, check the Deals tab before every visit, and stack your coupons with rewards points. If you eat breakfast at McDonald’s even once a week, the savings add up fast.

For the full menu with prices, check our McDonald’s breakfast menu with prices page. See also: McDonald’s breakfast hours and the $5 Meal Deal breakdown.Deals listed were last verified in March 2026. We update this page as promotions change — bookmark it and check back before your next visit.

Disclaimer: Deals, prices, and availability vary by McDonald’s location and may change without notice. Always confirm current offers through the McDonald’s app or at your local restaurant. This site is not affiliated with or endorsed by McDonald’s Corporation.

Sofia Mark

Hey, I’m Sofia! I’ve spent the last six years crisscrossing the United States with one mission — finding the best fast food out there. Burgers, fries, breakfast sandwiches, drive-thru coffee… if it comes through a window, I’ve probably tried it.
I actually worked at McDonald’s for two years back in the day. Started as a crew member, worked my way up, and learned how everything works behind the counter — from how the eggs get cooked to when the freshest hash browns come out. That experience gave me a real appreciation for what goes into fast food, and honestly, it made me a little obsessed.
These days, I run this site to help people like you stay updated on McDonald’s breakfast menu prices, hours, deals, and anything new that drops. I check prices regularly, test out new menu items, and dig through the app for every coupon worth using — so you don’t have to.
When I’m not writing about breakfast sandwiches, I’m probably road-tripping to a new state, trying the local McDonald’s to see if there are any regional differences (there always are), or taste-testing other fast food chains to compare.