Krispy Kreme doughnuts heading to McDonald's

CHICAGO (WXIN) — McDonald's and Krispy Kreme have announced a partnership that will have many of you saying, "I'm lovin' it."

Beginning later this year, fans will begin spotting Krispy Kreme doughnuts at some McDonald's restaurants across the country as part of a new rollout that will eventually lead to Krispy Kreme doughnuts being available nationwide at McDonald's by the end of 2026.

The companies said the plan is to offer three different varieties of Krispy Kreme doughnuts delivered fresh each day to McDonald's restaurants. The doughnuts will be available at McDonald's individually or in boxes of six.

The three varieties that will be offered will be:

• Original glaze
• Chocolate iced with sprinkles
• Chocolate iced "Kreme" filled

"Our fans’ love for Krispy Kreme runs deep, and we can’t wait to make it even easier for them to satisfy their sweet tooth at McDonald’s restaurants across the country," said Tariq Hassan, McDonald’s USA’s Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer.

The partnership between Krispy Kreme and McDonald's was successfully tested in McDonald's locations in Kentucky in Lexington and Louisville. These pilot locations continue to serve Krispy Kreme doughnuts.

On Tuesday, Krispy Kreme stock jumped 20.5% after it announced its deal with McDonald’s restaurants. 

The Associated Press contributed to this report.