The Frosty has been around since Wendy’s opened in 1969, and somehow it never gets old. Part shake, part soft serve, entirely its own thing, the Frosty sits right between a drink and a dessert. The Wendy’s Frosty menu starts with the two classics, chocolate and vanilla, then gets fun with seasonal flavors and Frosty Fusions that show up through the year.
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Prices and calories are 2026 estimates and vary by location. This is an independent guide, not the official Wendy’s website.
The Classics: Chocolate and Vanilla
The classic chocolate Frosty is the one everyone knows. Thick enough to eat with a spoon, smooth, not too sweet. The vanilla Frosty came along later and built its own loyal crowd. Both come in junior, small, medium, and large, with prices running roughly $1.39 to $3.19 est. depending on size.
Which one is better? That argument has been running for years and there is no winner. Chocolate people say vanilla is plain. Vanilla people say chocolate hides behind the chocolate. Try both and pick your side.
Seasonal and Limited Time Flavors
Wendy’s rolls out limited Frosty flavors through the year, and these are the ones that break the internet. Past seasons have brought flavors like strawberry, peppermint, pumpkin spice, caramel, and even orange creamsicle style swirls. They usually run around $2.99 est. and they never stick around long, so when you see one, order it.
Want to know what is available right now? Check our new and limited items guide for the current lineup.
Frosty Fusions: The Mix In Lineup
Frosty Fusions take the classic Frosty and blend in mix ins, kind of like a blizzard style treat. Think cookie pieces, candy chunks, and syrup swirls folded into that thick Frosty base. They sit around $2.99 est. and they are the closest thing Wendy’s has to an ice cream sundae menu.
The Move Nobody Talks About: Fries in Your Frosty
Here is the part where we get real with you. Order the Hot and Crispy Fries and dip them in a Frosty. Salty, hot, sweet, cold, creamy, crispy, all at once. It sounds weird until you try it, and then you never order one without the other again. This combination has a genuine fan base, and if you have not joined it yet, your next visit is the time.
Full Frosty Menu with Prices
| Item | Est. Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Chocolate Frosty | $1.39 to $3.19 est. | 190 to 510 |
| Vanilla Frosty | $1.39 to $3.19 est. | 190 to 510 |
| Seasonal or Limited Frosty Flavors | ~$2.99 est. | varies |
| Frosty Fusions | ~$2.99 est. | varies |
Calorie ranges above depend on size. A junior is the lightest option and the large is, well, a large.
How to Order Like You Know What You Are Doing
Junior size is perfect when you just want a few bites after your meal. Medium is the sweet spot for a real dessert. And if there is a seasonal flavor on the board, do not overthink it, just order it, because limited means limited. Pair it with fries for the full experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What flavors are on the Wendy’s Frosty menu?
Chocolate and vanilla are always available. Seasonal flavors and Frosty Fusions rotate through the year and change by location and season.
How much is a Frosty in 2026?
Classic Frostys run about $1.39 to $3.19 est. depending on size. Seasonal flavors and Frosty Fusions are around $2.99 est. Prices vary by location.
Is the Frosty a shake or ice cream?
Neither, really. It is its own thing: thicker than a shake, smoother than soft serve, meant to be eaten with a spoon or a fry.
What are Frosty Fusions?
Frosty Fusions are Frostys blended with mix ins like cookie pieces, candy, and syrup swirls. They are Wendy’s take on the mix in dessert trend.
Does Wendy’s still have the vanilla Frosty?
Yes, vanilla is a permanent menu item alongside chocolate. Availability of seasonal flavors changes, but the two classics are always there.
Can I get a Frosty with a combo meal?
Many combos let you swap in a junior Frosty as your drink or dessert option, and some deals bundle one in. Ask at the counter or check the app for current offers.
Wendy’s Menu is an independent guide and is not affiliated with The Wendy’s Company.
Why the Wendy’s Frosty Menu Matters
A good wendy’s frosty menu guide saves you more than money. It helps you dodge the 1,000-calorie surprises, spot the real deals, and walk in knowing exactly what you want. Bookmark this wendy’s frosty menu page and glance at it before you order. And when you want the final word from the company itself, the official Wendy’s website has you covered.
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