Cris Crinkle Cut at Shake Shack Spreads Holiday Cheer

Cris Crinkle Cut: Shake Shack’s Fried and Festive Icon

Just in time for the holiday season, Shake Shack is delivering more than just juicy burgers and crispy fries—they’re unwrapping a new kind of seasonal sensation with Cris Crinkle Cut, the plush personality bringing warmth, whimsy, and weekly perks to Shack fans everywhere. This December, the beloved burger chain is introducing a cheeky new character straight out of the fryer, adding playful flavor to your usual order.

Cris Crinkle Cut is a festive, smiling crinkle-cut fry plush who’s taking over the holiday spotlight. With appearances both online and in-person, Cris is spreading good vibes and limited-time deals through his official Instagram account (@criscrinklecut) and Shake Shack’s main handle (@shakeshack).

Beyond clever marketing, Cris is a full-on collectible mascot, delivering real-world value with weekly digital deals and surprise in-Shack appearances. In a time when holiday fatigue is real, this fry is bringing light-hearted joy with a side of crave-worthy comfort food.

Cris Crinkle Cut: Holiday Deals Worth Chasing

Starting December 1, Cris Crinkle Cut will be gifting Shack-goers with a series of weekly deals through the promo code SHACKCHEER, giving Philly food lovers even more reason to brave the cold. The structure is simple: spend a minimum of $10 and unlock a free favorite from the menu.

Cris is rolling out the red carpet with a series of exciting offers throughout December. From December 1st to 7th, you can enjoy a free Big Shack, followed by a free SmokeShack from December 8th to 14th. Then, from December 15th to 20th, it’s time for a free Chicken Shack, and finally, from December 21st to 31st, you can treat yourself to a free ShackBurger.

Each offering is a crowd-pleaser, making December the ideal time for both Shake Shack regulars and the uninitiated to taste the love. Whether it’s the smoky bacon of the SmokeShack or the classic juicy ShackBurger, the deals are irresistible—and made that much sweeter by the soft, squishy face of Cris Crinkle Cut smiling back at you from your phone screen.

Cris Crinkle Cut: Where to Find Him in Philly

For Philadelphians looking to get in on the action, Cris Crinkle Cut will be making surprise appearances at Shake Shack’s University City and Fishtown locations throughout December. Spotting him in person brings big rewards—bring him to a Team Member, and you could win a year’s worth of Free Crinkle Cuts. That’s right, free fries for a year. On top of that, guests lucky enough to find Cris can take home their very own plush version, transforming this crispy character into a limited-edition holiday keepsake.

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Allan Lane

Philadelphia born and bred, Allan Lane is the Publisher and Editor in Chief of digital magazines. He launched his first publication, SportBikes Inc Magazine in 2010, followed by dosage MAGAZINE in 2019. Recently, Allan launched his third online publication, Club For Man. As a journalist, Allan covers fashion, lifestyle, culture, art, and motorcycles.

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