Taco Bell Is Selling Its First-Ever Gelato

Taco Bell makes some of the most distinctive fast-food desserts, from sweet and crunchy Cinnamon Twists to icing-injected Cinnabon Delights.

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Taco Bell will try a new Mtn Dew Baja Blast Gelato starting Aug. 31. Unfortunately, Taco Bell lovers outside southern California may only get the new dessert

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Customers outside California may still be able to enjoy the gelato. Taco Bell, like other fast-food restaurants, tests new menu items at certain locations

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Taco Bell's teal Baja Blast has tropical, citrusy, and fruity flavors. The new gelato has those classic flavors.

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"This is our first gelato release and we are so excited to hear how fans enjoy the sweet and creamy indulgence," Taco Bell global chief culinary

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innovation officer Liz Matthews said. Baja Blast is a Taco Bell classic with a loyal following, so making it gelato felt fitting.

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New 3.6-ounce gelato to-go containers cost $2.99 plus tax at the Irvine restaurant. Baja Blast aficionados near the California site should visit

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soon to get the limited-edition dessert, which will only be available for two weeks or while supplies last.

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Customers should also watch for more interesting Taco Bell news after the gelato test. For the new dessert, Taco Bell hinted "another flavorful Mtn Dew Baja Blast

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Taco Bell also tested its first Vegan Crunchwrap with plant-based seasoned beef, vegan blanco sauce, vegan nacho sauce, shredded lettuce

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