Fast food fans are using this clever hack to save money—could it work for you?
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Rising costs are forcing many Australians to think creatively about their spending habits.
What might seem like a small saving at first glance has sparked a trend that’s gaining momentum across the country.
Behind these clever tactics lies an unexpected way to stretch every dollar just a little further.
With the rising cost of living, Aussies have been on the lookout for clever ways to save money on their favourite purchases.
One creative individual recently shared a simple yet effective trick to get their Hungry Jacks meal a little cheaper, and it’s sparked plenty of interest online.
The hack has shown that even saving a few cents here and there can add up, inspiring others to think outside the box when it comes to budgeting.
An Aussie Redditor posted their tip, labelling it a ‘life hack’ that could help fight the rising cost of living.
‘Is this what it feels like to turn lead to gold?’ the post read.
The trick involved ordering a Double Whopper for $10.90 and adding two slices of cheese for 50c each, which brought the total to $11.90—60c cheaper than ordering a standard Double Whopper Cheese.
In the image accompanying the post, the creative order was clearly outlined, leaving many impressed.
Some commenters were enthusiastic, joking about the big savings leading to financial success.
‘Onwards to house ownership!’ one quipped.
‘If this doesn’t get you on the Australia Day honours list nothing will,’ another joked.
Others appreciated the idea, acknowledging the small but significant savings.
‘You might’ve just saved me $50 a year, sir/madam,’ another said.
However, some pointed out a key detail that might affect the trick.
Double Whoppers usually come with four slices of cheese, meaning the DIY version offered less cheese.
‘The double whopper has 4 cheeses anyways,’ one person clarified.
‘Well, the double whopper cheese has 4 cheese slices, so if you added another 2 it would be more expensive,’ another said.
‘I work at Hungry Jacks, and the reason for this is a double whopper cheese has 2 pieces of cheese on each patty, so if you want to make your own “double whopper cheese” you would need 4 pieces of cheese,’ one insider explained.
The conversation didn’t stop there, with others sharing their own money-saving tricks at various fast-food chains.
One commenter recalled a similar experience, saying they used to order a BBQ cheeseburger without the BBQ sauce to save money.
‘I used to go to Hungry Jacks, where a regular cheeseburger was $4 but a BBQ cheeseburger was $1.50. I used to say, “Can I get a BBQ cheeseburger without the BBQ sauce, please?” and they’d say, “So you want a cheeseburger,” and I’d say, “No, I want a BBQ cheeseburger without the BBQ sauce.”
Eventually, they began asking for BBQ sauce on the side to avoid further questions.
Domino’s also had its fair share of tips, with one person explaining how ordering a ham and cheese pizza and adding pineapple was 50c cheaper than getting a Hawaiian pizza.
Another said they used to customise a $5 pizza by swapping ingredients for premium toppings like Mediterranean lamb, creating a gourmet meal on a budget.
Meanwhile, Macca’s hacks proved especially popular among commenters.
One clever idea involved ordering a Happy Meal, which was essentially a small cheeseburger meal for $5, but with the bonus of a toy.
‘I save up my Macca’s points and use them for quarter pounders, then add the extras to make it a double quarter pounder for like $5,’ one person shared.
Another noted they ordered Happy Meals with a chicken snack wrap, swapped the drink for a coffee, and even asked for soft serve in a sundae lid to get half a sundae for just 60c.
What’s the most surprising money-saving hack you've come across? Drop your tips in the comments.
What might seem like a small saving at first glance has sparked a trend that’s gaining momentum across the country.
Behind these clever tactics lies an unexpected way to stretch every dollar just a little further.
With the rising cost of living, Aussies have been on the lookout for clever ways to save money on their favourite purchases.
One creative individual recently shared a simple yet effective trick to get their Hungry Jacks meal a little cheaper, and it’s sparked plenty of interest online.
The hack has shown that even saving a few cents here and there can add up, inspiring others to think outside the box when it comes to budgeting.
An Aussie Redditor posted their tip, labelling it a ‘life hack’ that could help fight the rising cost of living.
‘Is this what it feels like to turn lead to gold?’ the post read.
The trick involved ordering a Double Whopper for $10.90 and adding two slices of cheese for 50c each, which brought the total to $11.90—60c cheaper than ordering a standard Double Whopper Cheese.
In the image accompanying the post, the creative order was clearly outlined, leaving many impressed.
Some commenters were enthusiastic, joking about the big savings leading to financial success.
‘Onwards to house ownership!’ one quipped.
‘If this doesn’t get you on the Australia Day honours list nothing will,’ another joked.
Others appreciated the idea, acknowledging the small but significant savings.
‘You might’ve just saved me $50 a year, sir/madam,’ another said.
However, some pointed out a key detail that might affect the trick.
Double Whoppers usually come with four slices of cheese, meaning the DIY version offered less cheese.
‘The double whopper has 4 cheeses anyways,’ one person clarified.
‘Well, the double whopper cheese has 4 cheese slices, so if you added another 2 it would be more expensive,’ another said.
‘I work at Hungry Jacks, and the reason for this is a double whopper cheese has 2 pieces of cheese on each patty, so if you want to make your own “double whopper cheese” you would need 4 pieces of cheese,’ one insider explained.
The conversation didn’t stop there, with others sharing their own money-saving tricks at various fast-food chains.
One commenter recalled a similar experience, saying they used to order a BBQ cheeseburger without the BBQ sauce to save money.
‘I used to go to Hungry Jacks, where a regular cheeseburger was $4 but a BBQ cheeseburger was $1.50. I used to say, “Can I get a BBQ cheeseburger without the BBQ sauce, please?” and they’d say, “So you want a cheeseburger,” and I’d say, “No, I want a BBQ cheeseburger without the BBQ sauce.”
Eventually, they began asking for BBQ sauce on the side to avoid further questions.
Domino’s also had its fair share of tips, with one person explaining how ordering a ham and cheese pizza and adding pineapple was 50c cheaper than getting a Hawaiian pizza.
Another said they used to customise a $5 pizza by swapping ingredients for premium toppings like Mediterranean lamb, creating a gourmet meal on a budget.
Meanwhile, Macca’s hacks proved especially popular among commenters.
One clever idea involved ordering a Happy Meal, which was essentially a small cheeseburger meal for $5, but with the bonus of a toy.
‘I save up my Macca’s points and use them for quarter pounders, then add the extras to make it a double quarter pounder for like $5,’ one person shared.
Another noted they ordered Happy Meals with a chicken snack wrap, swapped the drink for a coffee, and even asked for soft serve in a sundae lid to get half a sundae for just 60c.
What’s the most surprising money-saving hack you've come across? Drop your tips in the comments.
