Did you know there are 9,532 Dunkin Donuts locations across the United States? Dunkin is one of the most popular coffee chains in the country and the world!
Such high demand means the store has to appeal to a wide range of consumers, including the healthiest of the healthy. Dunkin is more than sugary donuts and super-sweet cups of coffee. It’s also home to several options that taste great without ruining your diet.
We at Roasty have done some serious research — that’s what we’re here for, after all — and we’ve rounded up 18 healthy Dunkin Donuts drinks to share. From cold brew coffee to tea, there’s something for everyone.
Key Takeaways
- The Dunkin Donuts drink menu includes an impressive selection of drinks that qualify as healthy when considering calorie and sugar content.
- Dunkin Donuts customers can enjoy an array of healthy drinks defined by their low sugar and fat content and calorie count totaling less than 100 per serving.
- Enjoy Dunkin drinks more healthily by opting for plain coffees or teas without added sugars, using non-dairy milk substitutes, and choosing flavor shots over swirls to keep calorie and sugar consumption in check.
What Counts as a Healthy Drink?
Before we tell you about the healthiest drinks on the Dunkin menu, we’ll share what we mean by healthy.
For the rest of this article, when we say “healthy drink,” we’re talking about one that contains less than 100 calories and no more than 20 grams of sugar.
Roasty Roundup: Our Favorite Healthy Dunkin Donuts Drinks
For your convenience, we’ve split Dunkin’s healthy drinks into three categories: low-calorie, low-fat, and sugar-free. Read about them below or jump straight to the list that most aligns with your health goals.
| Low-Calorie Drinks | Low-Fat Drinks | Sugar-Free Drinks |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast Black Tea | Cappuccino with Skim Milk | Harmony Leaf Green Tea |
| Unsweetened Iced Green Tea | Iced Coffee with Almond Milk | Unsweetened Iced Tea |
| Vanilla Hazelnut Cold Brew with Oat Milk | French Vanilla Latte with Skim Milk | Unsweetened Iced Latte with Oat Milk |
| Drip Coffee | Cold Brew with Sweet Cold Foam topping | Chamomile Fields Herbal Infusion Tea |
| Americano | Iced Macchiato with Almond Milk | |
| Cold Brew Coffee | ||
| Iced Coffee | ||
| Espresso |
Low-Calorie Dunkin Drinks
Breakfast Black Tea
Check out the Dunkin Donuts Breakfast Black Tea for a non-coffee energy boost with a low-calorie count. Made by steeping real black tea leaves, this drink has a rich, full-flavored taste that’s sure to please.
The Breakfast Black Tea is packed with antioxidants and has a natural sweetness that makes it perfect for mornings. Plus, there are no calories or artificial flavors. There’s also a decaffeinated version to sip for a little less pep in your step.
Unsweetened Iced Green Tea
Dunkin’s Unsweetened Iced Green Tea comes from real green tea leaves, and there’s no added sugar, making it perfect for people who want something cold and refreshing with low calories and little caffeine.
The tea has a nice light green color and a slightly sweet aroma. It has a sweet but not too sweet taste, and a slight, pleasant bitterness comes through, too.
Vanilla Hazelnut Cold Brew
Dunkin’s Vanilla Hazelnut Cold Brew is perfect for anyone looking for something light and not too sweet. If you’re not already a cold brew coffee fan, this flavor combination might be the one to convert you.
The drink combines Dunkin’s signature cold brew coffee with vanilla and hazelnut flavor shots. You can enjoy it as is or add some creaminess with a splash of oat milk.
Drip Coffee
We love coffee in all its forms. With a splash of milk, a few pumps of flavored syrup, topped with whipped cream — it doesn’t matter. If it’s java, we’ll probably drink it. But sometimes, it’s nice to get back to basics with a plain black coffee.
Dunkin brews its hot coffee with 100 percent arabica beans that were perfectly roasted to deliver a bold, rich flavor. Have it by itself, or add a flavor shot or non-dairy milk for a low-cal upgrade.
Americano
An Americano is a blend of bold espresso and water. You can adjust its strength to your liking, depending on how many espresso shots you add to your cup. But what you’re getting in the end is essentially an extra-rich cup of black coffee that’s good on its own or with a bit of creamy milk and a flavor shot.
Cold Brew Coffee
Ordering cold brew is a lovely way to get your coffee fix without extra calories. Plus, it’s a super versatile drink. It’s great served black, but you can always dress it up with a few flavor shots and your choice of milk. Dunkin’s cold brew isn’t as acidic as drip coffee and goes down smoothly, especially on a warm day.
Iced Coffee
Dunkin is one of the country’s most popular coffee chains. So, as you’d expect, they know what they’re doing with iced coffee!
Dunkin’s iced coffee is a strong, rich, and versatile dark roast you can drink plain or with added sweetness from a flavor shot or creaminess from a bit of milk. We recommend dressing up your iced coffee with skim milk or a non-dairy alternative, like almond or oat milk.
A user in a Dunkin Reddit forum says they keep a bottle of liquid stevia on hand to sweeten their iced coffee themselves. We think that’s a solid suggestion for anyone who wants low-calorie sweetness, but note that a little goes a long way when it comes to stevia.
Black Espresso
If you want the caffeine and nothing else from a latte, macchiato, or other classic espresso drink, get a shot (or two) of black espresso.
Dunkin brews its espresso with carefully roasted premium arabica beans. The result is an intense joe perfect for anyone who likes a bold and flavorful cup in the morning.
Low-Fat Dunkin Drinks
Cappuccino With Skim Milk
Treat yourself to Dunkin’s signature Cappuccino with skim milk on your next coffee run.
The combination of dark-roasted espresso and steamed skim milk is a classic — it doesn’t need any extras. But if you must add something to it, skip the sweeteners and go for a flavor shot instead.
Iced Coffee With Almond Milk
Are you searching for a refreshing beverage with low-fat content? Sip a cup of Dunkin’s iced coffee with almond milk!
The simple yet delicious drink is sugar-free and low in fat, and your taste buds will enjoy its subtle and rich flavor.
French Vanilla Latte With Skim Milk
What’s better than a piping hot latte in the morning? A piping hot French vanilla latte! Add a splash of skim milk, and things only get better.
Dunkin’s French Vanilla Latte with skim milk is just what you need to help you power through the day without putting too many grams of fat in your cup.
Cold Brew With Sweet Cold Foam
This healthy drink option tops Dunkin’s cold brew coffee with a thick white layer of sweet cold foam — talk about a creamy, frothy finish!
Dunkin’s sweet cold foam is a must-try; it’s almost like whipped cream, but not quite as fluffy. And the franchise’s cold brew is worth sipping, too. Bring the two together, and you end up with a perfect day-starter…or continuer if you’re buying this drink to push you through an afternoon slump.
Iced Macchiato With Almond Milk
Next up on our list is another cold drink, the Dunkin Iced Macchiato with Almond Milk. Made with rich almond milk and freshly brewed espresso, this, what just may become your new favorite drink, is a delightful treat any day of the week. It feels indulgent, even without dairy milk’s creaminess or fat content.
Sugar-Free Dunkin Drinks
Harmony Leaf Green Tea
Dunkin Donuts Harmony Leaf Green Tea is a healthy way to start your day without a crazy caffeine buzz or sugar rush. But what makes it so special?
Well, it’s made with real green tea leaves, so it’s packed with antioxidants and nutrients that help support your health. It also has a light flavor that can help get your morning off to a lovely start.
Unsweetened Iced Tea
Dunkin’s Unsweetened Iced Tea is a refreshing beverage for a hot summer day — or a day in whatever season you’re in right now.
If you’re watching your sugar intake, this is the tea for you, as it has zero grams of sugar. But don’t fret. It may not be sweet, but it doesn’t lack flavor. Anyone looking for a calorie- and sugar-free beverage needs to add this to their diet.
Unsweetened Iced Latte With Oat Milk
While it’s fine to add a touch of sweetness to your iced latte, it’s also OK to take the cold coffee drink without it. Dunkin’s Iced Latte with Oat Milk is proof that sometimes, an unsweetened latte is the way to go.
There’s no sugar, but this latte is anything but bland. The oat milk gives it a smooth, creamy texture and subtle sweetness, while the espresso coffee contributes rich flavor and a refreshing kick of caffeine.
Chamomile Fields Herbal Infusion Tea
Relax and de-stress on your next Dunkin run by ditching the sugary drinks and reaching for a Chamomile Fields Herbal Infusion Tea. It’s the kind of beverage you’ll want in your hand when it’s time to unwind.
This tea has a light, floral taste and is made with real chamomile flowers — those are sure to soothe your soul when you’re feeling frazzled and overwhelmed! Plus, it’s caffeine-free, so you can enjoy it anytime, day or night, provided your local Dunkin is still open for business.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do You Make Dunkin’ Donuts Iced Coffee Healthier?
If your Dunkin order contains lots of sweeteners and heavy add-ons, it’s not exactly healthy. At least, not according to the parameters we set above. Make your coffee habit a little healthier by:
- Ditching the dairy. Regular milk and heavy cream add lots of calories and fat to your cup, so substitute regular milk with skim or a non-dairy alternative milk.
- Skipping the flavor swirls. Use sugar-free flavor shots to enhance your coffee with delicious flavors, as they have a drastically smaller calorie count than Dunkin flavor swirls.
- Getting an espresso-induced energy boost. If you like sugary drinks for the jolt of energy they give, try ordering something with an extra shot of espresso instead. The caffeine will give you a nice kick in the pants without all the sugar.
What Is the Healthiest Flavor Swirl at Dunkin?
There isn’t exactly a “healthiest” flavor swirl out there, unless you count the mocha one, since it’s dairy-free. All of the other options add between 150 and 160 calories to a medium-sized drink and contain dairy, which can be high in fat.
The healthiest flavor choice at Dunkin is forgoing the swirls in favor of flavor shots. The shots are unsweetened and sugar-free, injecting flavor without all the extras.
What Drink at Dunkin Has the Least Amount of Sugar?
If you’re looking for sugar-free drinks, you’ll want to go with black coffee or unsweetened tea.
Options like black hot or iced coffee, Americano, espresso shot, black cold brew, unsweetened iced tea, and Dunkin’s selection of hot teas all contain zero grams of sugar.
The best part? Many of these items can be sweetened with flavor shots for only about 5-10 calories more!
Stay Healthy at Dunkin
The next time you’re looking for a healthy treat at Dunkin’, give one of these drinks a try. We don’t think you’ll be disappointed. And remember, moderation is key – even with healthy choices.
Happy Caffeinating!
