21 Dunkin’ Secret Menu Items That Every Coffee Lover Needs to Try

There was a time when I was routinely visiting Dunkin’ and ordering the same thing every time (a caramel swirl latte, egg and cheese Wake-Up wrap and hash browns, in case you’re wondering). If you’re like me, odds are you don’t even investigate what’s available before opting for your usual breakfast. But did you know there are endless items to consider on the Dunkin’ secret menu? (It’s not an official lineup; just a collection of fan-favorite inventions that’s been passed around the internet.) Here are 21 creations that I’m eager to taste, from dessert-inspired iced coffees to frozen treats.

• What to Order: strawberry Coolatta with cream and blueberry and raspberry flavor shots

This vibrant pink sipper reminds me of the secret menu cotton candy Frappuccino from Starbucks, but its flavor is likely much fruitier. Topping it with whipped cream is technically optional…but I can’t imagine why you’d skip it. Bonus points for finishing it with Cap’n Crunch Berries for good measure.

• What to Order: hot chocolate with a raspberry flavor shot

There’s no mystery behind this one’s deliciousness. The hot chocolate is creamy, rich and sweet as is. The raspberry flavor shot (which is unsweetened—flavor swirls, another customization option, are thicker and sweet) simply adds fruity nuance to the drink without making it even more sugary. 

• What to Order: iced coffee with French vanilla and hazelnut swirls

Dunkin’ used to offer a Cake Batter syrup, but in its absence, there’s this nostalgic workaround to sip on instead. Nutty, sweet and creamy (because you should, of course, cut the coffee with milk), it’s begging for a whipped cream topper and a flourish of sprinkles.

• What to Order: 50/50 blend of strawberry and vanilla bean Coolattas

Two timeless favorites, one drool-worthy beverage. The version listed here is as simple as it gets, but some recipes also call for hazelnut and toasted almond flavor shots, as well as a few drizzles of strawberry Coolatta syrup around the cup before pouring in the drink.

• What to Order: iced coffee with milk, caramel swirl and coconut flavor shot

Sweet, luxurious caramel and nutty, tropical coconut are a natural match. You can make the Dunkin’ secret menu item more bitter or intense by asking for a redeye (that’s a coffee with an espresso shot) or add a pump of mocha for a Girl Scouts Samoa-inspired spin.

• What to Order: chai latte with salted caramel cold foam

There’s no actual eggnog in it, but the warm spiced flavor of the chai makes for a surprising substitute. Alternatively, you can order a chai (hot or iced) with vanilla and caramel swirls if you’re not into a salty-sweet vibe.

• What to Order: 50/50 blend of frozen hot chocolate and coffee Coolatta

This caffeinated mashup is basically impossible to dislike. The Coolatta rounds out the drink’s sweetness with a touch of bitterness that likely enhances the chocolatey flavor to boot. That’s a win-win in my eyes.

• What to Order: iced coffee with hazelnut flavor shot and mocha swirl

It’s a flavor combination I’ll never get sick of (and I’m betting you feel the same). If you want this coffee extra sweet, opt for hazelnut swirl instead of a flavor shot for more sugar.

• What to Order: French vanilla latte with toasted almond shots

When it comes to ice cream, French vanilla is richer in flavor than vanilla, due to a custard-like base that contains egg yolks. But with coffee (at least at Starbucks), French vanilla means a 50/50 split of vanilla and hazelnut syrups. Here, it’s even nuttier, thanks to toasted almond flavoring. Up the ante by asking for almond milk instead of dairy milk.

• What to Order: frozen coffee with flavor shots of caramel and vanilla and cinnamon sugar on top

Sugar, spice and everything nice—what’s not to love about this frosty bev? The frozen coffee is already sweetened, so don’t worry about the flavor shots being unsweetened. (Although you can certainly substitute flavor swirls if you want it sweeter.)

• What to Order: mocha latte with a blueberry flavor shot

Chocolate and berry may seem like a strange combination at first, but it’s kind of a sure thing if you ask me. You can also opt for a cold brew instead of a latte, or double down on the fruit by adding a raspberry flavor shot to the mix.

• What to Order: frozen coffee with two pumps each of mocha, French vanilla and caramel swirls

Yup, this one is surely super sweet. But hey, it’s supposed to taste like cookie dough, so I can’t knock it for living up to its name. I’ll take caramel and mocha drizzle on top, please.

• What to Order: iced coffee, three creams, two sugars and one pump each of vanilla bean, French vanilla and mocha

Rumor has it that this Dunkin’ secret menu item tastes just like your favorite cookie. I’m betting a dusting of flaky salt on top (or salted caramel cold foam) would help imitate the Oreo’s signature subtle saltiness and make the overall flavor that much richer.

• What to Order: 50/50 blend of vanilla bean Coolatta and frozen hot chocolate

Alternatively, the barista can make a vanilla bean Coolatta, reserve half the blender’s contents, add mocha to the other half, then combine in a single cup. But the frozen hot chocolate version is certainly easier to order, IMO.

• What to Order: frozen coffee and equal pumps of caramel, French vanilla and hazelnut

All the brown-sugary splendor of your favorite fall cookie, in sippable form. It’s likely pretty nutty and sweet (you can add an espresso shot to the mix to make the coffee flavor more robust). Finish it with cinnamon sugar and caramel for a bit of razzle-dazzle.

• What to Order: vanilla bean Coolatta with blue raspberry syrup

Much like the Starbucks blended alternative (which is a Vanilla Bean Crème Frappuccino with raspberry syrup), this one is sweet, nostalgic and kid-friendly. But instead of being a vibrant pink, it’s sky blue. Whichever you choose, you’ll be hard pressed not to share a photo to your Instagram story.

• What to Order: iced coffee with blueberry and butter pecan flavor shots with cream

Yum, liquid dessert. Nutty, fruity and comforting, this Dunkin’ secret menu pick was once a Member Exclusive drink on the app. But not to worry: You can still order one year-round. Use oat or almond milk in place of cream to get more of a cereal-like, oat streusel-y flavor.

• What to Order: any desired breakfast components and a tortilla

Dunkin’ does have tortillas on hand for the Wake-Up Wraps. If you order bacon, hash browns and whatever other ingredients you’d like (like egg and cheese), you can assemble your own with a tortilla. You can also use your own larger tortilla to fit everything or pile the add-ons into a Wake-Up Wrap instead.

• What to Order: a bagel with cream cheese, Snackin’ Bacon and hash browns

Also referred to as Maddie’s Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich after the TikTokker who made it go viral, this order calls for three different breakfast foods that you assemble yourself on a single sandwich. I’d also recommend adding hot sauce and an over-easy egg, if you’re feeling ambitious.

• What to Order: a glazed or maple crème doughnut with crumbled Snackin’ Bacon

Again, this one is as simple as ordering two menu items and combining them to your liking. If your Dunkin’ location has the maple crème variety available, it’ll make a perfect pairing for smoky, salty bacon. If not, the glazed (or even the vanilla or chocolate frosted) is a solid alternative.