How many calories are in each size?

The 16 fl oz cup has 340 calories; the 20 fl oz cup has 420 calories.

Does it contain caffeine?

Yes. The guide lists 9 mg for 16 fl oz and 11 mg for 20 fl oz.

Does it come with whipped cream?

Whipped cream is part of the standard drink. You can ask to skip it; nutrition totals change.

Is it available all year?

It is seasonal and offered for a limited time. Check your café for current availability.

Is there a catering tote?

A limited-time catering tote is listed at 3,530 calories per tote, not per cup.

How much does it cost?

About $3.50–$5.50 depending on size. Prices vary by size and café.

Panera Signature Hot Chocolate

Steamed milk mixed with chocolatey sauce and finished with whipped cream.

Calories340–420 cal

PriceAbout $3.50–$5.50

Sizes16 or 20 fl oz

Caffeine9–11 mg

This seasonal drink combines warm steamed milk and chocolatey sauce beneath whipped cream. The guide lists 16 and 20 fl oz cups, and a limited-time catering tote is also offered. Availability is seasonal and varies by café.

What’s in Signature Hot Chocolate

The standard build includes:

Steamed milk
Chocolatey sauce
Whipped cream on top

Price

These estimates cover an individual serving. Prices vary by café; confirm current pricing for your location. Typical price: About $3.50–$5.50 depending on size.

Prices vary by café and are not set nationally. Figures are typical US ranges. Confirm in the Panera app for your location. Official nutrition guides do not list prices.

Nutrition facts

Panera Bread® Nutrition Guide, effective 9/2/2026, Edition 1 (c8-26).

Signature Hot Chocolate nutrition information by size
Nutrient	16 fl oz	20 fl oz
Calories	340	420
Calories from fat	90	100
Total fat	10 g	11 g
Saturated fat	6 g	7 g
Trans fat	0 g	0 g
Cholesterol	35 mg	40 mg
Sodium	160 mg	200 mg
Total carbohydrates	53 g	68 g
Dietary fiber	2 g	2 g
Total sugars	37 g	48 g
Protein	10 g	13 g
Caffeine	9 mg	11 mg

Values describe the standard drink with whipped cream in the sizes shown. Customizations and added sides change the totals.

Allergens

Contains milk.

Panera’s allergen guide notes shared equipment and bakery-café preparation, so it cannot guarantee any item is free of allergens. Confirm with your local café if you have a food allergy.

Ordering tips

Check seasonal availability at your café.
Choose your cup size before comparing price and nutrition.
You can ask to omit whipped cream, but the standard nutrition totals will change.

Compare beverages menu, Cinnamon Roll, Chocolate Croissant.

Signature Hot Chocolate FAQs

Sources & disclaimer

Facts are rewritten for readers of Panera Bread Menus from Panera Bread’s publicly published materials:

Panera Bread® Nutrition Guide (effective 9/2/2026, Edition 1 / c8-26)
Panera Bread Allergen Guide (valid 9/2/2026, Edition 1)
Panera Bread press release (Nov 5, 2025) — product description
Panera Fall 2026 catering menu (catering tote)

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