If you are an over-the-top donut lover then I’m positively sure that you heard about Tim Horton’s donuts. For years these luscious and delightful donuts were reserved for the lucky people of Canada.
However, thankfully this franchise expanded its stores and cafes all across the globe so now everyone can enjoy their goodies. Maybe you need an early morning breakfast item or something to fulfill your mid-day sugar rush, there is no bad timing for the donuts.
Pair it with your favorite cup of coffee and no matter how hard your day was it will immediately become better.
Tim Hortons History
The company was founded in Hamilton in 1964. by popular hockey player Tim Horton and his partner Jim Charade and it initially started as a burger place. By the time Tim Hortons has gained national popularity that it became an everyday essential, something like a Starbucks for USA citizens.
Surprising as it may seem, the beginning of this coffee business was small and humble. Tim and Jim had a lot of disagreements on the menu so in 1966. Jim left the company and Jim hired Ron Joyce, a person who is responsible for what we know as Hortons today.
In just a few years Hortons expanded all over Canada and became a multi-million dollars worth franchise. After Tim’s death, Ron took over the company and focused on making the coffee and donuts as an association with hockey.
In six decades of its existence, Horton’s introduced us to innovations like the double-double which is a coffee with two doses of cream and two sugars; Timbits which are small-bites donuts, and iced cap supreme (iced cappuccino).
By March 2022. Tim Hortons stores are located in 15 different countries with 4949 restaurants. Most of their restaurants are located in Canada and US, but you can find them in China, Spain, the United Kingdom, Qatar, UAE, Thailand, the Philippines, and more.
What Are The Most Popular Donuts At Tim Hortons?
There are around 20 different donuts on Hortons menu, however, not every restaurant has the same offer. Also, from time to time they introduce some new specialty just to spice up a deal. These donuts are usually available for a short period of time.
In the following rows, I will introduce you to their most popular donuts, according to their research team. So next time you hit the Hortons you’ll take my opinion and try something different.
Boston Cream
The queen of all donuts. Their absolute winner and the number one selling donut. This is a plain fluffy yeast-based donut, filled with custard cream and generously dipped in a chocolate frosting. It’s sweet but not too much, and it has a perfect balance of both chocolate and vanilla flavor.
It is not suitable for vegans, and people who are allergic to milk, soy, gluten, wheat, or sulfites. The price per piece is $1.19.
Nutrition
| Calories | Fat | Saturated fats | Trans fats | Sodium | Carbs | Fiber | Sugar | Protein | |
| Boston Cream (81g) | 220 | 6g | 2.5g | 0mg | 250mg | 35g | 1g | 13g | 5g |
Apple Fritters
This is a deep-fried yeast donut with a subtle aroma of baked apples and cinnamon. The texture reminds me of a funnel cake. The perfect balance of flavors makes this donut lightly sweet but very enjoyable. It is a perfect match for your morning coffee.
It is not suitable for vegans, and people who are allergic to milk, soy, gluten, wheat, and sulfites. The price per piece is $1.19.
Nutrition
| Calories | Fat | Saturated fats | Trans fats | Sodium | Carbs | Fiber | Sugar | Protein | |
| Apple Fritter (101g) | 290 | 8g | 3.5g | 0mg | 330mg | 48g | 2g | 15g | 7g |
Old Fashioned Plain
This is a dense cake donut that melts in your mouth. Just as the name says it is plain so it is perfect for dipping in your morning double-double coffee. It is not too sweet, yet it still reminds you of a birthday cake, but almost guilt-free, since it doesn’t have that much sugar.
It is great for people who like neutral and simple things and the price is really cheap, $0.99 per piece. It is not suitable for vegans, people who are allergic to eggs, milk, soy, gluten, and wheat.
Nutrition
| Calories | Fat | Saturated fats | Trans fats | Sodium | Carbs | Fiber | Sugar | Protein | |
| Old Fashioned Plain (58g) | 210 | 10g | 5g | 0mg | 270mg | 33g | 1g | 15g | 4g |
Honey Cruller
The best-looking donut in the house, in my opinion. It has a perfect combination of crispiness and softness. It has a nice chewy texture, with a taste similar to a cream puff pastry. It is coated with a rich non-sticky honey glaze that is perfect for people who prefer a hard sugar kick.
Pair it with their dark roast original blend coffee. The price is more than affordable, at $0.99 per piece. It is not suitable for vegans, and people who are allergic to eggs, milk, soy, gluten, and wheat.
Nutrition
| Calories | Fat | Saturated fats | Trans fats | Sodium | Carbs | Fiber | Sugar | Protein | |
| Honey Cruller (70g) | 280 | 18g | 9g | 0.3mg | 200mg | 27g | 0g | 12g | 2g |
Chocolate Dip
An ultimate classic. The base is a plain yeast pastry with chocolate icing on top, nothing complicated still very delightful. The taste is mildly sweet and it matches perfectly with any type of coffee considering how neutral the donut is.
The price is $1.19 per piece, and this donut is available at any Horton’s shop. It is not suitable for vegans, and people who are allergic to honey, milk, soy, gluten, wheat, and sulfites.
Nutrition
| Calories | Fat | Saturated fats | Trans fats | Sodium | Carbs | Fiber | Sugar | Protein | |
| Chocolate Dip (64g) | 200 | 6g | 2.5g | 0mg | 210mg | 34g | 1g | 13g | 4g |
Vanilla Dip with Colorful Sprinkles
This is the same donut as a chocolate dip. Also in 2020 Horton’s had a limited edition of strawberry dip donuts. This is a classical yeast donut dipped in vanilla frosting and drizzled with colorful sprinkles. It is very sweet and therefore, popular among kids.
The price is $1.19 per piece, and it goes great with a latte or cappuccino. Not suitable for vegans, and people who are allergic to milk, soy, gluten, wheat, and sulfites.
Nutrition
| Calories | Fat | Saturated fats | Trans fats | Sodium | Carbs | Fiber | Sugar | Protein | |
| Vanilla Dip (73g) | 250 | 6g | 2.5g | 0mg | 210mg | 44g | 1g | 22g | 4g |
Sour Cream Glazed
This donut is a classic cake donut with an addition of sour cream glaze. Because of the glaze, the donut has a higher fat content and a lot of calories. The texture is denser and smoother than what you would expect from a regular donut, all thanks to the sugared glaze. It has just the right amount of extra sweetness for everyone who has a sweet tooth.
The price per piece is $0.99, and this donut is regular in all Hortons shops. It is not suitable for vegans, and people allergic to eggs, milk, soy, gluten, and wheat.
Nutrition
| Calories | Fat | Saturated fats | Trans fats | Sodium | Carbs | Fiber | Sugar | Protein | |
| Sour Cream Glazed (75g) | 330 | 16g | 8g | 0.1mg | 220mg | 40g | 1g | 23g | 3g |
Chocolate Glazed
A typical chocolate cake donut batter dipped in a combination of chocolate and sugar glaze. This mixture can’t let you down. If you are a fan of sweeter donuts, this one is perfect for you. You can pair it with any coffee you like, but don’t try to dip it, it will fall apart. Don’t ask me how I know.
Anyhow, the price is $1.19 per piece. This donut is not suitable for vegans, people who are allergic to eggs, milk, gluten, and wheat.
Nutrition
| Calories | Fat | Saturated fats | Trans fats | Sodium | Carbs | Fiber | Sugar | Protein | |
| Chocolate Glazed (76g) | 280 | 14g | 6g | 0.1mg | 320mg | 37g | 1g | 19g | 4g |
Double Chocolate
This one is similar to the Chocolate Glazed since it uses the same chocolate cake donut batter. The only difference is in the coating. This version is dipped in a smooth chocolate frosting, while the previous one is dipped in a flaky, sugar glaze.
This one is a delightfully sweet treat that matches perfectly with dark roast coffee, and you can get it for $1.19 per piece. It is not suitable for vegans, and people who are allergic to eggs, milk, soy, gluten, wheat, and sulfites.
Nutrition
| Calories | Fat | Saturated fats | Trans fats | Sodium | Carbs | Fiber | Sugar | Protein | |
| Double Chocolate (67g) | 260 | 14g | 6g | 0.1mg | 320mg | 32g | 1g | 14g | 4g |
Honey Dip
The most guilt-free donut on this list. Honey Dip donut is a classical yeast donut that has a light and airy texture. It is not too sweet, and it has a subtle honey aroma, so you can easily eat two or three pieces in a row without noticing it. It is coated with a honey glaze.
The price per piece is $0.99. It is not suitable for vegans, and people who are allergic to honey, milk, soy, gluten, and wheat.
Nutrition
| Calories | Fat | Saturated fats | Trans fats | Sodium | Carbs | Fiber | Sugar | Protein | |
| Honey Dip (72g) | 190 | 6g | 2.5g | 0mg | 210mg | 39g | 1g | 19g | 4g |
FAQ
How long can I store Tim Horton’s donuts at home?
You can store all their donuts in an air-tight container for approximately two days on the countertop. However, since many of their donuts consists of eggs and dairy I advise you to keep these donuts in the fridge and reheat it when you feel like having them.
Also, you can keep them in the freezer for up to 3 months in an air-tight container or freezer bags.
In which packs can you buy Tim Horton’s donuts?
All their donuts can be bought in a single serving option, a half a dozen pack (6), and a dozen pack (12). You can mix and match different types of donuts per pack, or you can choose only one type of donuts for the pack.
Is there any other food available at Tim Horton’s?
If you never visited Horton’s before then I’m sure you aren’t familiar with their offer. You can find everything here, from coffee and hot chocolate to salads and soups. Their breakfast menus are very popular. Make sure you try the bagel and blueberry muffins.
You can buy sandwiches, croissants, cinnamon rolls, wraps, and salads here as well. Visit their web page and see a complete Tim Hortons menu.
Conclusion
As you can see Tim Hortons has a wide variety of donuts and pastries to offer, for a very affordable princess. If you are lucky enough to have their store in your city or even neighborhood I advise you to try as many different donuts as you can, you won’t regret it.
In case I failed to mention some of your favorites, please leave a comment so we can all try something different.