Tim Hortons Tim Hortons Croissants Nutrition Facts
Calorie and nutrition facts for Tim Hortons Plain, Cheese, and Chocolate croissants.
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260
13g
30g
6g
3g
240mg
Caffeine Content
FDA daily limit: 400mg for healthy adults
🍬 Sugar Breakdown
3g
Total Sugar
0.8
Teaspoons
12%
WHO limit ♀
Burn It Off
Minutes to burn 260 cal (Plain Croissant)
60
Walking
23
Running
35
Cycling
29
Swimming
87
Yoga
🧑⚕️ Expert Dietitian Tips
Low Sugar Option
Plain and Cheese croissants have just 3g sugar — far less than any muffin (20-36g) or filled donut (16-28g).
Protein Boost
Pair a Cheese Croissant (7g protein) with a Latte (6-12g protein) for 13-19g protein and under 480 calories.
Saturated Fat
Croissants have 7-8g saturated fat (35-40% DV). The buttery layers make them higher in saturated fat than most donuts.
🔄 Healthier Alternatives
Serving Size: 1 Plain Croissant (Tim Hortons Croissants)
Amount Per Serving
% Daily Value*
* % DV based on 2,000 cal diet. Source: Tim Hortons Canada (April 2025).
📏 All Sizes at a Glance
| Size | Cal | Fat | Sugar | Caff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plain Croissant | 260 | 13g | 3g | 0mg |
| Cheese Croissant | 290 | 14g | 3g | 0mg |
| Chocolate Croissant | 350 | 17g | 18g | 0mg |
🥗 Diet Compatibility
☝️ Fun Fact: Croissants were originally inspired by the Austrian kipferl and popularized in France — Tim Hortons brings this classic pastry to over 5,700 locations worldwide!
About Tim Hortons Croissants
Tim Hortons croissants are a popular alternative to donuts and muffins, offering a buttery, flaky pastry experience. The menu features three varieties: Plain (260 cal), Cheese (290 cal), and Chocolate (350 cal).
The Plain Croissant at 260 calories is surprisingly moderate, with 6g of protein — more protein per calorie than most donuts. However, it has 13g of fat and 7g of saturated fat from all that butter, making it one of the fattier baked goods per gram.
The Cheese Croissant adds just 30 calories over the plain version but provides an extra gram of protein (7g total) and a savory flavor option. The Chocolate Croissant is the indulgent choice at 350 calories and 18g sugar.
A key advantage of croissants over muffins is sugar content: the Plain Croissant has just 3g sugar vs 20-36g for muffins. If you want a low-sugar baked good, a croissant is a much smarter choice than any muffin on the menu.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in a Tim Hortons croissant?
A Plain Croissant has 260 calories, Cheese has 290, and Chocolate has 350 calories.
Is a Tim Hortons croissant healthier than a donut?
The Plain Croissant (260 cal, 3g sugar) has fewer calories and much less sugar than most donuts. However, it has more saturated fat from the butter.
Is a croissant better than a muffin at Tim Hortons?
For sugar-watchers, yes. A Plain Croissant has 3g sugar vs 20-36g in muffins. Calorie-wise, the croissant (260 cal) beats all muffins (340-420 cal).
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