Tim Hortons Hot Chocolate Nutrition Facts
Rich, comforting, and available in Classic or White Chocolate.
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220
3g
48g
1g
34g
180mg
Caffeine Content
FDA daily limit: 400mg for healthy adults
🍬 Sugar Breakdown
34g
Total Sugar
8.5
Teaspoons
136%
WHO limit ♀
Burn It Off
Minutes to burn 220 cal (Small)
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Running
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Cycling
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Swimming
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Calorie Reality Check
Visualizing 220 calories in real food.
This exactly equals 1.0x Classic Donuts
(220 cal per classic donut)
🧑⚕️ Expert Dietitian Tips
Sugar Heavy
With up to 80g of sugar in the larger sizes, this is highly concentrated sweetness. Try sticking to a Small to satisfy cravings.
Which is Healthier?
Classic Hot Chocolate generally has fewer calories and less fat than the White Hot Chocolate variant, making it the slightly lighter choice.
Nearly Caffeine-Free
Classic has trace amounts of caffeine from the cocoa (10-25mg), while White has none, making it a safe choice for kids or late nights.
🔄 Healthier Alternatives
Serving Size: 1 Small (Hot Chocolate)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 220 | 3g | 34g | 10mg |
| Medium | 280 | 4g | 43g | 15mg |
| Large | 380 | 5g | 58g | 20mg |
| X Large | 500 | 7g | 76g | 25mg |
🥗 Diet Compatibility
☝️ Fun Fact: Tim Hortons Hot Chocolate is made with hot water, not milk! The creaminess comes entirely from the powdered mix.
About Hot Chocolate
Tim Hortons Hot Chocolate is the ultimate cold-weather comforter. Whether you prefer the deep cocoa notes of the Classic Hot Chocolate or the ultra-sweet, buttery profile of the White Hot Chocolate, these beverages deliver pure coziness in a cup.
Nutritionally, both options pack a punch. A Medium Classic Hot Chocolate contains 280 calories and 43g of sugar. The White Hot Chocolate variant is even richer, bringing 330 calories, 11g of fat, and 45g of sugar in the same Medium size. At the Extra Large size, the White Hot Chocolate reaches an enormous 570 calories!
Both drinks are primarily a source of carbohydrates and sugar, providing quick energy but minimal sustained fullness (only 1-3g of protein). Because they are powder-based (mixed with hot water at the machine), their nutritional profile is fixed—you cannot request them with skim milk or dairy-free alternatives to save calories.
If you are craving chocolate but want to keep your sugar intake in check, the best approach is to size down. Choosing a Small instead of a Large saves you 160+ calories and over 24g of sugar. Alternatively, if you want a chocolatey drink with a bit more balance, consider a Coffee Mocha, which blends chocolate with coffee for a slightly less calorie-dense profile.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Hot Chocolate and White Hot Chocolate?
The Classic is made with standard cocoa powder, while the White uses a buttery, vanilla-cocoa butter profile. The White variant is generally higher in calories and fat.
Can I get dairy-free Hot Chocolate at Tim Hortons?
No. The hot chocolate is made from a powder base dispensed by a machine, and that powder already contains milk and soy ingredients.
Does Tim Hortons Hot Chocolate have caffeine?
The Classic Hot Chocolate has a very small amount of caffeine naturally occurring from the cocoa (about 15mg in a Medium). The White Hot Chocolate has virtually none.
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