As the calendar turned to 2026, Tim Hortons served up a delicious look back at the previous year's customer cravings. The iconic Canadian coffee and doughnut chain has released its official list of the top menu items ordered across the country in 2025, revealing a clear national favourite for the sweet-toothed.
The Nation's Top Pick: A Deep-Fried Classic
The undisputed champion of the doughnut case was the apple fritter. Tim Hortons confirmed the deep-fried, apple-cinnamon pastry was the single most popular doughnut ordered from coast to coast. For those opting for a smaller treat, the bite-sized Timbits told a different story, with the chocolate-glazed flavour leading the pack as the top choice among the assorted box.
When it came to the essential coffee order, Canadians stayed true to tradition. The classic double double—coffee with two creams and two sugars—remained the nation's go-to brew. However, regional trends added spice to the lineup. The city of Markham, Ontario, distinguished itself by ordering more hot and iced Chai lattes than any other Canadian city.
Regional Cravings and Delivery Trends
The data also highlighted distinct provincial preferences, particularly in British Columbia. Customers in Richmond, B.C., showed a strong appetite for a hearty start, ordering the loaded breakfast box with scrambled eggs more than anyone else. Just a short drive away, residents of Surrey, B.C., leaned into wellness, consuming more of the chain's protein drinks than any other city.
In the growing realm of food delivery, convenience ruled. The most common Tim Hortons delivery order of the year was a practical one: an order for four coffees, suggesting a morning office run or a family pick-me-up was a frequent digital basket.
More Than a Meal: A $50 Million Community Impact
Beyond the beans and pastries, Tim Hortons' year-end review underscored its significant charitable footprint. The company announced it raised an impressive $50 million in 2025 through its various philanthropic campaigns. These funds were generated by customer support for initiatives like the Special Olympics Donut, the iconic Smile Cookie, Camp Day, the Orange Sprinkle Donut, and the Holiday Smile Cookie.
Axel Schwan, President of Tim Hortons, connected this community spirit to the brand's founding principles. "We're proud that Tims restaurant owners continue to embrace the mission that our founder Tim Horton created for his first location: to be a place where anyone could go, at any time, and feel at home," Schwan stated. He credited the chain's restaurant owners and team members for their dedication to both service and giving back to their local communities.
The release of these annual highlights offers a unique, data-driven snapshot of Canadian tastes, confirming that while trendy beverages and protein options are on the rise, the comforting combination of a double-double and a classic apple fritter still holds a special place in the nation's daily routine.
