Doughnut Holes, Munchkins or Timbits? Twitter Debates (2024)

Doughnut Holes, Munchkins or Timbits? Twitter Debates (1)

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ByTaylor Rock|July 29, 2019 5:59 pm EST

The latest Twitter debate of 2019 regards doughnut holes, a generic term for the center cutout of a regular, circular (or, more specifically, torus-shaped) doughnut. But depending on where you grew up or which coffee chain you frequent, you might call them something else.

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Twitter user @nctreplay started a fire with the million dollar question: "Quick what do you call these?" alongside an image of the bite-sized glazed, blueberry, powdered and chocolate treats. Answering her own inquiry, she said that Munchkins was the correct answer — but that's not always the case.

quick what do u call these pic.twitter.com/tQ9WuE23Dl

— ً (@nctrepIay) July 27, 2019

Take @leedaehwi for example, who said, "wtf are munchkins ive never heard of that before omg." It's unclear where this person is from, but if you grew up in the part of America where there's a Dunkin' on every street corner — which is most of it, as the chain has locations in 41 states — then you know that that's what the brand calls its doughnut holes.

wtf are munchkins ive never heard of that before omg

— jen (@Ieedaehwi) July 27, 2019

Others chimed in, calling them Timbits (what Tim Hortons calls its doughnut holes), robin's eggs (what they're apparently called in parts of Canada), beignets (something completely different), doughnut bites (acceptable) and "badly made gulab jamuns," which are fried dough balls soaked in syrup that are popular in South Asia. Regardless of what you call them, we can probably all agree that they're pretty great, but they don't hold a candle to the best doughnut in every state.

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FAQs

Are timbits better than Munchkins? ›

The Timbit has more of a chocolatey flavor, while the Munchkin has a sweeter taste. The texture on the Munchkin isn't as rich as the Timbit, but it still doesn't taste bad. Sadly, since these are chocolate glazed doughnuts, I was unable to get my cat to choose, because chocolate isn't good for cats.

Are timbits actually donut holes? ›

In 1976, Canadian coffee chain Tim Hortons introduced donut holes called "Timbits" to their menu.

What do Canadians call donut holes? ›

Why are doughnut holes called timbits in Canada? It's a trade mark from Tim Horton's, the most common doughnut place in Canada.

Who calls donut holes Munchkins? ›

Little treat, big impact! Our beloved Dunkin' MUNCHKINS® Donut Hole Treats made their debut in the early 1970's, and they've been a fan favorite ever since. In fact, we sell more than eight hundred million of these delectable, pop-able donut treats each year!

Do Munchkins have health issues? ›

To conclude, there is some proof that Munchkin cats not only have short limbs but also present deformations and malalignment of their limbs. While it's not currently clear what the impacts of these deformations are on the long-term health of these cats, it may predispose them to osteoarthritis.

What is the most unhealthy donut in the world? ›

Honey Dew Donuts Coconut Jelly Stick

The Honey Dew Coconut Jelly Stick is the most calorie and sugar-heavy donut on our list with 590 calories and 40 grams of sugar per stick. Not only that, but it has a whopping 680 milligrams of sodium, which is almost a third of the recommended daily limit.

Did they get rid of jelly filled timbits? ›

Just went to a local Tim Hortons and they said they had discontinued the Jelly filled Timbits and Donuts. I am blown away because when I worked at Tim Hortons they were among the top sellers. Completely mind blown.

What do Americans call timbits? ›

Equivalent to the American "donut hole," they were introduced in April 1976.

Are Munchkins actually donut holes? ›

How are they so round? The donut holes were a hit, so the donut brand decided to invest in creating donut cutters just for Munchkins donut holes. Today, Dunkin' Munchkins are cut by an automated cutter to create uniformed balls of dough that are fried up and sold to their fans — young and old.

What is a derogatory term donut? ›

In informal speech the phrase is used to highlight stupidity. E.g. You Donut. An individual whom is extremely stupid. Lacks intelligence and common sense. An idiot.

Does a timbits have eggs? ›

Allergens: Contains: egg, milk, soy, wheat Made in a facility that also processes peanuts and/or tree nuts.

What does Dunkin call donut holes? ›

"Munchkins" is a term popularized by the Dunkin' Donuts chain, which is prevalent in the Northeast and other regions. Dunkin' Donuts introduced the term for their bite-sized donut holes in the early 1970s, inspired by the characters from L.

What is the difference between a donut hole and a Timbit? ›

Donut holes or timbits are balls of dough sold in major North American restaurant chains such as Tim Hortons. Contrary to popular belief, timbits are not the product of a donut with a hole in the center. They are made from molded balls. These will be fried in hydrogenated vegetable oil.

Who first sold donut holes? ›

These doughnuts were the same shape and size as our modern donuts, but they weren't shaped like a ring. The honor of “hole inventor” seems to land with Hanson Gregory, an American sailor. Gregory, who went to sea eating “whole doughnuts”, and returned with “holed donuts.”

Who calls donuts Long Johns? ›

The Long John is a bar-shaped, yeast risen doughnut either coated entirely with glaze or top-coated with cake icing. They may be filled with custard or cream. The term Long John is used in the Midwestern U.S. and Canada, and has been used in Texas.

What is the most popular Tim Hortons doughnut? ›

“The Apple Fritter has always been a top donut at Tims but since adding 40 per cent more apples to our recipe last year I can confidently say we've never made a better version of this all-time classic,” says Axel Schwan, president of Tim Hortons.

What kind of donut is the most popular? ›

The Most Popular Donut in Every U.S. Region

In the Midwest and South, glazed donuts reign supreme. The timeless simplicity and melt-in-your-mouth goodness of a perfectly glazed donut have made it an enduring classic in these parts.

What is the most popular Timbit flavor? ›

The most popular classic Timbit in Canada over the past year was the Chocolate Glazed – by a wide margin. Birthday Cake and Honey Dip were neck and neck for second and third place, Old Fashioned Plain was fourth and Sour Cream Glazed was in fifth.

Who has better donuts Dunkin Donuts or Tim Hortons? ›

Overall Experience

Both coffee chains offer delicious treats, but all in all, I have to say that Tim Hortons comes out on top. This is mainly due to its donuts, which had a better taste and texture than the ones at Dunkin', especially when considering the Boston creams.

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