Tim Hortons UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Tim Hortons UK cooks with: rapeseed-led vegetable oil in the fryers (savoury side), with sunflower likely in the supplier par-fry blend — Tim Hortons UK does not state the oil, but its own published nutrition rules out palm and tallow: Lattice Fries are 14g fat with only 1.2g saturates per 129g serving (~9% saturates) and the Hash Brown is 5.3g fat with 0.19g saturates (~4%), which only fits a rapeseed/sunflower blend. Donuts and Timbits run on a completely different fat: palm-based shortening — Old Fashioned Glazed Donut is 13g fat of which 5.9g saturates (~45%), and Boston Cream is 11g fat of which 5.1g saturates (~46%), the signature of palm frying, so the bakery case is far lower in PUFA than the fryer menu. Across the 38 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
Safest Orders at Tim Hortons UK
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
Cleanest full order: Tims Double Cheeseburger + Original Blend Coffee, 2.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Original Iced Capp | 1.0g |
| Bacon Roll | 2.0g |
| Tims Double Cheeseburger | 2.0g |
| 3 Piece Tims Chicken Tenders | 3.0g |
| Tims Bacon Double Cheeseburger | 3.0g |
What to Avoid at Tim Hortons UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Tims Crispy Chicken Stack | 11.0g |
| Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sandwich | 10.0g |
| Tims Crispy Chicken Sandwich | 9.0g |
| Buffalo Ranch Chicken Loaded Fries | 8.0g |
| Big Breakfast Wrap | 7.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Tim Hortons UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Tim Hortons UK cooks with: rapeseed-led vegetable oil in the fryers (savoury side), with sunflower likely in the supplier par-fry blend — Tim Hortons UK does not state the oil, but its own published nutrition rules out palm and tallow: Lattice Fries are 14g fat with only 1.2g saturates per 129g serving (~9% saturates) and the Hash Brown is 5.3g fat with 0.19g saturates (~4%), which only fits a rapeseed/sunflower blend. Donuts and Timbits run on a completely different fat: palm-based shortening — Old Fashioned Glazed Donut is 13g fat of which 5.9g saturates (~45%), and Boston Cream is 11g fat of which 5.1g saturates (~46%), the signature of palm frying, so the bakery case is far lower in PUFA than the fryer menu. Across the 38 menu items we analyzed, it averages 4.2g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Tim Hortons UK cook with?
Our research indicates: rapeseed-led vegetable oil in the fryers (savoury side), with sunflower likely in the supplier par-fry blend — Tim Hortons UK does not state the oil, but its own published nutrition rules out palm and tallow: Lattice Fries are 14g fat with only 1.2g saturates per 129g serving (~9% saturates) and the Hash Brown is 5.3g fat with 0.19g saturates (~4%), which only fits a rapeseed/sunflower blend. Donuts and Timbits run on a completely different fat: palm-based shortening — Old Fashioned Glazed Donut is 13g fat of which 5.9g saturates (~45%), and Boston Cream is 11g fat of which 5.1g saturates (~46%), the signature of palm frying, so the bakery case is far lower in PUFA than the fryer menu. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Tim Hortons UK use beef tallow?
Yes, at least for some items. Our research indicates: rapeseed-led vegetable oil in the fryers (savoury side), with sunflower likely in the supplier par-fry blend — Tim Hortons UK does not state the oil, but its own published nutrition rules out palm and tallow: Lattice Fries are 14g fat with only 1.2g saturates per 129g serving (~9% saturates) and the Hash Brown is 5.3g fat with 0.19g saturates (~4%), which only fits a rapeseed/sunflower blend. Donuts and Timbits run on a completely different fat: palm-based shortening — Old Fashioned Glazed Donut is 13g fat of which 5.9g saturates (~45%), and Boston Cream is 11g fat of which 5.1g saturates (~46%), the signature of palm frying, so the bakery case is far lower in PUFA than the fryer menu. Beef tallow is far lower in PUFA than seed oils.
Is Tim Hortons UK seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Tim Hortons UK cooks with rapeseed-led vegetable oil in the fryers (savoury side), with sunflower likely in the supplier par-fry blend — Tim Hortons UK does not state the oil, but its own published nutrition rules out palm and tallow: Lattice Fries are 14g fat with only 1.2g saturates per 129g serving (~9% saturates) and the Hash Brown is 5.3g fat with 0.19g saturates (~4%), which only fits a rapeseed/sunflower blend. Donuts and Timbits run on a completely different fat: palm-based shortening — Old Fashioned Glazed Donut is 13g fat of which 5.9g saturates (~45%), and Boston Cream is 11g fat of which 5.1g saturates (~46%), the signature of palm frying, so the bakery case is far lower in PUFA than the fryer menu, which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Tim Hortons UK?
Original Iced Capp is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Tim Hortons UK, at an estimated 1.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Tim Hortons UK?
Tims Crispy Chicken Stack is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Tim Hortons UK, at an estimated 11.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. Curious why people avoid them? Read the evidence.
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