Homemade Tim Bits
Indulge your taste buds with these delightful Homemade Tim Bits—bite-sized treats that perfectly replicate the iconic Canadian favorite! Made from scratch with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg, these mini donut holes boast a soft, fluffy texture and a golden-brown exterior thanks to a quick fry in hot oil. Coated in a delectable cinnamon sugar mixture, they’re irresistibly sweet and perfect for sharing. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple step-by-step instructions, you can whip up a batch of 24 Tim Bits that are ideal for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Discover the joy of creating this nostalgic recipe at home and enjoy every warm and sugary bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.25 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 0.75 cups whole milk
- 4 cups vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 3 minutes using an electric mixer.
Add the egg to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined, making sure not to overmix the batter.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep pot over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a kitchen thermometer to maintain this temperature.
Using a small cookie scoop or two spoons, carefully drop tablespoon-sized balls of batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.
Fry each batch for about 3-4 minutes, or until the Tim Bits are golden brown on all sides. Use a slotted spoon to turn them halfway through the frying process.
Once cooked, remove the Tim Bits from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
In a small bowl, mix together the cinnamon and powdered sugar. Roll the warm Tim Bits in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your homemade Tim Bits!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
10485 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1007.4 g | 1292% | |
| Saturated Fat | 168.2 g | 841% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 337 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 2682 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 360.9 g | 131% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 168.5 g | ||
| Protein | 37.7 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 327 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 629 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
