Biscoff Croissant — Tim Hortons Winter 2025 Review

The Biscoff Croissant is one of those pastries that makes you pause for a second before you even take a bite. It’s glossy, sticky, and unapologetically messy — the kind of thing you should probably eat over a plate, not a napkin. But visually, it’s everything you want in a winter pastry: rich, golden layers glistening with caramelized sugar and a deep brown ribbon of Biscoff filling that promises warmth and comfort.

When you pick it up, your fingers catch that telltale tackiness of melted sugar and cookie butter. It’s not the most travel-friendly thing (and honestly, it should never be handed to anyone in a bag — this belongs in a box), but the presentation instantly tells you this isn’t a standard Tim’s pastry. The aroma alone — a buttery croissant mixed with spiced cookie butter — feels indulgent and festive.

Biting into it, the first thing that hits you is the flakiness. Tim’s has nailed the texture this time: airy outer layers that give way to a soft, buttery center. The Biscoff filling sits right in the middle, sandwiched between the two halves, giving you a perfect ratio in almost every bite. It’s not overloaded, which is key — you get enough filling for flavor without it spilling out the sides or making the croissant soggy.

The flavor is unmistakably Biscoff. That caramelized brown sugar taste with a hit of cinnamon and a whisper of ginger — it’s warm, cozy, and distinctly wintery. It’s sweet, yes, but in a balanced way. The butter from the pastry cuts the sweetness perfectly, creating a layered experience that actually feels more like something you’d find in a real bakery than a fast-food chain.

The aftertaste lingers with those spiced cookie notes, but never turns heavy. It’s a dessert croissant, no question, but not so sweet that you couldn’t enjoy it with a morning coffee. In fact, paired with a latte or cappuccino, it’s probably one of the best winter pairings Tim’s has done in years.

Would I get it again? Absolutely — though it’s the kind of thing you plan for, not something you grab on the go. It’s indulgent, it’s messy, and it’s delicious. Honestly, if you like Biscoff at all, it’s worth going out of your way for.

Verdict: Sticky, flakey, buttery perfection. The Biscoff flavor shines without overpowering, and the croissant texture elevates it beyond what you’d expect from Tim’s. Easily one of their best winter pastries in years.