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Here's a recipe to make Canada Timbits, inspired by the iconic bite-sized doughnuts from Tim Hortons:

Ingredients:

For the doughnuts:

• 2¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
• ¾ cup warm milk (about 110°F or 45°C)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt

For frying:

• Vegetable oil, for frying

For coating:

• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

2- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, egg, melted butter, and yeast mixture. Stir until well combined.

3- Gradually add the flour and salt to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.

4- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, you can use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment to knead the dough.

5- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

6- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to about ½-inch thickness.

7- Using a small round cookie cutter or a doughnut hole cutter, cut out small doughnut rounds. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

8- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large pot to 350°F (175°C).

9- Carefully fry the doughnut holes in batches, turning them occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per batch.

10- Remove the fried doughnut holes from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate.

11- In a shallow bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon to make the coating.

12- While the doughnut holes are still warm, roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until they are evenly coated.

13- Serve the Canada Timbits warm and enjoy the delicious bite-sized treats!

This recipe yields about 24-30 Timbits, depending on the size of your doughnut cutter. Adjust the quantities accordingly if you need more or fewer.

Nutritional Values:

Providing precise nutritional values for ingredients can vary depending on brands, specific types, and variations. However, I can give you approximate values based on commonly used ingredients:

For the doughnuts:

Active dry yeast (2¼ teaspoons):

• Calories: 15
• Protein: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 2g
• Fat: 0g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 0g

benefits:Provides leavening action, helping the dough to rise and become light and fluffy.

Warm milk (¾ cup):

• Calories: 90
• Protein: 6g
• Carbohydrates: 9g
• Fat: 4g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 9g

benefits:

• Adds moisture and richness to the dough, resulting in a softer texture.
• Good source of protein, calcium, and vitamins, contributing to overall nutrition.

Granulated sugar (¼ cup):

• Calories: 200
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Fat: 0g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 50g

benefits:

• Adds sweetness and flavor to the doughnuts.
• Provides energy in the form of carbohydrates.

Egg (1 large):

• Calories: 70
• Protein: 6g
• Carbohydrates: 0g
• Fat: 5g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 0g

benefits:

• Acts as a binding agent, helping to hold the dough together.
• Adds richness and flavor to the dough.

Unsalted butter (3 tablespoons):

• Calories: 300
• Fat: 36g
• Carbohydrates: 0g
• Protein: 0g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 0g

benefits:

• Contributes to the texture and flavor of the doughnuts, making them richer and more tender.
• Contains fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K.

All-purpose flour (3 cups):

• Calories: 1440
• Protein: 36g
• Carbohydrates: 312g
• Fat: 0g
• Fiber: 12g
• Sugar: 0g

benefits:

• Provides structure and texture to the doughnuts.
• Contains carbohydrates for energy and small amounts of protein.

Salt (½ teaspoon):

• Negligible calories

benefits:

• Enhances flavor and helps to balance the sweetness of other ingredients.
• Regulates the fermentation process and strengthens gluten formation in the dough.

For frying:

Vegetable oil (for frying):

• Calories: 120 per tablespoon
• Fat: 14g per tablespoon
• Depending on the amount of oil used for frying

benefits:

• Provides the medium for frying, giving the doughnuts their crispy exterior.
• Contains unsaturated fats, which can be healthier compared to saturated fats.

For coating:

Granulated sugar (½ cup):

• Calories: 400
• Carbohydrates: 100g
• Fat: 0g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 100g

benefits:Adds sweetness and a crunchy texture to the exterior of the doughnuts.

Ground cinnamon (1 tablespoon):

• Calories: 19
• Carbohydrates: 6g
• Fat: 0g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 0g

benefits:

• Enhances flavor, adding warmth and depth to the coating.
• Contains antioxidants and has potential health benefits, such as anti-inflammatory properties.

Please note that these values are approximate and may vary based on specific brands and variations of ingredients used. Additionally, the values for frying oil will depend on the amount absorbed during frying, which can vary based on factors like temperature and duration of frying.