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# Pie-Inspired Donuts
These Seasonal Confections Include Popular Fall Flavors

By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-08-24 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasonal-confections
References: [brandeating](http://www.brandeating.com/2015/08/tim-hortons-2015-fall-specials-include-pumpkin-pie-latte.html) & [timhortons](http://www.timhortons.com/ca/en/menu/snacks.php)

With fall rapidly approaching, Tim Hortons recently added a series of seasonal confections to its ever-expanding menu. Although pumpkin spice has become synonymous with autumn, there are many more fall flavors available. Tim Hortons is now offering a broad range of seasonal treats for those who are eager to embrace cooler temperatures.

The new menu will feature a number of autumn-inspired drinks and delicious seasonal confections. The latest additions to the drink menu include the Pumpkin Pie Latte, the Pumpkin Pie Iced Capp and the Hot [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-pumpkin-hand-pies) Cider Supreme. In terms of food, the menu will now feature the [Apple Pie Fritter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pieinspired-doughnuts). This delicious doughnut comes with a diced apple filling and a sweet glaze topping. There is also an Apple Fritter Timbit available for those who want to sample the delicious new treat.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.5/10
- Popularity: 5% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Seasonal Confections:** Opportunity to create limited-time offerings that cater to consumers' desire for seasonal flavors.
- **Autumn-inspired Drinks:** Innovate with unique autumn-themed beverage options to attract customers.
- **Apple Flavored Treats:** Develop new apple-infused products to capitalize on the popularity of fall flavors.

### Where This Applies

- **Food and Beverage:** Restaurants and cafes can introduce fall-inspired menu items to cater to seasonal demand.
- **Bakery:** Bakeries can expand their product line with autumn-inspired goodies like apple pie donuts.
- **Coffee and Beverage:** Coffee chains can create and promote specialty drinks featuring pumpkin and apple flavors.

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