Tim Tam Calories Calculator
Calculate Tim Tam calories per biscuit. Australia's favourite chocolate biscuit nutrition facts, portion tips, and how Tim Tams fit into a balanced diet.
Tim Tam Nutrition Overview
Tim Tams are Australia's most beloved chocolate biscuit — two layers of malted chocolate biscuit sandwiching a chocolate cream filling, enrobed in a thin chocolate coating. They were introduced by Arnott's in 1964 and named after the American thoroughbred Tim Tam that won the Kentucky Derby that year. Tim Tams are sold in over 40 countries but remain most strongly associated with Australian identi...
How to use this calculator
Enter your portion size in grams or use the unit selector. CalorieMetrica will estimate calories, protein, carbs and fats for Tim Tam. Actual nutrition values vary depending on preparation method, recipe, and serving size.
Best for fitness goals
Tim Tams are high in sugar and fat and not a weight-loss food. However, one Tim Tam (95 kcal) as an intentional daily treat can fit within most calorie plans without derailing progress. The danger is the package — opening a packet and eating while distracted makes it very easy to consume five or six...
Tim Tam Calories — Complete Australian Guide
Calories By Portion Size
| Portion / Serving | Estimated Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Tim Tam (19g) | ~95 kcal | Single biscuit |
| 2 Tim Tams (38g) | ~191 kcal | Common serving |
| Half a packet (120g) | ~602 kcal | Danger zone |
Calories By Preparation Method
| Preparation Method | Calories / 100g | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Original Tim Tam | ~502 kcal/100g | Classic chocolate |
| Dark chocolate Tim Tam | ~490 kcal/100g | Slightly less sweet |
| Tim Tam Slam (through hot drink) | ~502 kcal/100g | Same calories, different experience |
Nutrition Breakdown
| Nutrient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 502 kcal | Per 100g |
| Protein | 5 g | From wheat and milk |
| Carbohydrates | 62 g | Biscuit and chocolate |
| Fat | 26 g | From chocolate and cream filling |
| Fibre | 2 g | From wheat |
| Sugar | ~40 g | High from chocolate coating |
| Sodium | ~270 mg | From biscuit base |
What Is Tim Tam?
Tim Tams are Australia's most beloved chocolate biscuit — two layers of malted chocolate biscuit sandwiching a chocolate cream filling, enrobed in a thin chocolate coating. They were introduced by Arnott's in 1964 and named after the American thoroughbred Tim Tam that won the Kentucky Derby that year. Tim Tams are sold in over 40 countries but remain most strongly associated with Australian identity and are one of the country's most popular food exports. The Tim Tam Slam — biting both ends off a Tim Tam and using it as a straw to sip hot coffee or tea — is a beloved Australian ritual that causes the inside to melt just before it collapses into your mouth. The experience has been described as one of the great simple pleasures of Australian life. Variants include Dark Chocolate, White Chocolate, Chewy Caramel, Double Coat, Choc Mint, and seasonal limited editions. A standard packet contains 11 biscuits.
Tim Tam Calories Guide
One Tim Tam (19g) contains approximately 95 calories — a number that seems modest but escalates rapidly when reaching for 'just one more.' A standard 11-biscuit packet contains approximately 1,047 calories in total. The most common serving mistake is treating a Tim Tam as a light snack rather than a calorie-dense biscuit.
Tim Tam for Weight Loss
Tim Tams are high in sugar and fat and not a weight-loss food. However, one Tim Tam (95 kcal) as an intentional daily treat can fit within most calorie plans without derailing progress. The danger is the package — opening a packet and eating while distracted makes it very easy to consume five or six (475–570 kcal) without realising. Pre-portioning two biscuits (191 kcal) and putting the packet away is the most effective strategy.
Tim Tam for Muscle Gain
No muscle-building value — primarily carbohydrate and fat with minimal protein. As an occasional social treat, one or two Tim Tams after hitting daily protein targets is perfectly reasonable.
Smart Comparison
Tim Tam vs ANZAC Biscuit: An ANZAC biscuit (~140 kcal) is higher per piece than a Tim Tam (95 kcal) but has a larger serving size. Tim Tam vs Digestive Biscuit: A digestive biscuit (~70 kcal) is lower per biscuit than a Tim Tam. Tim Tam vs Lamington: A lamington (~288 kcal) is much higher in total calories per piece.
Portion Control Advice
Pre-decide on one or two Tim Tams and put the packet in a cupboard immediately — the packet design makes it extremely easy to continue eating. A Tim Tam Slam with black coffee is actually a perfect one-biscuit portion — the ritual creates a satisfying experience that naturally limits consumption to one.
Common Mistakes
Eating directly from an open packet while watching TV — it is extremely easy to consume half a packet (602 kcal) without intending to. Not accounting for Tim Tams in daily calorie tracking because 'they're just biscuits.'
Burn This Food — Activity Equivalents
| Activity | Duration to Burn |
|---|---|
| Brisk walking | ~24 min for 1 Tim Tam |
| Jogging | ~11 min |
| Cycling | ~13 min |
| Swimming | ~12 min |
Healthy Alternative Tips
ANZAC biscuit — ~140 kcal
Greek yogurt with a drizzle of honey — ~120 kcal
Dark chocolate Tim Tam — slightly less sugar per biscuit
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in a Tim Tam?
One Tim Tam biscuit (19g) contains approximately 95 calories. Two Tim Tams (38g) is approximately 191 calories. A full packet of 11 Tim Tams contains approximately 1,045 calories.
What is a Tim Tam Slam?
A Tim Tam Slam is an Australian ritual where you bite off both ends of a Tim Tam biscuit and use it as a straw to sip hot coffee, hot chocolate, or tea. The liquid melts the chocolate cream filling just before the biscuit collapses, creating a distinctive experience. The Tim Tam itself does not gain extra calories from the slam.
Are Tim Tams Australian?
Yes — Tim Tams are made by Arnott's Biscuits, one of Australia's oldest and most beloved food companies. They were introduced in 1964 and are one of Australia's most recognised food exports, sold in over 40 countries.
How many Tim Tams are in a packet?
A standard packet of Tim Tams contains 11 biscuits (approximately 200g total). Some variety packs and sharing-size packs contain fewer or more biscuits.
📊 Data source note: Nutrition values are estimates based on Australian food composition databases, Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) nutrient data, and standard recipe analysis. Actual values vary by cooking method, recipe, brand, and serving size. See our Data Sources and Methodology pages.