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Chocolate-coated cake donut Calories
High in sugar and fat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Chocolate-coated cake donut (75 g) has 339 calories. That works out to 452 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.8 g of carbs, 4.1 g of protein, 18.7 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 8.3 µg of Selenium covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Chocolate-coated cake donut Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
339
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
38.8g
· 14% DV
Protein
4.1g
· 8% DV
Fat
18.7g
· 24% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 5% · Fat 49%
Chocolate-coated cake donut nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (75 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 339 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.7 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 7.57 g | 38% |
| Trans fat | 0.17 g | |
| Sodium | 308 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.8 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Chocolate-coated cake donut?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 75 g | 339 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 19 g | 86 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 38 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 203 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 271 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 75 g | 339 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 339 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 95 g | 429 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 452 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 542 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 180 g | 814 kcal |
Calculated from 452 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolate-coated cake donut
What is a chocolate-coated cake donut made of?
A chocolate-coated cake donut is made from a cake-style batter leavened with baking powder rather than yeast, then topped with chocolate. Common ingredients include flour, sugar, eggs, milk, and fat, though recipes vary.
How is a chocolate-coated cake donut different from a yeast donut?
A chocolate-coated cake donut rises with chemical leavening, while a yeast donut rises through fermentation. Cake donuts are usually denser and more crumbly; yeast donuts tend to be lighter and springier.
Is a chocolate-coated cake donut fried or baked?
A chocolate-coated cake donut can be either fried or baked. Fried versions develop a browned exterior, while baked versions are cooked in a donut pan and have a texture closer to a small cake.
How do you make a chocolate-coated cake donut at home?
Mix a cake-style donut batter, cook it in a donut pan or fry it using a suitable recipe, and let it cool completely. Dip the top in melted chocolate; cooling first helps the coating set instead of sliding off.
Why is my chocolate-coated cake donut dry or tough?
A chocolate-coated cake donut can turn dry if it is overbaked or tough if the batter is overmixed. Mix only until the dry ingredients are incorporated, and check doneness before the center has time to dry out.
How should you store a chocolate-coated cake donut?
Store a chocolate-coated cake donut in an airtight container at room temperature if it has no perishable filling. Refrigeration can dry out the cake, but a cool spot helps keep the chocolate coating from becoming too soft.
Can you freeze a chocolate-coated cake donut?
Yes, a chocolate-coated cake donut can be frozen. Wrap each donut and place them in an airtight container; thaw at room temperature. The chocolate coating may look or feel slightly different after thawing.
Why does the chocolate coating on a chocolate-coated cake donut melt or crack?
Heat can soften or melt the chocolate coating on a chocolate-coated cake donut, while abrupt temperature changes may cause cracks. Keep it in a cool, dry place and let it warm gradually if it has been chilled.
What goes well with a chocolate-coated cake donut?
A chocolate-coated cake donut pairs well with black coffee, tea, or milk. Its sweet coating and dense crumb make it easy to serve on its own, or alongside fresh fruit for a less rich-tasting combination.
Can you warm up a chocolate-coated cake donut?
Yes, you can warm a chocolate-coated cake donut briefly in a microwave to soften the crumb, but the chocolate may melt. Heat it in short bursts and check between them; warming will not restore a stale donut to fresh quality.
Chocolate-coated cake donut Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.17mg · 14% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
B3
1.42mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Selenium
8.25µg · 15% DV
Sodium
308mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
69mg · 10% DV
Iron
1.58mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
109mg · 3% DV
Chocolate-coated cake donut Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chocolate-coated cake donut
To burn the 339 calories in 1 piece (medium) (75 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Chocolate-coated cake donut?
A chocolate-coated cake donut is made from sweet, cake-like dough rather than the yeast-raised dough used for many other doughnuts. The dough is cooked and finished with a chocolate coating, giving it a tender, close-crumbed centre and a sweet chocolate shell. Cake doughnuts are especially associated with American bakeries and cafés.
It is commonly enjoyed as a snack with coffee, though it also turns up at breakfast or as a treat alongside tea. This is a rich choice, high in sugar and fat, with little fibre, so it is more of an occasional sweet than a filling snack. Share one or pair it with unsweetened coffee if you’d prefer to balance the sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Chocolate-coated cake donut?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Chocolate-coated cake donut Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Chocolate-coated cake donut Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chocolate-coated cake donut Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Chocolate-coated cake donut Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.57g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 120:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (120:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.