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Chocolate-drizzled donut Calories
Sweet pastry high in sugar and saturated fat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Chocolate-drizzled donut (70 g) has 282 calories. That works out to 403 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.9 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 13.1 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B1 covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Chocolate-drizzled donut Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 70 g
282
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
37.9g
· 14% DV
Protein
3.6g
· 7% DV
Fat
13.1g
· 17% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 5% · Fat 42%
Chocolate-drizzled donut nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (70 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 282 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.1 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 4.97 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 267 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.9 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% |
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-drizzled donut?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 70 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 35 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 70 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 95 g | 383 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 403 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 125 g | 504 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 140 g | 564 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 210 g | 846 kcal |
Calculated from 403 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolate-drizzled donut
How do you make a chocolate-drizzled donut?
A chocolate-drizzled donut is usually made by frying a yeast-raised ring of dough, then adding melted chocolate or chocolate sauce on top. Let the donut cool before drizzling so the topping stays in place instead of running off.
Is a chocolate-drizzled donut fried or baked?
Traditional chocolate-drizzled donuts are fried, though baked versions are also made. Frying gives the dough its familiar airy texture and browned exterior; a baked version tends to be more cake-like.
Does a chocolate-drizzled donut have filling inside?
Usually, no: a chocolate-drizzled donut has chocolate on the outside and a plain, ring-shaped interior. Some bakeries sell filled versions too, so check the cut surface or menu description if you want to know whether it contains cream or jam.
How should you store a chocolate-drizzled donut?
Keep a chocolate-drizzled donut in an airtight container at room temperature and eat it soon for the best texture. Refrigeration can make the dough go stale faster; refrigerate it if it has a perishable cream filling.
Can you freeze a chocolate-drizzled donut?
Yes, you can freeze a chocolate-drizzled donut, although the topping may lose its shine and the dough may soften after thawing. Wrap it airtight, thaw it at room temperature, and warm it briefly if you prefer it soft.
How do you make chocolate sauce for a chocolate-drizzled donut?
Melt chopped chocolate with a little cream or milk over low heat, stirring until smooth, to make a simple topping for a chocolate-drizzled donut. Let the sauce cool slightly before drizzling so it clings instead of running straight off.
Can you reheat a chocolate-drizzled donut?
Yes, you can briefly warm a chocolate-drizzled donut in a microwave, but use short intervals because the chocolate topping melts quickly. For a crisper exterior, warm it in an oven instead and keep an eye on the sauce.
What is the difference between a chocolate-drizzled donut and a chocolate-glazed donut?
A chocolate-drizzled donut has a thinner, usually striped or irregular topping, while a chocolate-glazed donut is coated more evenly in a layer of chocolate glaze. Bakery names are not standardized, so the actual amount and style of topping can vary.
Can a chocolate-drizzled donut fit into a weight-loss diet?
A chocolate-drizzled donut can fit occasionally, but it is easy to eat quickly and may not keep you full for long. Its high sugar and saturated fat content make it less useful as an everyday snack than a more filling option.
Chocolate-drizzled donut Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B3
2.03mg · 13% DV
Folate
50.4µg · 13% DV
B2
0.15mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
8.47µg · 15% DV
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Sodium
267mg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
78mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
122mg · 4% DV
Chocolate-drizzled donut Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chocolate-drizzled donut
To burn the 282 calories in 1 piece (medium) (70 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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-drizzled donut?
A chocolate-drizzled donut is a ring-shaped yeast dough pastry that is fried and finished with chocolate sauce. Donuts are especially associated with the United States, though they have counterparts in older European fried-dough traditions. The soft, springy interior and sweet chocolate topping make it a familiar bakery and café treat.
In the US, donuts are often picked up for breakfast or enjoyed with coffee; elsewhere, they’re commonly served as a snack or dessert with coffee or tea. This is an energy-dense sweet pastry, high in sugar and saturated fat, rather than a filling source of fibre. If you’d like a lighter treat, share one or pair it with unsweetened coffee or tea instead of another sweet drink.
How Nutritious Is Chocolate-drizzled 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-drizzled donut Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-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-drizzled donut Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chocolate-drizzled 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-drizzled donut Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.97g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 49.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (49.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.