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Chocolate-filled donut Calories
Sweet, chocolate-filled, fried dough
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Chocolate-filled donut (65 g) has 247 calories. That works out to 380 calories per 100 g. It contains 31.2 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 11.7 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Chocolate-filled donut Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 65 g
247
KCAL / 65G
Carbs
31.2g
· 11% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
11.7g
· 15% 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 51% · Protein 6% · Fat 43%
Chocolate-filled donut nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (65 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 247 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.7 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 4.81 g | 24% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 208 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.4 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-filled donut?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 65 g | 247 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 35 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 50 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 80 g | 304 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 342 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 380 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 456 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 130 g | 494 kcal |
Calculated from 380 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chocolate-filled donut
What is inside a chocolate-filled donut?
A chocolate-filled donut usually contains chocolate pastry cream, ganache, or a chocolate spread. The filling varies by recipe and bakery, so it may be smooth and creamy or thicker and more intense; the chocolate is injected into the donut rather than simply coating its outside.
How do you fill a chocolate-filled donut?
Fill a chocolate-filled donut after frying and cooling it. Put the chocolate filling in a piping bag, make a small opening in the side, and pipe it in gradually; filling a hot donut can make the chocolate runny and cause it to leak.
Is a chocolate-filled donut the same as a chocolate-glazed donut?
No. A chocolate-filled donut has chocolate inside, while a chocolate-glazed donut has chocolate on its surface. Some donuts have both, but a filling and an outer glaze are separate features.
Are chocolate-filled donuts fried or baked?
Traditional chocolate-filled donuts are fried, although baked versions are also made. Frying gives the dough its familiar soft, rich texture; baking produces a donut that is more like a sweet bun.
How should you store a chocolate-filled donut?
Keep a chocolate-filled donut in an airtight container in a cool place and eat it while fresh. If its filling contains dairy cream, refrigerate it; letting it come to room temperature before serving helps soften the dough.
Can you freeze chocolate-filled donuts?
Yes, chocolate-filled donuts can be frozen, but the dough and filling may lose some of their original texture after thawing. Wrap each donut separately, place them in a sealed freezer container, and thaw at room temperature.
Why does the filling leak out of a chocolate-filled donut?
The filling can leak when it is too warm or too thin, or when too much is piped into the donut. Let the donut cool before filling it, and add the chocolate gradually rather than forcing in a large amount.
Can you reheat a chocolate-filled donut?
Yes, you can warm a chocolate-filled donut briefly, but too much heat can make the filling run and the dough tough. Use gentle heat and check the center before eating, since the chocolate may become hotter than the outside.
Are chocolate-filled donuts the same as Boston cream donuts?
No. A Boston cream donut traditionally has custard filling and a chocolate topping, while a chocolate-filled donut has chocolate inside. Some bakeries use chocolate cream in their Boston cream-style donuts, so the filling can vary.
Can people with diabetes eat chocolate-filled donuts?
People with diabetes can include a chocolate-filled donut in some meal plans, but its refined dough and sweet filling can raise blood glucose. The portion and timing matter; people adjusting food around medication should ask their clinician or dietitian for personal guidance.
Chocolate-filled donut Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
B3
0.78mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.43µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Sodium
208mg · 9% DV
Selenium
4.68µg · 9% DV
Iron
1.37mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
78mg · 2% DV
Chocolate-filled donut Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chocolate-filled donut
To burn the 247 calories in 1 piece (medium) (65 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Chocolate-filled donut?
A Chocolate-filled donut is made from dough that is fried and then filled with chocolate cream or another chocolate filling. Donuts are strongly associated with American bakeries, though filled versions are enjoyed in many places. The outside is lightly crisp or tender, while the soft, airy crumb gives way to a sweet, rich centre. It is commonly eaten as a bakery treat, snack or breakfast pastry, often with coffee; elsewhere, tea or milk makes an easy pairing. It is energy-dense and provides relatively little protein or fibre: 100 g contains 380 calories. For a lighter snack, choose one medium piece and pair it with an unsweetened drink.
How Nutritious Is Chocolate-filled 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-filled 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-filled donut Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chocolate-filled donut Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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-filled donut Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.81g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 45.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (45.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.