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Dulce de Leche Donut Calories
Sweet donut filled with milk caramel
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Dulce de Leche Donut (75 g) has 306 calories. That works out to 408 calories per 100 g. It contains 43.7 g of carbs, 4.4 g of protein, 13.1 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B1 covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Dulce de Leche Donut Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
306
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
43.7g
· 16% DV
Protein
4.4g
· 9% DV
Fat
13.1g
· 17% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 6% · Fat 38%
Dulce de Leche Donut nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (75 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 306 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.1 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 4.57 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 251 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 43.7 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% |
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 Dulce de Leche Donut?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 75 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 35 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 224 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 125 g | 510 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 150 g | 612 kcal |
Calculated from 408 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dulce de Leche Donut
What is a dulce de leche donut?
A dulce de leche donut is a doughnut filled with, or topped with, thick caramelized milk spread. It is commonly made with soft yeast-raised dough and may be fried or baked.
What is dulce de leche filling made of in a dulce de leche donut?
Dulce de leche is made by slowly cooking milk and sugar until they thicken and turn caramel-brown. In a dulce de leche donut, it provides a creamy, concentrated filling rather than a hard caramel center.
Is a dulce de leche donut the same as a caramel donut?
No. A dulce de leche donut is filled with milk cooked with sugar, while caramel donuts may use caramelized sugar combined with cream or butter. Dulce de leche usually tastes milkier and has a thick, spreadable texture.
How do you make a dulce de leche donut at home?
Make and proof yeast-raised dough, shape it, then fry or bake the donuts. Let them cool before piping dulce de leche into the center; filling hot donuts can make the spread runny and the dough soggy.
Why does dulce de leche leak out of a donut?
Dulce de leche can leak from a donut if the filling is too loose, the opening is too large, or the donut is overfilled. Use a thick filling and pipe it into a fully cooled donut in a controlled amount.
Is a dulce de leche donut fried or baked?
A dulce de leche donut can be either fried or baked. Frying gives the dough a more traditional golden exterior, while baking produces a softer finish; the dulce de leche is usually added after cooking.
How should you serve a dulce de leche donut?
Serve a dulce de leche donut at room temperature, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or finished with a little extra dulce de leche. Coffee or unsweetened tea pairs well with its rich, sweet filling.
How should you store a dulce de leche donut, and how long does it last?
Store a dulce de leche donut in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within about two days for the best quality. Let it sit briefly at room temperature before serving, since chilling firms the dough.
Can you reheat a dulce de leche donut?
Yes, you can warm a dulce de leche donut briefly in the microwave. Use only a few seconds at a time, since overheating can make the filling runny and soften the dough too much.
Can you freeze a dulce de leche donut?
Yes, a dulce de leche donut can be frozen, though the dough may lose some of its original texture after thawing. Wrap the donuts individually, freeze them airtight, and thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
Dulce de Leche Donut Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
Folate
54µg · 14% DV
B3
1.95mg · 12% DV
B2
0.15mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
94mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.26mg · 11% DV
Sodium
251mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
109mg · 3% DV
Dulce de Leche Donut Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Dulce de Leche Donut
To burn the 306 calories in 1 piece (medium) (75 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 Dulce de Leche Donut?
A Dulce de Leche Donut is a soft doughnut filled with dulce de leche, a thick, caramel-like cream made by slowly cooking milk and sugar. The dough is commonly leavened and fried, giving the pastry its tender centre and lightly browned exterior. Dulce de leche is especially associated with Latin American sweets, while filled doughnuts are enjoyed in many parts of the world.
The filling is rich and sweet, so the donut is usually served as a treat with coffee or tea rather than as an everyday breakfast. Its nutrition is led by carbohydrates and fat, with comparatively little protein or fibre; one medium piece weighs about 75 g. Pair it with unsweetened coffee or tea to balance the sweetness, or share it as a small dessert.
How Nutritious Is Dulce de Leche 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 Dulce de Leche 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 Dulce de Leche Donut Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Dulce de Leche 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
Dulce de Leche Donut Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.57g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 42.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (42.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.