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Glazed donut Calories
Classic round donut with sweet sugar glaze
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Glazed donut (52 g) has 213 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.1 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 10.4 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 76 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Glazed donut Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 52 g
213
KCAL / 52G
Carbs
28.1g
· 10% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
10.4g
· 13% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 4% · Fat 44%
Glazed donut nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (52 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 213 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.4 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 3.9 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.31 g | |
| Sodium | 177 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.1 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% |
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 Glazed donut?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 52 g | 213 kcal |
| 1 piece (quarter) | 19 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 26 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 38 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 287 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 90 g | 369 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 104 g | 426 kcal |
| 1 pack (triple) | 156 g | 640 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Glazed donut
What is a glazed donut made of?
A glazed donut is usually made from dough containing flour, yeast, sugar, milk, eggs, and fat, then topped with a thin sweet glaze. The glaze commonly combines powdered sugar with a small amount of liquid, such as water or milk.
How do you make glazed donuts at home?
To make glazed donuts, prepare and proof a yeast dough, shape it into rings, and fry the rings until cooked. Let them cool before dipping them in glaze; glazing them while hot can make the coating run off.
How do you make the glaze for a glazed donut?
Mix powdered sugar with small additions of water or milk until the glaze is smooth and pourable. Dip the cooled glazed donut in the mixture, let excess glaze drip off, and leave it on a rack until the coating sets.
Why does the glaze on a glazed donut melt?
The glaze on a glazed donut can soften or melt when it gets warm, or when the donut is glazed before it has cooled. Let the donut cool first and store it away from heat to help the coating stay in place.
How should you store glazed donuts?
Store glazed donuts in an airtight container at room temperature to help keep them soft. Refrigeration can make the dough dry or firm sooner, and stacking the donuts may smear their glaze.
Can you freeze glazed donuts?
Yes, you can freeze glazed donuts, though the glaze may look or feel different after thawing. Wrap each donut separately, place them in a sealed freezer-safe container, and thaw them at room temperature before serving.
Can you reheat a glazed donut?
Yes, a glazed donut can be briefly reheated in a microwave, but too much heat can make the sugar coating runny and unevenly hot. Warm it in short intervals and let it cool slightly before eating.
What is the difference between a glazed donut and an old-fashioned donut?
A glazed donut is defined by its sweet, usually smooth sugar coating and may have a light yeast-raised texture. An old-fashioned donut is typically a denser cake-style donut with a craggy, crisp exterior, even when it also has glaze.
Are glazed donuts fried or baked?
Traditional glazed donuts are usually fried, which gives them a tender interior and browned outside. Baked versions can also be made at home, but their texture is more like a small cake than a classic fried donut.
Are glazed donuts unhealthy?
Glazed donuts are a sweet treat rather than a nutrient-dense everyday food, because they combine a sugary coating with refined dough. Having one occasionally can fit into a varied diet; eating them often may make it harder to limit added sugar.
Glazed donut Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
B3
0.62mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.04µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
177mg · 8% DV
Selenium
3.12µg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
23mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.57mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
Glazed donut Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Glazed donut
To burn the 213 calories in 1 piece (medium) (52 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 Glazed donut?
A glazed donut is a soft, round piece of sweet dough, usually fried and coated with a thin sugar glaze. The familiar style is closely associated with American doughnut shops, where it is sold alongside filled and iced varieties; its simple, shiny coating keeps the dough itself at the centre.
In the United States and Canada, it’s a common bakery or coffee-shop treat, often eaten with coffee, while elsewhere it’s generally enjoyed as an occasional snack rather than a meal. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates and fat, with little fibre or protein; one medium piece is a convenient portion. Pair it with unsweetened coffee or tea if you’d like to balance its sweetness.
How Nutritious Is Glazed 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 Glazed 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 Glazed donut Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Glazed 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
Glazed donut Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.56g
Omega 6:3 ratio 57:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (57:1).
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