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Jam doughnut Calories
Sweet fried dough pastry filled with jam
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Jam doughnut (80 g) has 302 calories. That works out to 377 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.2 g of carbs, 4.5 g of protein, 14.7 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B1 covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Jam doughnut Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
302
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
38.2g
· 14% DV
Protein
4.5g
· 9% DV
Fat
14.7g
· 19% 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 50% · Protein 6% · Fat 44%
Jam doughnut nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 302 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.7 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 4.08 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 232 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.2 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 4.5 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 Jam doughnut?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 302 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 20 g | 75 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 40 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 55 g | 207 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 302 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 377 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 110 g | 415 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 140 g | 528 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 603 kcal |
Calculated from 377 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jam doughnut
What is a jam doughnut?
A jam doughnut is a soft, yeasted dough pastry fried and filled with jam, often finished with sugar. Unlike a ring doughnut, it is usually round and has no hole through the middle.
How do you make a jam doughnut?
A jam doughnut is made by proofing yeasted dough, frying it until golden, and piping jam into the cooled pastry. It is commonly rolled in sugar while still slightly warm so the coating sticks.
How do you fill a jam doughnut without making a mess?
A jam doughnut is easiest to fill with a piping bag fitted with a narrow nozzle. Make a small opening in the side, insert the nozzle, and squeeze gently; thick jam with few large fruit pieces is less likely to leak.
Is a jam doughnut the same as a jelly doughnut?
Usually, yes: a jam doughnut and a jelly doughnut are both filled doughnuts, but the names reflect regional wording and the filling can differ. In the United States, “jelly” often means a smooth fruit spread, while jam may contain fruit pieces.
Why does a jam doughnut have no hole?
A jam doughnut has no hole because its center is reserved for the filling. The round shape leaves room for jam to be piped inside after frying, unlike ring doughnuts, which are shaped with a hole before cooking.
Where did the jam doughnut originate?
The jam doughnut does not have one universally agreed place of origin. Filled fried dough has long traditions in several European countries, including Germany’s Berliner, while the doughnut forms familiar in English-speaking countries developed along their own paths.
Can you bake a jam doughnut instead of frying it?
Yes, you can bake a jam doughnut, but it will have a softer, more bread-like texture and less of the crisp exterior associated with frying. Bake the dough first, let it cool, then pipe in the jam.
How should you store a jam doughnut?
A jam doughnut is best eaten on the day it is made. Keep it in an airtight container at room temperature for short-term storage; refrigerate it if you need to keep it longer, though chilling can make the dough firmer.
Can you freeze a jam doughnut?
Yes, a jam doughnut can be frozen, although the texture may be softer or drier after thawing. Wrap each one well, thaw at room temperature, and warm it briefly if you want to soften the dough before serving.
What goes well with a jam doughnut?
Coffee or tea pairs well with a jam doughnut because their unsweetened, slightly bitter flavors balance the sweet filling and sugar coating. It can also be served with fresh fruit for a simple dessert plate.
Jam doughnut Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.19mg · 16% DV
B2
0.15mg · 12% DV
Biotin
3.2µg · 11% DV
B3
1.68mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
8.8µg · 16% DV
Sodium
232mg · 10% DV
Iron
1.68mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
58mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
101mg · 3% DV
Jam doughnut Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Jam doughnut
To burn the 302 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):
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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 Jam doughnut?
A Jam doughnut is a soft, usually yeast-raised pastry that is fried and filled with fruit jam. It is a familiar bakery treat in many countries, with regional variations in its shape, filling and finish; some are dusted with sugar, while others have a simple glazed coating.
The outside is lightly crisp and the centre tender, with a sweet pocket of jam. It is commonly enjoyed as a snack or alongside coffee or tea rather than as an everyday staple. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates and fat, with relatively little fibre or protein. For a smaller treat, share one or pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Jam doughnut?
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 Jam doughnut 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 Jam doughnut Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Jam doughnut 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
Jam doughnut Fat Profile
SATURATED
4.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.76g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.96g
Omega 6:3 ratio 136:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (136:1).
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