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Lemon Berliner Donut Calories
Fried yeast doughnut with lemon filling
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Lemon Berliner Donut (75 g) has 269 calories. That works out to 358 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.5 g of carbs, 4.4 g of protein, 10.6 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 12 µg of Selenium covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Lemon Berliner Donut Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
269
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
39.5g
· 14% DV
Protein
4.4g
· 9% DV
Fat
10.6g
· 14% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 6% · Fat 36%
Lemon Berliner Donut nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (75 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 269 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.6 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 2.4 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 233 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.5 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1 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 Lemon Berliner Donut?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 75 g | 269 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 38 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 45 g | 161 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 95 g | 340 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 358 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 430 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 150 g | 537 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 150 g | 537 kcal |
Calculated from 358 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lemon Berliner Donut
What is a Lemon Berliner Donut?
A Lemon Berliner Donut is a German-style fried yeast doughnut filled with a lemon-flavored filling. It is often finished with powdered sugar, and the filling may be lemon curd, lemon cream, or a lemon jam depending on the recipe.
Where did the Lemon Berliner Donut come from?
The Lemon Berliner Donut is a lemon-filled variation of the Berliner, a filled yeast pastry associated with Germany. Similar pastries have different names across German-speaking regions; the lemon version adds a citrus filling to the familiar doughnut style.
What filling is inside a Lemon Berliner Donut?
A Lemon Berliner Donut is usually filled with lemon curd, lemon cream, or lemon jam. The exact filling varies by bakery and recipe, so one may have a smooth, creamy center while another has a thicker, fruitier filling.
How is a Lemon Berliner Donut made?
A Lemon Berliner Donut is made from risen yeast dough that is shaped and fried, then filled with lemon-flavored cream or jam. Bakers commonly pipe the filling into the cooked dough through a small opening before dusting the top with sugar.
Why is the filling added after frying a Lemon Berliner Donut?
The filling is usually added after frying a Lemon Berliner Donut so it stays inside the cooked pastry rather than leaking into the hot oil. A baker pipes it through a small hole in the side or bottom of the doughnut.
How is a Lemon Berliner Donut different from a jelly doughnut?
A Lemon Berliner Donut is a type of filled yeast doughnut, but its defining feature is lemon-flavored filling. Jelly doughnuts may contain many kinds of fruit preserves, while a Berliner is associated with a particular German-style dough and preparation.
Can a Lemon Berliner Donut be baked instead of fried?
Yes, a Lemon Berliner Donut can be made with baked yeast dough, but it will not have the same lightly crisp exterior as the traditional fried version. The lemon filling is generally added after baking so it does not spill out.
How should you store a Lemon Berliner Donut?
Store a Lemon Berliner Donut in a covered container in a cool place, and refrigerate it if the filling is cream-based. Chilling can firm up the dough, so letting it sit briefly at room temperature before eating can improve its texture.
Can you freeze a Lemon Berliner Donut?
Yes, you can freeze a Lemon Berliner Donut, although the fried dough may be softer after thawing. Wrap it well to limit freezer exposure and thaw it in the refrigerator; avoid leaving a cream-filled doughnut at room temperature for long.
What goes well with a Lemon Berliner Donut?
Coffee or unsweetened tea pairs well with a Lemon Berliner Donut because their bitterness balances the sweet dough and tangy filling. Serve it as a snack or dessert, rather than adding another rich or sugary accompaniment.
Lemon Berliner Donut Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
Biotin
3.9µg · 13% DV
Folate
51µg · 13% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
12µg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.24mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
72mg · 10% DV
Sodium
233mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
87mg · 3% DV
Lemon Berliner Donut Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Lemon Berliner Donut
To burn the 269 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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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Lemon Berliner Donut?
A Lemon Berliner Donut is a German-style, yeasted doughnut fried until golden and filled with lemon-flavoured cream or filling. Berliners are popular across Germany, with regional names and many fillings; the lemon version balances the soft, rich dough with a bright citrus note.
It is usually enjoyed as a bakery treat with coffee or tea, whether bought from a bakery in Germany or shared as a sweet snack elsewhere. Expect a lightly crisp exterior, a pillowy centre and a smooth, tangy filling. Fried dough and filling make it a carbohydrate- and fat-rich treat, with 358 calories per 100 g. For a lighter serving, split one to share and pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Lemon Berliner 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 Lemon Berliner Donut 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 Lemon Berliner Donut Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Lemon Berliner 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
Lemon Berliner Donut Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.8g
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.