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Lemon donut Calories
Sweet lemon-flavored donut pastry
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Lemon donut (75 g) has 316 calories. That works out to 421 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.8 g of carbs, 4 g of protein, 16.3 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 8.3 µg of Selenium covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Lemon donut Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
316
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
38.8g
· 14% DV
Protein
4g
· 8% DV
Fat
16.3g
· 21% 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 49% · Protein 5% · Fat 46%
Lemon donut nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (75 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 316 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.3 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 6.07 g | 30% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 240 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.8 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 4 g | 8% |
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 donut?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 75 g | 316 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 118 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 38 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 189 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 316 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 95 g | 400 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 421 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 505 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 150 g | 632 kcal |
Calculated from 421 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lemon donut
How do you make a lemon donut?
A lemon donut is made by adding lemon zest, juice, or flavoring to donut batter or dough, then frying or baking it. Many versions are finished with lemon glaze. Recipes vary: a yeast-raised donut is airy, while a cake donut is denser.
What is in a lemon donut?
A lemon donut commonly contains flour, sugar, eggs, milk or butter, a leavening agent or yeast, and lemon zest or flavoring. Some have lemon cream filling, while others are plain inside and topped with lemon glaze.
Are lemon donuts fried or baked?
Lemon donuts can be either fried or baked. Yeast-raised donuts are commonly fried, while baked versions are often closer to cake donuts in texture. The lemon flavor usually comes from zest, juice, flavoring, or a combination.
Why is my lemon donut dry or dense?
A lemon donut can turn dry if it is overbaked or left exposed to air, and cake-style batter can become dense if overmixed. Measure wet ingredients carefully, mix only until combined, and store finished donuts in a covered container.
How should you store lemon donuts?
Store a lemon donut in an airtight container at room temperature and eat it while fresh. If it has a perishable cream filling, refrigerate it in a covered container instead. Refrigeration can firm up the dough, so let it sit briefly before serving.
Can you freeze lemon donuts?
Yes, lemon donuts can be frozen. Wrap them individually and place them in an airtight freezer container; thaw at room temperature. Glaze may become sticky after thawing, so freeze the donuts without glaze when possible and add it afterward.
What is the difference between a lemon yeast donut and a lemon cake donut?
A lemon yeast donut is made with yeast dough and has a lighter, springier crumb; a lemon cake donut uses chemical leavening and is usually denser and more tender. Both can have lemon zest or glaze, but their textures differ.
Can you make lemon donuts without frying them?
Yes, lemon donuts can be baked in a donut pan instead of fried. Baked versions are usually more cake-like and less airy than fried yeast donuts. Add lemon zest to the batter and apply the glaze only after they have cooled.
What goes on top of a lemon donut?
Lemon glaze is a common topping for a lemon donut; it is usually made by mixing powdered sugar with a little lemon juice. Some versions also use lemon zest or a light dusting of powdered sugar.
Does a lemon donut have lemon filling?
Not necessarily. Many lemon donuts get their citrus flavor from zest or glaze and have no filling, while some bakery versions are filled with lemon curd or lemon cream. Look for “filled” in the product description if you want a center filling.
Lemon donut Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.17mg · 14% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
B3
1.42mg · 9% DV
Vitamin E
1.2mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Selenium
8.25µg · 15% DV
Sodium
240mg · 10% DV
Iron
1.58mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
89mg · 3% DV
Lemon donut Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Lemon donut
To burn the 316 calories in 1 piece (medium) (75 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 Lemon donut?
A Lemon donut is a sweet doughnut flavoured with lemon, often finished with a citrus glaze or made with lemon zest or flavouring in the dough. Doughnuts became especially popular in North America and are now found in bakeries and cafés around the world; recipes and toppings vary from shop to shop.
Expect a soft, airy bite and a sweet taste lifted by a bright citrus note. It is commonly enjoyed as a bakery treat with coffee, or as a snack to share, rather than as a substantial meal. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates and fat, with relatively little fibre or protein. For a lighter-feeling snack, choose one medium piece and pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Lemon 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 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 donut Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Lemon 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 donut Fat Profile
SATURATED
6.07g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 146.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (146.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.