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Plain cake donut Calories
Sweet fried cake-style donut; energy-dense and made with refined flour and sugar.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Plain cake donut (60 g) has 256 calories. That works out to 426 calories per 100 g. It contains 30.8 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 13.7 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 76 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Plain cake donut Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
256
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
30.8g
· 11% DV
Protein
3.1g
· 6% DV
Fat
13.7g
· 18% 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 48% · Protein 5% · Fat 47%
Plain cake donut nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 256 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.7 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 3.36 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 196 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 30.8 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% |
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 Plain cake donut?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 119 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 30 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 75 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 90 g | 383 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 426 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 511 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 180 g | 767 kcal |
Calculated from 426 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Plain cake donut
What is a plain cake donut?
A plain cake donut is a ring-shaped fried pastry with a tender, cake-like crumb and no filling or coating. Unlike yeast-raised donuts, it typically gets its rise from baking powder or another chemical leavener rather than yeast.
What is the difference between a plain cake donut and a yeast donut?
A plain cake donut is chemically leavened and usually has a denser, more crumbly texture; a yeast donut rises through fermentation and tends to be lighter and chewier. The cake version also generally takes less time to prepare.
What ingredients are in a plain cake donut?
A plain cake donut is commonly made with flour, sugar, eggs, milk or another dairy ingredient, fat, and a leavener such as baking powder. Recipes vary, and some include vanilla or spices even when the donut has no topping.
How do you make plain cake donuts at home?
To make plain cake donuts, mix a cake-style dough with a leavener, shape it into rings, and fry the rings until cooked through and golden. Mix only until the ingredients come together; overworking the dough can make the donuts tough.
Why do plain cake donuts crack on top?
Plain cake donuts can crack when the outside sets before the center has finished expanding, often because the frying oil is too hot. Keeping the oil at a steady, moderate temperature helps them cook more evenly.
How should you store plain cake donuts?
Store plain cake donuts in an airtight container at room temperature once they have cooled completely. They are best eaten fresh, since exposure to air dries them out; refrigeration can also make their crumb feel stale sooner.
Can you freeze plain cake donuts?
Yes, plain cake donuts freeze well. Cool them completely, wrap them individually, and place them in a sealed freezer-safe container. Thaw before serving, then warm briefly if you want to bring back some softness.
How do you reheat a plain cake donut without drying it out?
Warm a plain cake donut briefly in the microwave or in a low oven, and check it often. Gentle heat can soften the crumb, but prolonged heating quickly dries it out; let it cool slightly before eating.
Can you bake plain cake donuts instead of frying them?
Yes, you can bake plain cake donuts in a donut pan. Baked donuts have a softer, more cake-like exterior rather than the browned crust of a fried donut, so use a recipe designed for baking instead of simply changing the cooking method.
Are plain cake donuts healthier than yeast donuts?
No, a plain cake donut is not automatically healthier than a yeast donut. Both are sweet pastries, and a cake donut is often fried too; compare the specific recipes and serving sizes rather than assuming one style is a lighter choice.
Plain cake donut Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B3
1.26mg · 8% DV
Vitamin E
1.14mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Selenium
6.6µg · 12% DV
Sodium
196mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
53mg · 8% DV
Iron
1.26mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
76mg · 2% DV
Plain cake donut Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Plain cake donut
To burn the 256 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 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 Plain cake donut?
A plain cake donut is made from a sweet, baking-powder-raised batter rather than yeast dough, shaped into a ring and fried. This cake-style doughnut is especially familiar in the United States; the plain version is usually served without a filling or a thick coating of icing.
Its outside is lightly crisp, while the inside is soft and close-textured, with a straightforward sweetness. It is commonly enjoyed with coffee in the US and works just as well as an occasional treat alongside tea elsewhere. Made with refined flour and sugar and fried, it is energy-dense, with relatively little fibre. Pair it with unsweetened coffee or tea if you want to balance the sweetness, or share one as a modest snack rather than adding a sugary topping.
How Nutritious Is Plain cake 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 Plain cake 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 Plain cake donut Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Plain cake 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
Plain cake donut Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.36g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 144:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (144:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.