Food guide

Glazed Doughnut

Glazed Doughnut is a staple grain, bread or cereal that supplies everyday energy.

Whole GrainsPlant-Based

Glazed Doughnut, a nutrient-dense whole grains food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of glazed doughnut for fair comparison. Typical serving: 50 g — 211 kcal per 50 g serving.

Nutrition information for Glazed Doughnut
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (50 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	422 kcal	211 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	6.2 g	3.1 g	1.5 g
Carbohydrate	48 g	24 g	11.4 g
Fat	22.8 g	11.4 g	5.4 g
Fibre	2.2 g	1.1 g	0.5 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of glazed doughnut, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Glazed Doughnut
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (50 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	5 µg	2.5 µg	<1%
Vitamin C	1.2 mg	0.6 mg	1%
Vitamin D	0.1 µg	0.05 µg	<1%
Vitamin E	1.4 mg	0.7 mg	9%
Vitamin K	34.4 µg	17.2 µg	29%
Thiamin	0.31 mg	0.16 mg	26%
Riboflavin	0.19 mg	0.095 mg	15%
Niacin	2.6 mg	1.3 mg	16%
Vitamin B6	0.037 mg	0.019 mg	2%
Folate	155 µg	77.5 µg	39%
Vitamin B12	0.11 µg	0.055 µg	5%
Pantothenic acid	0.21 mg	0.11 mg	4%
Choline	29.1 mg	14.6 mg	5%
Minerals
Calcium	101 mg	50.5 mg	8%
Iron	2.4 mg	1.2 mg	13%
Magnesium	17 mg	8.5 mg	4%
Phosphorus	117 mg	58.5 mg	9%
Potassium	102 mg	51 mg	2%
Sodium	316 mg	158 mg	14%
Zinc	0.61 mg	0.31 mg	6%
Selenium	15.7 µg	7.9 µg	29%
Copper	0.088 mg	0.044 mg	10%
Manganese	0.31 mg	0.16 mg	13%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Doughnuts, yeast-leavened, glazed, enriched (includes honey buns)

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat glazed doughnut?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
Glazed Doughnut is a staple grain, bread or cereal that supplies everyday energy.

How to include it

Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
Typical pairing ideas: Beans, Eggs, Vegetables.

Things to consider

Easy to over-consume relative to hunger; treat as an occasional or measured item.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.