Chocolate Glazed Cake Doughnut

Chocolate Glazed Cake Doughnut recipe videos

A Chocolate Glazed Cake Doughnut is a dense, moist, cake-like fried pastry, distinct from the lighter yeast-raised variety. It's typically made from a batter containing flour, sugar, eggs, and cocoa powder, then fried and coated in a sweet, shiny chocolate glaze. This classic treat is a staple in American bakeries and doughnut shops.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This is a high-carbohydrate and high-fat food, providing quick energy but little protein. A single doughnut can contain roughly 250-350 calories, with significant amounts of sugar and saturated fat from the frying process and glaze.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	22 g
Sodium	280 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Calcium	40 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg
Vitamin A	20 µg
Thiamin (B1)	0.15 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.5 mg
Folate	35 µg

Per 1 doughnut (approx. 85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents the iconic American doughnut shop experience, often paired with coffee. Nutritionally, its cake-like texture comes from a batter leavened with baking powder, making it a denser, more substantial treat compared to airy yeast doughnuts.