Fried Doughnuts
Fried doughnuts are a beloved sweet treat made from a simple dough of flour, sugar, eggs, and yeast or baking powder, which is deep-fried until golden and often finished with a glaze, sugar coating, or filling. While enjoyed worldwide, their origins are often traced to early European and Dutch settlers in North America, evolving into the iconic rings and filled varieties we know today.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Doughnuts are high in carbohydrates and fat due to the refined flour and frying process, providing quick energy but limited essential nutrients. A single glazed doughnut typically contains around 200-300 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 14 g |
| Sodium | 220 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Calcium | 40 mg |
| Potassium | 80 mg |
| Magnesium | 10 mg |
| Phosphorus | 60 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.15 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.5 mg |
| Folate | 30 mcg |
Per 1 medium doughnut (approx. 60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, doughnuts have become a symbol of comfort and celebration, famously associated with the U.S. police stereotype and National Doughnut Day. Nutritionally, they are an example of 'empty calories,' offering enjoyment with minimal protein, fiber, or vitamins.
