Glazed Doughnut Holes

Glazed doughnut holes are bite-sized, spherical pastries made from sweet yeast or cake dough, deep-fried to a golden brown and coated in a simple sugar glaze. They are a popular treat in American bakeries, coffee shops, and donut chains, often enjoyed as a snack or dessert.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These are high in carbohydrates and fat due to the dough and frying process, with minimal protein. A typical serving of 3-4 doughnut holes provides roughly 200-300 calories, primarily from refined flour and sugar.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	340 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	20 g
Sodium	280 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Potassium	80 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.15 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.8 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Vitamin A	10 mcg
Phosphorus	60 mg

Per 4 doughnut holes (80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, they represent a convenient, shareable version of the classic doughnut, often associated with coffee breaks and casual indulgence. Nutritionally, they are a quick energy source but offer little satiety, making them a classic 'sometimes' food.