Jelly Doughnut

A jelly doughnut is a fried or baked pastry, typically round and filled with fruit jam or jelly, often dusted with powdered sugar. Originating from European traditions, it's a beloved sweet treat found in bakeries worldwide.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This treat is high in carbohydrates and fat, providing quick energy but limited protein or fiber. A standard serving contains roughly 200-300 calories, with most nutrients coming from refined flour and sugar.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	38 g
Fat	13 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	220 mg
Potassium	80 mg
Iron	1.8 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Vitamin A	10 mcg
Vitamin C	0 mg
Vitamin D	0.2 mcg
Thiamin (B1)	0.2 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.5 mg

Per 1 doughnut (75 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, jelly doughnuts are central to festive occasions like Hanukkah (as sufganiyot) and New Year's celebrations in various countries, symbolizing sweetness and good fortune.