Old-Fashioned Sour Cream Doughnut

Old-Fashioned Sour Cream Doughnut recipe videos

An Old-Fashioned Sour Cream Doughnut is a classic American cake doughnut characterized by its irregular, cracked surface and tender, slightly dense interior. The dough is leavened with baking powder and enriched with sour cream, which adds moisture and a subtle tang, and it's traditionally deep-fried and finished with a simple sugar glaze or a dusting of cinnamon sugar.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This is a high-carbohydrate and high-fat treat, with the primary nutrients being refined flour and sugar, and fats from frying and the sour cream. A single glazed doughnut typically contains around 300-400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	310 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	38 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	220 mg
Calcium	40 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Potassium	90 mg
Vitamin A	120 IU
Vitamin D	0.2 mcg
Thiamin (B1)	0.15 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.2 mg
Folate	45 mcg

Per 1 doughnut (80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a nostalgic, homestyle baking tradition in the U.S., often associated with local bakeries and diners rather than large chains. Nutritionally, the use of sour cream is unique as it tenderizes the gluten and adds a pleasant tang that balances the sweetness of the glaze.