Dunkin’ Jelly Munchkin Nutrition Facts & Calories
When it comes to these bite-sized sweet snacks, it can be a little tough to eat just one. Yet, in terms of nutrition facts and calories, one Munchkin is considered a single serving size.
Each jellly-filled donut hole contains 60 calories, 3 grams fat, 8 grams carbs, and one gram protein. These donuts are made with zero trans fat and zero dietary cholesterol.
Read this post for a complete overview of the calories, nutrition facts, and ingredients in Jelly Munchkins®.
Calories and Nutrition Facts
Nutrition facts are based on one serving, measured as a single donut hole. I weighed our order of jelly and glazed Munchkins. The average weight of a single Munchkin is 0.5 ounces (about 14 grams).
Calories
Each serving has 60 calories. Half of the total calories are derived from carbohydrates. Fat makes up about 42% of total calories and the remaining 8% is from protein.
- Carbs: 30 calories
- Fat: 25 calories
- Protein: 5 calories
- Total: 60 calories per donut hole
The caloric breakout by nutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts label provided by Dunkin’. Calories may vary by location and/or supplier.
Fat
One small donut hole has 3 grams total fat, including 1.5 grams saturated fat.
The general dietary recommendation is to limit calories from saturated fat to less than 10% of total calories. The 1.5 grams of saturated fat in one Jelly Munchkin delivers 14 calories, which is 8% of the daily value (based on a 2,000 calorie diet).
Calculate % Daily Value
Here is how to calculate that daily value:
- 10% of 2,000 calories = 200 calories (limit from saturated fat)
- 1.5g saturated fat x 9 calories per gram = 14 calories
- 14 calories is about 7-8% of the 200 calorie limit
While 1.5 grams may not seem like much, remember that it’s based on a single measured serving size. If you eat more than one jelly-filled Munchkin, the total calories from saturated fat will increase proportionately.
Saturated Fat is found in processed meats, burgers, plant oils, spreads and cheeses, animal fats, baked goods, and other commercially processed foods. The FDA recommends choosing foods lower in saturated fat.
Calories Based on Number of Munchkins
For example, here are the total grams and calories from saturated fat based on different quantities of Munchkins consumed:
- 1 Munchkin: 1.5g saturated fat (14 calories)
- 3 Munchkins: 4.5g saturated fat (41 calories)
- 5 Munchkins: 7.5g saturated fat (68 calories)
- 9 Munchkins: 13.5g saturated fat (122 calories)
Sugars
As mentioned above, carbohydrates make up half of the total calories. Of the 8 grams of carbs in a single donut hole, there are 3 grams of total sugars, all of which are added sugars.
Added Sugars
Dietary Guidelines for Americans suggest limiting calories from Added Sugars to no more than 10% of total calories. If I follow a 2,000 calorie diet, then I should not eat more than 50 grams added sugars (200 calories).
Nutrition Facts
Total sugars include 3g added sugars.
Ingredients and Allergens
Ingredients
Here is the list of ingredients in the donut hole and the jelly filling used for the Jelly Munchkins offered at Dunkin’ Donuts.
Donut Hole
Enriched Wheat Flour, Water, Palm Oil, Yeast Donut Concentrate, Enzymes, Annatto Extract (color), Dextrose, Soybean Oil, Yeast, Mono and Diglycerides, Ascorbic Acid.
Jelly Filling
Corn Syrup, Water, Sugar, Apple Juice Concentrate, Pectin, Citric Acid, Fruit and Vegetable Juice (color), Sodium Citrate, Sodium Benzoate and Potassium Sorbate (preservatives), Locust Bean Gum, Natural and Artificial Flavors
Sugary Topping
Sugar and Powdered Sugar.
Allergens
Dunkin’ Donut Munchkins are made with eggs, milk, soy and wheat.
Nutrition facts and ingredients source: Dunkin’
Ingredients, allergens, and nutrition facts are based on available information as of the date this article was published and/or updated. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change their recipes without notice. Check directly with the food provider for the most accurate and up-to-date information. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide health or wellness advice or dietary recommendations. Our aim is to research commercially processed food and publish articles for informational purposes only. Unless otherwise stated, % Daily Value is based on 2,000 calories per day, but calorie needs vary by individual. Always consult your physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.
