Dunkin’ Old Fashioned Donut

Display of Old Fashioned donuts at Dunkin' Donuts.

The Old Fashioned Donut from Dunkin’ Donuts has 310 calories, 19 grams fat, 30 grams carbohydrates, and 4 grams protein.

Read this guide for a complete overview of the nutrition facts, calories, and ingredients in a Dunkin’ Old Fashioned doughnut.

Old Fashioned Donut Nutrition Information

Nutrition facts are based on standard product formulations for one donut. Actual nutritional value may vary due to regional differences.

Calories

There are 310 calories in an Old Fashioned donut from Dunkin’.

Here is a summary of calories by macronutrient, per serving:

  • 170 calories from fat
  • 120 calories from total carbs
  • 20 calories from protein

The Old Fashioned style donut derives more than half of the total calories from dietary fats. Total carbs make up nearly 40% of total calories and the remaining 6% is from protein.

Dunkin’ Old Fashioned Donut

% calories from fat, carbs and protein
Calories
170 calories from fat
55%
120 calories from carbS
39%
20 calories from Protein
6%

Calories by macronutrient is a rounded estimate based on the nutrition facts information provided by Dunkin’ Donuts. Calories may vary by location and/or supplier to the restaurant.

Dunkin' Old Fashioned donut with text "310 calories."

Nutrition Facts

Review the table below for nutrition facts in a Dunkin’ Old Fashioned Donut.

Amount (%DV) per Donut

Red indicates a high %DV.

Calories

310

%DV

Total Fat

19g

Saturated Fat

9g

Trans Fat

0g

Cholesterol

20mg

7%

Sodium

320mg

14%

Carbohydrates

30g

11%

Dietary Fiber

1g

4%

Total Sugars

10g

Added Sugars

9g

18%

Protein

4g

%DV based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Calorie needs vary and your %DV may be higher or lower. Provided for informational purposes only. Consult with your physician for dietary or healthcare advice.

Daily Value

Daily Value (%DV) measures the amount of a nutrient per serving, relative to the recommended limit. Use %DV to compare and select foods for a balanced diet.

As shown in the chart below, a Dunkin’ Old Fashioned Donut has a medium level of added sugars and is high in saturated fat.

%DV

Level

Saturated Fat

45%

Added Sugars

18%

MED

  • 9g saturated fat per donut is 45% of the recommended limit (20g)
  • 9g added sugars is 18% of the daily limit

%DV based on 2,000 calorie diet. FDA suggests a %DV of 5% or less is low and 20% or more is high.

Dietary Fats

An old fashioned donut from Dunkin’ has 19 grams of total fat, including 9 grams saturated fat. That is high.

The amount of saturated fat per serving has a 45% daily value.

To calculate %DV, divide the amount of a nutrient in one serving by the FDA-recommended daily limit.

per Donut

Daily Limit*

Daily Value

Total Fat

19g

78g

24%

Saturated Fat

9g

20g

45%

*Based on FDA general nutrition advice for an adult following 2,000 calorie daily diet.

Summary of Fat in Donut

  • 170 calories from dietary fats
  • 55% of total calories
  • 80 calories from saturated fat
  • Zero trans fat
High in Saturated Fat

Recommendations in Dietary Guidelines for Americans, state Americans should limit calories from saturated fat to less than 10% of total calories.

There are 80 calories from saturated fat, about 26% of total calories, in an Old Fashioned Donut.

Display of Old Fashioned donuts at Dunkin' Donuts.
One Dunkin’ Old Fashioned donut has 310 calories.

Total Sugars

Carbohydrates contribute nearly 40% of total calories. The 30 grams of carbs include 10 grams total sugars.

Added Sugars

Total sugars include 9 grams of added sweeteners.

added sugars are a nutrient to get less of.

U.S. Food & Drug Administration

The old fashioned donut has 35 calories from added sugars, 11% of the total 310 calories per serving.

Summary of Sugars in Donut

  • 10g total sugars
  • 90% of sugars are added sugars
  • 35 calories from added sugars per donut

Note: While sugars are found naturally in various fruits, vegetables, and dairy products, added sugars are added to processed foods. Added sugars include sucrose, dextrose, syrups, and honey.

Display of Old Fashioned donuts at Dunkin' Donuts.
Old Fashioned donuts have 9g saturated fat and 9g added sugars.

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Daily Value (%DV) is based on a 2,000 calorie diet, the standard measure used by the FDA for general nutrition advice. Calorie needs vary. Your %DV may be higher or lower depending on height, weight, and physical activity.

Donut Ingredients and Allergens

  • An Old Fashioned donut is not dairy-free. The base cake donut mix contains nonfat dry milk.
  • Contains palm oil.

Here is the list of ingredients in Dunkin’s Old Fashioned Donut.

Ingredients

Enriched Wheat Flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), Water, Palm Oil, Sugar, Cake Donut Mix, Soybean Oil

  • Enriched Wheat Flour includes flour, malted barley flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, and folic acid.
  • Cake Donut Mix is made with Enriched Wheat Flour, Nonfat Dry Milk, Egg Yolk, Leavening (sodium acid pyrophosphate, baking soda, sodium aluminum phosphate), Sugar, Soy Flour, Soybean Oil, Wheat Starch, Salt, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Enzyme, Konjac Flour, Carrageenan, Locust Bean Gum, Cellulose Gum, Wheat Germ, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Soy Lecithin, and Beta Carotene (for color)

Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate (SSL) is created from the sodium salt of lactic acid and stearic acid.

SSL, a light yellow powder with a waxy texture, is commonly used for its emulsification properties that improve the ability for certain foods to remain combined. It also extends the shelf life of processed foods.

The ingredient is found in commercially produced baked goods, icings, pastas, cereals, sauces, and other commercial food products.

Allergens

Dunkin’s Old Fasioned donut is made with egg, milk, soy, and wheat.

Note that Dunkin’s products may be processed on equipment that is used to make other foods. As such, donuts and other menu items may have come into contact with other common allergens such as sesame, tree nuts, or fish, among others.

Always discuss dietary advice with your licensed healthcare provider and inform your Dunkin’ server of any allergy concerns before placing your order.

Check the list of declared allergens in Dunkin’ menu items.

Old fashioned donut from Dunkin' and text list of macronutrients.
55% of total calories derived from dietary fats

Nutrition facts, prices, and ingredients are based on available information as of the date of publication. Restaurants and food manufacturers may change recipes or formulations without notice. Check package labels and ask the product manufacturer or restaurant for the most up-to-date information. Unless otherwise stated, %DV is based on a 2,000 calorie diet. All reports and reviews published on this site are for informational purposes only. NutritionandIngredients.com does not provide healthcare advice or dietary recommendations. Always consult your licensed physician for any healthcare or dietary advice.

Nutrition facts and ingredients source: Dunkin’. Images credits to Nutrition & Ingredients staff; all rights reserved.

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