Candy vs Donut
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Donut is generally healthier
Donut comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has more protein (3g vs 0g), more fiber (1.4g vs 0g), less sugar (21g vs 90g), making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Candy
400 kcal
More Protein
Donut
3g
More Fiber
Donut
1.4g
Less Sugar
Donut
21g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Candy
400
Donut
452
Proteinper 100g
Candy
0g
Donut
3g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Candy
100g
Donut
51g
Fatper 100g
Candy
0g
Donut
25g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Candy
Per 100g:400 calories
Per cup (150g):600 calories
Per serving (85g):340 calories
Donut
Per 100g:452 calories
Per cup (150g):678 calories
Per serving (85g):384 calories
Diet Compatibility
Candy
VeganVegetarianLow-Sodium
Donut
VeganVegetarian
When to Choose Candy
- ✓Lower in calories (400 vs 452)
- ✓Lower sodium (20mg vs 386mg)
Common Uses
TreatsCelebrationsComfort foodSocial occasions
When to Choose Donut
- ✓Higher in protein (3g vs 0g)
- ✓More fiber (1.4g vs 0g)
- ✓Lower in carbs (51g vs 100g)
- ✓Less sugar (21g vs 90g)
Common Uses
TreatsCelebrationsComfort foodSocial occasions