Donut vs Cookie

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 2g), more fiber (1.4g vs 1.2g), less sugar (21g vs 33g), making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Cookie

435 kcal

More Protein

Donut

3g

More Fiber

Donut

1.4g

Less Sugar

Donut

21g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Donut
452
Cookie
435
Proteinper 100g
Donut
3g
Cookie
2g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Donut
51g
Cookie
58g
Fatper 100g
Donut
25g
Cookie
21g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientDonutCookieDifference
Calories452kcal435kcal+17.0kcal
Protein3g2g+1.0g
Carbohydrates51g58g-7.0g
Fat25g21g+4.0g
Fiber1.4g1.2g+0.2g
Sugar21g33g-12.0g
Sodium386mg361mg+25.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:

Donut

Per 100g:452 calories
Per cup (150g):678 calories
Per serving (85g):384 calories

Cookie

Per 100g:435 calories
Per cup (150g):653 calories
Per serving (85g):370 calories

Diet Compatibility

Donut

VeganVegetarian

Cookie

VeganVegetarian

When to Choose Donut

  • Higher in protein (3g vs 2g)
  • More fiber (1.4g vs 1.2g)
  • Lower in carbs (51g vs 58g)
  • Less sugar (21g vs 33g)

Common Uses

TreatsCelebrationsComfort foodSocial occasions
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When to Choose Cookie

  • Lower in calories (435 vs 452)
  • Lower sodium (361mg vs 386mg)

Common Uses

TreatsCelebrationsComfort foodSocial occasions
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