Per 2 pieces (80g)
200kcal
Protein
5g
10% of energy
Carbs
36g
72% of energy
Fat
4g
18% of energy
Indian food · sweets
Rasgulla
- Serving
- 2 pieces · 80g
- Macro lead
- Carb-forward
- Region
- east
- Fiber / serving
- 0 g
Macros
Per-100g values are scaled from the serving weight in our food database.
| Nutrient | Per serving (80g) | Per 100g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 200 kcal | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g | 6.3 g |
| Carbs | 36 g | 45 g |
| Fat | 4 g | 5 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
How Indian lifters use Rasgulla
Indian mithai runs 350–500 kcal per piece with almost no protein. Keep it to post-workout or a Sunday flexible meal — never as a daily habit. Carb-forward — use it around training, dial it back on rest days if you're cutting. The dish is most common in east kitchens, but works anywhere in India — the ingredients are pantry-standard.
Where it fits in your day
Best consumed pre and post workout when insulin sensitivity is highest. On rest days, keep the portion smaller and pair with protein and fibre to slow the glycemic response.
Cost & convenience
Moderate protein density (6.3g/100g). Not the cheapest protein per gram, but it doubles as a source of carbs and micronutrients — so it earns its rupee spend twice.
Common myth
"Mithai post-workout is fine because carbs" — the carbs are fine, the 20g of fat per piece is not. Save mithai for weekly flexible meals, not as a daily post-workout carb.
Swaps & pairings
Similar sweets
Rasmalai 280 kcal · 7g protein per servingHalwa (Suji) 320 kcal · 4g protein per servingGajar Halwa 280 kcal · 5g protein per servingLadoo (Besan) 180 kcal · 3g protein per servingBarfi 130 kcal · 3g protein per servingGulab Jamun 290 kcal · 4g protein per serving
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Goal × diet day of food ideas
~2000 kcal Fat Loss — Ovo-vegetarian
Example day with eggs; portion carefully
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Frequently asked
Is Rasgulla good for weight loss?
Yes if it fits your calorie budget — no food causes or prevents weight loss on its own. One 2 pieces costs you 200 kcal; slot it into a daily deficit and it works fine.
How much Rasgulla should I eat per day?
Depends on your goal and total calorie target. A lifter cutting on 1800–2000 kcal typically uses 1–2 servings; someone bulking on 2800+ can comfortably fit 3+. Weigh, don't eyeball.
Is Rasgulla high in protein?
Not really — 6.3g per 100g. Treat it as a carb source and pair it with a dedicated protein anchor.
Can I eat Rasgulla pre or post workout?
Yes — carb-forward foods like this one are ideal 60–90 minutes before and immediately after training.
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