Apple pie vs. Yellow cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
Summary of differences between apple pie and yellow cake
- Apple pie has more vitamin B1, while yellow cake has more phosphorus, copper, and iron.
- Yellow cake covers your daily need for phosphorus 16% more than apple pie.
- Apple pie contains 3 times more Vitamin B1 than yellow cake. While apple pie contains 0.134mg of Vitamin B1, yellow cake contains only 0.043mg.
- The amount of saturated Fat in apple pie is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Pie, apple, commercially prepared, unenriched flour and Cake, yellow, commercially prepared, with chocolate frosting, in-store bakery.
Infographic
Infographic link
Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +185.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +190.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +187.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +67.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +245.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +162.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +475% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +22% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +376.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +211.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +69.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +40.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +38.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +450% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.9 g
Fats:
11 g
Carbs:
34 g
Water:
52.2 g
Other:
0.9 g
Protein:
3.16 g
Fats:
17.75 g
Carbs:
55.36 g
Water:
22.38 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +133.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +66.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +61.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +62.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.797 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.388 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.198 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
5.793 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.214 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.728 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -34.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +64.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +115.1% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Rich in minerals |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated Fat |
|
||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
Opinion |
| Calories | 237kcal | 379kcal |
|
| Protein | 1.9g | 3.16g |
|
| Fats | 11g | 17.75g |
|
| Vitamin C | 3.2mg | 0mg |
|
| Net carbs | 32.4g | 53.86g |
|
| Carbs | 34g | 55.36g |
|
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 16mg |
|
| Vitamin D | 6IU |
|
|
| Magnesium | 7mg | 20mg |
|
| Calcium | 11mg | 32mg |
|
| Potassium | 65mg | 187mg |
|
| Iron | 1.21mg | 2.03mg |
|
| Sugar | 39.22g |
|
|
| Fiber | 1.6g | 1.5g |
|
| Copper | 0.046mg | 0.159mg |
|
| Zinc | 0.16mg | 0.42mg |
|
| Starch | 8.55g |
|
|
| Phosphorus | 24mg | 138mg |
|
| Sodium | 266mg | 310mg |
|
| Vitamin A | 124IU | 26IU |
|
| Vitamin A | 29µg | 7µg |
|
| Vitamin E | 4.5mg |
|
|
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg |
|
|
| Manganese | 0.182mg | 0.222mg |
|
| Selenium | 5.9µg |
|
|
| Vitamin B1 | 0.134mg | 0.043mg |
|
| Vitamin B2 | 0.158mg | 0.093mg |
|
| Vitamin B3 | 1.123mg | 0.8mg |
|
| Vitamin B5 | 0.119mg | 0.165mg |
|
| Vitamin B6 | 0.038mg | 0mg |
|
| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 0µg |
|
| Vitamin K | 25.1µg |
|
|
| Folate | 4µg | 22µg |
|
| Trans Fat | 1.313g |
|
|
| Choline | 17.4mg |
|
|
| Saturated Fat | 3.797g | 5.793g |
|
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.388g | 7.214g |
|
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.198g | 4.728g |
|
| Tryptophan | 0.026mg |
|
|
| Threonine | 0.054mg |
|
|
| Isoleucine | 0.073mg |
|
|
| Leucine | 0.129mg |
|
|
| Lysine | 0.07mg |
|
|
| Methionine | 0.032mg |
|
|
| Phenylalanine | 0.088mg |
|
|
| Valine | 0.084mg |
|
|
| Histidine | 0.038mg |
|
|
| Fructose | 0.62g |
|
|
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.474g |
|
|
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.026g |
|
|
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g |
|
|
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g |
|
|
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.999g |
|
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
People also compare
Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
10%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Yellow cake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yellow cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Apple pie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Apple pie is lower in Sugar (difference - 39.22g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Apple pie contains less Sodium (difference - 44mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Apple pie is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.996g)
Which food is cheaper?
?
The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
?
It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.