Biscuit vs. Cinnamon roll — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between biscuits and cinnamon roll
- Biscuits have more iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, selenium, and calcium; however, cinnamon roll is richer in monounsaturated fat.
- Cinnamon roll covers your daily saturated fat needs 42% more than biscuits.
- Cinnamon roll has 2 times less vitamin B2 than biscuits. Biscuits have 0.31mg of vitamin B2, while cinnamon roll has 0.138mg.
- Cinnamon roll contains less sodium.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe and Cinnamon buns, frosted (includes honey buns).
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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 more MagnesiumMagnesium | +28.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +28.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +18.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +111.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +32.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +25.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +29.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +50% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -47.4% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +68.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +124.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +22.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +18.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +100% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +18% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
16.3 g
Carbs:
44.6 g
Water:
28.9 g
Other:
3.2 g
Protein:
4.45 g
Fats:
26.61 g
Carbs:
48.6 g
Water:
18.98 g
Other:
1.36 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +57.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +52.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +135.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +63.3% |
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Carbs
~48.6g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.324 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.93 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.163 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
12.649 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.723 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.676 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -65.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +13.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +25.9% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 4.324g | 12.649g | 38% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 1.37mg | 19% |
| Fats | 16.3g | 26.61g | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.138mg | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 15.2µg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.356mg | 0.211mg | 12% |
| Selenium | 19.5µg | 13µg | 12% |
| Sodium | 580mg | 305mg | 12% |
| Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 8% | |
| Starch | 16.39g | 7% | |
| Calories | 353kcal | 452kcal | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 164mg | 131mg | 5% |
| Protein | 7g | 4.45g | 5% |
| Calcium | 235mg | 183mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.378mg | 0.292mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.93g | 8.723g | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.163g | 3.676g | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0.16µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.949mg | 2.404mg | 3% |
| Folate | 61µg | 72µg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.062mg | 2% |
| Choline | 10.6mg | 2% | |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg | 0.337mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 1.2g | 1% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 102mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 14mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 5mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 44.6g | 48.6g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.1g | 47.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.18g | 25.7g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.53mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.035mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.295g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.087mg | 0.068mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.211mg | 0.176mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.273mg | 0.226mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.514mg | 0.41mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.226mg | 0.215mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.132mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg | 0.264mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.313mg | 0.255mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.161mg | 0.126mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.225g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.352g | N/A |
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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
23%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
37%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cinnamon roll contains less Sodium (difference - 275mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cinnamon roll is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cinnamon roll is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Biscuit is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Biscuit is lower in Sugar (difference - 23.52g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Biscuit is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.325g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Biscuit is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)