Chocolate cake vs. Potato pancake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between chocolate cake and potato pancake
- Chocolate cake has more choline and selenium, while potato pancake has more vitamin B6, vitamin C, potassium, vitamin B5, and fiber.
- Potato pancake covers your daily need for vitamin B6, 31% more than chocolate cake.
- Chocolate cake contains 2 times more saturated fat than potato pancake. While chocolate cake contains 5.43g of saturated fat, potato pancake contains only 2.496g.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting and Potato pancakes.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +87.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +15% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -58.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +33.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +12.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +344.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +20.8% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +23.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +73% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +13700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +12.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +47.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +149% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +992.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +81.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +51.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.3 g
Fats:
15.1 g
Carbs:
53.4 g
Water:
24.4 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
6.08 g
Fats:
14.76 g
Carbs:
27.81 g
Water:
47.77 g
Other:
3.58 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +92% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +14.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +95.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +98.9% |
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Fats
~14.76g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.43 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.761 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.496 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.516 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +61.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -54% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +172.2% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.761g | 7.516g | 32% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.448mg | 31% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 27.6mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 315mg | 764mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 140mg | 622mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 5.43g | 2.496g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 58mg | 95mg | 12% |
| Choline | 128.4mg | 74.2mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 0.757mg | 9% |
| Starch | 20.88g | 9% | |
| Carbs | 53.4g | 27.81g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 3.3g | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.039g | 3.73g | 6% |
| Selenium | 11.9µg | 8.9µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.29µg | 5% |
| Calories | 371kcal | 268kcal | 5% |
| Folate | 27µg | 41µg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 32µg | 4% | |
| Phosphorus | 106mg | 128mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 32mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.173mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.137mg | 1.672mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.207mg | 0.18mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.7µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.23mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 2% | |
| Protein | 5.3g | 6.08g | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.56g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.141mg | 0.158mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.28mg | 0.26mg | 1% |
| Fats | 15.1g | 14.76g | 1% |
| Iron | 1.61mg | 1.67mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 36mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 11IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 51.8g | 24.51g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.79g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.7mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.068mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.202mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.24mg | 0.28mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.407mg | 0.442mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.268mg | 0.389mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.116mg | 0.137mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.265mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.283mg | 0.369mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.12mg | 0.141mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g | 0.008g | 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
19%
37%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
39%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato pancake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.934g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato pancake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato pancake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chocolate cake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 37mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.79g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate cake contains less Sodium (difference - 449mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.