Cinnamon roll vs. Danish pastry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are cinnamon roll and danish pastry different?
- Cinnamon roll is higher in calcium, vitamin K, and vitamin E; however, danish pastry is richer in selenium, vitamin B2, and iron.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for cinnamon roll is 29% higher.
- Cinnamon roll contains 5 times more calcium than danish pastry. While cinnamon roll contains 183mg of calcium, danish pastry contains only 35mg.
- Danish pastry has less saturated fat.
Cinnamon buns, frosted (includes honey buns) and Danish pastry, cheese are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +422.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +21.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +31.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +43.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +32.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +20.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +45.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +228.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +20.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +120.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +88.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +25% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +89.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.45 g
Fats:
26.61 g
Carbs:
48.6 g
Water:
18.98 g
Other:
1.36 g
Protein:
8 g
Fats:
21.9 g
Carbs:
37.2 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
1.5 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +21.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +30.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +79.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +65.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +10.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
12.649 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.723 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.676 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.794 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.313 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.575 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +42.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -46.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +29.7% |
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 | 12.649g | 6.794g | 27% |
| Calcium | 183mg | 35mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 13µg | 18.9µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.138mg | 0.26mg | 9% |
| Protein | 4.45g | 8g | 7% |
| Fats | 26.61g | 21.9g | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.676g | 2.575g | 7% |
| Starch | 16.39g | 7% | |
| Vitamin K | 15.2µg | 6.9µg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.723g | 11.313g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 23mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 0.35mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 305mg | 417mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.37mg | 1.8mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 35µg | 4% |
| Carbs | 48.6g | 37.2g | 4% |
| Calories | 452kcal | 374kcal | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.292mg | 0.351mg | 3% |
| Folate | 72µg | 60µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.404mg | 2mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 131mg | 108mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.062mg | 0.089mg | 3% |
| Choline | 10.6mg | 20.1mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.211mg | 0.19mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.53mg | 0.7mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.2µg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 1g | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.337mg | 0.304mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 47.4g | 36.2g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 15mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 102mg | 98mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 25.7g | 6.95g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.038mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.295g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.068mg | 0.089mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.176mg | 0.293mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.226mg | 0.371mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.41mg | 0.644mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.215mg | 0.43mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.104mg | 0.174mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.264mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.255mg | 0.412mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.126mg | 0.205mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Danish pastry is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.75g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Danish pastry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.855g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Danish pastry is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cinnamon roll is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 18mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cinnamon roll contains less Sodium (difference - 112mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cinnamon roll is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.