Cinnamon roll vs. Muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Cinnamon roll and Muffin different?
- Cinnamon roll is richer in Calcium, Selenium, Vitamin B3, and Folate, while Muffin is higher in Vitamin K, Choline, and Manganese.
- Cinnamon roll covers your daily need of Saturated Fat 49% more than Muffin.
- Cinnamon roll contains 4 times more Calcium than Muffin. Cinnamon roll contains 183mg of Calcium, while Muffin contains 44mg.
- Muffin is lower in Saturated Fat.
Cinnamon buns, frosted (includes honey buns) and Muffins, blueberry, commercially prepared (Includes mini-muffins) types were 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +40% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +315.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +43.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -9.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +58.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +18.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +53.8% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +25.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +69.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +3550% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +41.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +18.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +39.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +157.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +772.6% |
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:
4.49 g
Fats:
16.07 g
Carbs:
53 g
Water:
24.96 g
Other:
1.48 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +65.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +31.5% |
~equal in
Protein
~4.49g
~equal in
Carbs
~53g
~equal in
Other
~1.48g
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
2.844 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.822 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.103 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +80.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -77.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +120.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
16.39 g
Sucrose:
20.11 g
Glucose:
3.05 g
Fructose:
1.11 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.43 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
16.31 g
Sucrose:
28.01 g
Glucose:
1.23 g
Fructose:
1.21 g
Lactose:
0.54 g
Maltose:
0.47 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +148% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +204.3% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +39.3% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
~equal in
Starch
~16.31g
~equal in
Fructose
~1.21g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 452kcal | 375kcal |
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| Protein | 4.45g | 4.49g |
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| Fats | 26.61g | 16.07g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0.9mg |
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| Net carbs | 47.4g | 51.9g |
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| Carbs | 48.6g | 53g |
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| Cholesterol | 5mg | 30mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 4IU |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 10mg |
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| Calcium | 183mg | 44mg |
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| Potassium | 102mg | 121mg |
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| Iron | 1.37mg | 1.3mg |
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| Sugar | 25.7g | 31.47g |
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| Fiber | 1.2g | 1.1g |
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| Copper | 0.062mg | 0.06mg |
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| Zinc | 0.53mg | 0.37mg |
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| Starch | 16.39g | 16.31g |
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| Phosphorus | 131mg | 146mg |
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| Sodium | 305mg | 336mg |
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| Vitamin A | 2IU | 73IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 21µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 1.63mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.292mg | 0.449mg |
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| Selenium | 13µg | 8.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.211mg | 0.168mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.138mg | 0.163mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.404mg | 1.418mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.337mg | 0.47mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.038mg | 0.04mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.16µg | |
| Vitamin K | 15.2µg | 39.2µg |
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| Folate | 72µg | 48µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.295g | 0.2g |
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| Choline | 10.6mg | 92.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 12.649g | 2.844g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.723g | 4.822g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.676g | 8.103g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.068mg | 0.066mg |
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| Threonine | 0.176mg | 0.181mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.226mg | 0.224mg |
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| Leucine | 0.41mg | 0.421mg |
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| Lysine | 0.215mg | 0.199mg |
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| Methionine | 0.104mg | 0.115mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.264mg | 0.277mg |
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| Valine | 0.255mg | 0.257mg |
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| Histidine | 0.126mg | 0.128mg |
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| Fructose | 1.11g | 1.21g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.008g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.225g | 1.022g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.048g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.352g | 6.911g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
37%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Muffin is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 9.805g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Muffin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cinnamon roll is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 25mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cinnamon roll is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.77g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cinnamon roll contains less Sodium (difference - 31mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cinnamon roll is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
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.