Cinnamon roll vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between cinnamon roll and shortbread?
- Cinnamon roll is richer in calcium, selenium, phosphorus, and vitamin B12, yet shortbread is richer in iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, vitamin E, and vitamin B3.
- Cinnamon roll's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 23% higher.
- Shortbread contains less saturated fat.
- Cinnamon roll has a lower glycemic index than shortbread.
We used Cinnamon buns, frosted (includes honey buns) and Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain types in this comparison.
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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 | +1307.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +15.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +98.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -13.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +109.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +117.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +45.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +34.6% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +38.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1077.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +112.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +67.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +127.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +36.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +86.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +12.5% |
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:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +427.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +32% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +20.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +31.2% |
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Fats
~26.22g
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
8.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.708 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.326 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +30% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -35.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +126.5% |
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:
40.47 g
Sucrose:
20.99 g
Glucose:
0.36 g
Fructose:
0.3 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +747.2% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +270% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +146.9% |
~equal in
Sucrose
~20.99g
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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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 | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.676g | 8.326g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 12.649g | 8.105g | 21% |
| Iron | 1.37mg | 2.98mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 183mg | 13mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.138mg | 0.314mg | 14% |
| Selenium | 13µg | 6.2µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.211mg | 0.353mg | 12% |
| Starch | 16.39g | 40.47g | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 131mg | 66mg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 2.44mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.404mg | 3.275mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 48.6g | 63.78g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.723g | 6.708g | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 15.2µg | 11µg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.292mg | 0.393mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.038mg | 0.071mg | 3% |
| Calories | 452kcal | 514kcal | 3% |
| Copper | 0.062mg | 0.09mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 305mg | 353mg | 2% |
| Protein | 4.45g | 5.37g | 2% |
| Choline | 10.6mg | 0.9mg | 2% |
| Folate | 72µg | 81µg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 0.3g | 1% |
| Fats | 26.61g | 26.22g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 47.4g | 62.48g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 102mg | 88mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 25.7g | 21.65g | N/A |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 1.3g | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.53mg | 0.49mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.337mg | 0.321mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.295g | 0.714g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.068mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.176mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.226mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.41mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.215mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.104mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.264mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.255mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.126mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.225g | 0.885g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.033g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.352g | 7.253g | 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%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
37%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shortbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.05g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shortbread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.544g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cinnamon roll contains less Sodium (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cinnamon roll is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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