Cinnamon roll vs. Yellow cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between cinnamon roll and yellow cake
- Cinnamon roll has more calcium, vitamin B1, selenium, folate, and vitamin B3; however, yellow cake has more vitamin E, copper, iron, and vitamin K.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for cinnamon roll is 34% higher.
- Yellow cake has 6 times less calcium than cinnamon roll. Cinnamon roll has 183mg of calcium, while yellow cake has 32mg.
- Yellow cake is lower in saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Cinnamon buns, frosted (includes honey buns) and Cake, yellow, commercially prepared, with chocolate frosting, in-store bakery.
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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 | +471.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +26.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +31.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +120.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +42.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +83.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +48.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +156.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +390.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +48.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +200.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +104.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +227.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +291.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +65.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +64.2% |
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:
3.16 g
Fats:
17.75 g
Carbs:
55.36 g
Water:
22.38 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +40.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +49.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +13.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.9% |
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Other
~1.35g
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
5.793 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.214 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.728 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +20.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -54.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +28.6% |
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:
8.55 g
Sucrose:
36.51 g
Glucose:
1.29 g
Fructose:
0.62 g
Lactose:
0.59 g
Maltose:
0.21 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +91.7% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +136.4% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +79% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +581% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +81.6% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 12.649g | 5.793g | 31% |
| Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 4.5mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 183mg | 32mg | 15% |
| Fats | 26.61g | 17.75g | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.211mg | 0.043mg | 14% |
| Folate | 72µg | 22µg | 13% |
| Selenium | 13µg | 5.9µg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.062mg | 0.159mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.404mg | 0.8mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 15.2µg | 25.1µg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.37mg | 2.03mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.676g | 4.728g | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.723g | 7.214g | 4% |
| Calories | 452kcal | 379kcal | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 16mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.038mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Starch | 16.39g | 8.55g | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.292mg | 0.222mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 102mg | 187mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.138mg | 0.093mg | 3% |
| Protein | 4.45g | 3.16g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.337mg | 0.165mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 48.6g | 55.36g | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 0.62g | 1% |
| Choline | 10.6mg | 17.4mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 6IU | 1% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.53mg | 0.42mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 131mg | 138mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 1.5g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 47.4g | 53.86g | N/A |
| Sugar | 25.7g | 39.22g | N/A |
| Sodium | 305mg | 310mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.295g | 1.313g | 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 | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.225g | 0.474g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.026g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.352g | 3.999g | 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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19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
37%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Yellow cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.856g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yellow cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cinnamon roll is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cinnamon roll is lower in Sugar (difference - 13.52g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cinnamon roll contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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