Coffeecake vs. Shortbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between coffeecake and shortbread
- Coffeecake has more vitamin B12 and selenium; however, shortbread is higher in iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, folate, and manganese.
- Shortbread covers your daily iron needs 29% more than coffeecake.
- The glycemic index of shortbread is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Coffeecake, cheese and Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain.
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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 | +353.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +228.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +20.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +53% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +114.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +365.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +73.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +128.5% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +24.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +236.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +151.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +380.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +22.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +107.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
15.2 g
Carbs:
44.3 g
Water:
32.2 g
Other:
1.3 g
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +30.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +794.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +26.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +72.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +44% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.391 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.129 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.645 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.708 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.326 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -33.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +406.1% |
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Monounsaturated fat
~6.708g
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 | 1.645g | 8.326g | 45% |
| Iron | 0.64mg | 2.98mg | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 0mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.105mg | 0.353mg | 21% |
| Fats | 15.2g | 26.22g | 17% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.682mg | 3.275mg | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.125mg | 0.314mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Selenium | 13.3µg | 6.2µg | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 5.391g | 8.105g | 12% |
| Folate | 39µg | 81µg | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 86µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.172mg | 0.393mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 11µg | 9% | |
| Calories | 339kcal | 514kcal | 9% |
| Potassium | 289mg | 88mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 44.3g | 63.78g | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 101mg | 66mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 13mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.052mg | 0.09mg | 4% |
| Protein | 7g | 5.37g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.4mg | 0.321mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 339mg | 353mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.129g | 6.708g | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.058mg | 0.071mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.59mg | 0.49mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 1.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.3g | 62.48g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 21.65g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | N/A | |
| Choline | 0.9mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.076mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.26mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.326mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.401mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.144mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.352mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.361mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.186mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.885g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 7.253g | N/A |
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
16%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 85mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Shortbread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Coffeecake is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coffeecake contains less Sodium (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Coffeecake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.714g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Coffeecake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
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.