Croissant vs. Hot chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between croissant and hot chocolate
- Croissant is richer in selenium, vitamin B1, folate, iron, manganese, and vitamin B3, yet hot chocolate is richer in vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for croissant is 51% higher.
- Croissant contains 25 times more manganese than hot chocolate. Croissant contains 0.33mg of manganese, while hot chocolate contains 0.013mg.
- Hot chocolate contains less sodium.
Food types used in this article are Croissants, butter and Milk, chocolate beverage, hot cocoa, homemade.
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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 IronIron | +383.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +19% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2438.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +740.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +43.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +208.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +66.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +28.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.6% |
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 AVitamin A | +303.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +894.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +32.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1545.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +162.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +45% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +800% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1660% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +148.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +206.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.2 g
Fats:
21 g
Carbs:
45.8 g
Water:
23.2 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
3.52 g
Fats:
2.34 g
Carbs:
10.74 g
Water:
82.45 g
Other:
0.95 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +133% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +797.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +326.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +89.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +255.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
11.659 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.525 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.094 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.431 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.677 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.084 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +716.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1202.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.7% |
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 | 11.659g | 1.431g | 46% |
| Selenium | 22.7µg | 2.7µg | 36% |
| Fats | 21g | 2.34g | 29% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.388mg | 0.039mg | 29% |
| Folate | 88µg | 5µg | 21% |
| Iron | 2.03mg | 0.42mg | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 8mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 467mg | 44mg | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 206µg | 51µg | 17% |
| Calories | 406kcal | 77kcal | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.49µg | 14% |
| Manganese | 0.33mg | 0.013mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.188mg | 0.133mg | 13% |
| Carbs | 45.8g | 10.74g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.525g | 0.677g | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.861mg | 0.328mg | 11% |
| Protein | 8.2g | 3.52g | 9% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 114mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.094g | 0.084g | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 45IU | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 1g | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 1.1µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.241mg | 0.182mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.84mg | 0.03mg | 5% |
| Choline | 38.8mg | 15.6mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.103mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 118mg | 197mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 23mg | 2% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.75mg | 0.63mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.058mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.2g | 9.74g | N/A |
| Sugar | 11.26g | 9.66g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 105mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.078g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.099mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.284mg | 0.095mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.365mg | 0.169mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.623mg | 0.305mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.329mg | 0.215mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0.076mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.416mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.41mg | 0.201mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.187mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.01g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | 0g | 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
35%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hot chocolate is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 59mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hot chocolate is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.6g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hot chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 423mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hot chocolate is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.228g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hot chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Croissant is relatively richer in vitamins
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.