Danish pastry vs. Yellow cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between danish pastry and yellow cake
- Danish pastry has more selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, folate, vitamin B12, vitamin B3, and manganese; however, yellow cake is higher in vitamin E, vitamin K, and copper.
- Yellow cake covers your daily vitamin E needs 28% more than danish pastry.
Food varieties used in this article are Danish pastry, cheese 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 ZincZinc | +66.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +58.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +220.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +90.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +12.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +78.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +27.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -25.7% |
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 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +341.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +179.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +84.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +172.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +15.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1185.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +263.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8 g
Fats:
21.9 g
Carbs:
37.2 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
1.5 g
Protein:
3.16 g
Fats:
17.75 g
Carbs:
55.36 g
Water:
22.38 g
Other:
1.35 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +153.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +23.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +40.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +48.8% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.794 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.313 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.575 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 | +56.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -14.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +83.6% |
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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| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 4.5mg | 28% |
| Selenium | 18.9µg | 5.9µg | 24% |
| Vitamin K | 6.9µg | 25.1µg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.575g | 4.728g | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.26mg | 0.093mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.043mg | 12% |
| Protein | 8g | 3.16g | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.313g | 7.214g | 10% |
| Folate | 60µg | 22µg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.089mg | 0.159mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.2µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2mg | 0.8mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.351mg | 0.222mg | 6% |
| Fats | 21.9g | 17.75g | 6% |
| Carbs | 37.2g | 55.36g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 6.794g | 5.793g | 5% |
| Sodium | 417mg | 310mg | 5% |
| Starch | 8.55g | 4% | |
| Phosphorus | 108mg | 138mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 0.165mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.42mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 98mg | 187mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 35µg | 7µg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 2.03mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 1.5g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 16mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 6IU | 1% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.62g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Calories | 374kcal | 379kcal | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 36.2g | 53.86g | N/A |
| Calcium | 35mg | 32mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 6.95g | 39.22g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 1.313g | N/A | |
| Choline | 20.1mg | 17.4mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.089mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.293mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.371mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.644mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.43mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.174mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.412mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.205mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.474g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.026g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.999g | 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
22%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Yellow cake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Yellow cake contains less Sodium (difference - 107mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Yellow cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.001g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yellow cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Danish pastry is lower in Sugar (difference - 32.27g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Danish pastry 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.