Doughnuts vs. Coffeecake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between doughnuts and coffeecake
- Doughnuts have more vitamin B1, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, and folate, while coffeecake has more vitamin B12 and vitamin A.
- Doughnuts' daily need coverage for saturated fat is 29% higher.
- Coffeecake contains 4 times less vitamin B3 than doughnuts. Doughnuts contain 2.91mg of vitamin B3, while coffeecake contains 0.682mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in coffeecake is lower.
- Coffeecake has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of coffeecake is 50, while the glycemic index of doughnuts is 75.
The food types used in this comparison are Doughnuts, cake-type, plain (includes unsugared, old-fashioned) and Coffeecake, cheese.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +13.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +295.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +73.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +157.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +93.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +47.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +115.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +18% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -28.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +31.7% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +271.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +140.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +326.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +135.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2050% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +466.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.31 g
Fats:
24.93 g
Carbs:
47.06 g
Water:
20.82 g
Other:
1.88 g
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
15.2 g
Carbs:
44.3 g
Water:
32.2 g
Other:
1.3 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +64% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +44.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +31.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +54.7% |
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Carbs
~44.3g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
11.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.544 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.915 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.391 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.129 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.645 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +19.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +138% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -51.5% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 11.105g | 5.391g | 26% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 85mg | 25% |
| Iron | 2.53mg | 0.64mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.39mg | 0.105mg | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 260mg | 101mg | 23% |
| Fats | 24.93g | 15.2g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.915g | 1.645g | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 0.125mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.91mg | 0.682mg | 14% |
| Vitamin E | 1.99mg | 13% | |
| Folate | 92µg | 39µg | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.06µg | 0.34µg | 12% |
| Starch | 25.91g | 11% | |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 86µg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 9.8µg | 8% | |
| Manganese | 0.333mg | 0.172mg | 7% |
| Choline | 37.3mg | 7% | |
| Selenium | 10.1µg | 13.3µg | 6% |
| Sodium | 477mg | 339mg | 6% |
| Calories | 434kcal | 339kcal | 5% |
| Potassium | 134mg | 289mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.052mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.544g | 7.129g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 1g | 3% |
| Protein | 5.31g | 7g | 3% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 59mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.5mg | 0.59mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.058mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 47.06g | 44.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 45.36g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 15mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 18.15g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.377mg | 0.4mg | 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% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.239g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.017g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.573g | 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
32%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Doughnuts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 75mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Coffeecake is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.15g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coffeecake contains less Sodium (difference - 138mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Coffeecake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.714g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Coffeecake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
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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