Dulce de Leche vs. Icing — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between dulce de Leche and icing
- Dulce de Leche has more phosphorus, calcium, choline, vitamin B5, vitamin B12, potassium, and vitamin B2; however, icing is higher in vitamin K and vitamin E.
- Dulce de Leche covers your daily phosphorus needs 25% more than icing.
- Icing has less cholesterol.
Food varieties used in this article are Dulce de Leche and Frostings, vanilla, creamy, ready-to-eat.
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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 | +2100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +8266.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +929.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1028.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +972.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -29.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2600% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +34.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1418.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +37.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +3773.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +665% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +900% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.84 g
Fats:
7.35 g
Carbs:
55.35 g
Water:
28.71 g
Other:
1.75 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
16.23 g
Carbs:
67.89 g
Water:
15.07 g
Other:
0.81 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +90.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +116% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +120.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.534 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.143 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.375 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.974 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.86 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.951 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -34.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +126.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2020.3% |
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 | 0.375g | 7.951g | 51% |
| Calcium | 251mg | 3mg | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 193mg | 18mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.835mg | 0.055mg | 16% |
| Choline | 89.1mg | 2.3mg | 16% |
| Fats | 7.35g | 16.23g | 14% |
| Protein | 6.84g | 0g | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.31µg | 0µg | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 0mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 13µg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 1.53mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 34mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.405mg | 0.302mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 74µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.143g | 4.86g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 4.534g | 2.974g | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.79mg | 0.07mg | 7% |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 0.1µg | 5% |
| Calories | 315kcal | 418kcal | 5% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 1mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 55.35g | 67.89g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 184mg | 2% |
| Folate | 11µg | 8µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.016mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.016mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 55.35g | 67.89g | N/A |
| Iron | 0.17mg | 0.16mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 49.74g | 63.1g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.004mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | 0g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0.32g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.05g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.131g | 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
23%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
4%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Icing is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Icing is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.56g)
Which food is cheaper?
Icing is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Sugar (difference - 13.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dulce de Leche contains less Sodium (difference - 55mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Dulce de Leche is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Dulce de Leche is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Dulce de Leche is relatively richer in vitamins