Molasses vs. Dulce de Leche — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are molasses and dulce de Leche different?
- Molasses are higher in manganese, iron, copper, magnesium, vitamin B6, potassium, and selenium; however, dulce de Leche is richer in vitamin B2 and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for molasses is 66% higher.
- Molasses contain 122 times more copper than dulce de Leche. While molasses contain 0.487mg of copper, dulce de Leche contains only 0.004mg.
- Molasses have less saturated fat.
Molasses and Dulce de Leche are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +1000% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +318.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2676.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +12075% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -71.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +76400% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +559.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +22.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +172.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +522.6% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +156.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +342.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +4087.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +569.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
74.73 g
Water:
21.87 g
Other:
3.3 g
Protein:
6.84 g
Fats:
7.35 g
Carbs:
55.35 g
Water:
28.71 g
Other:
1.75 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +88.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +7250% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +31.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.018 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.534 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.143 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.375 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +6596.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +650% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
29.4 g
Glucose:
11.92 g
Fructose:
12.79 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
41.77 g
Glucose:
1.7 g
Fructose:
0.32 g
Lactose:
4.92 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
1.03 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +601.2% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +3896.9% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +42.1% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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Starch
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Maltose
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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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| Manganese | 1.53mg | 0.002mg | 66% |
| Iron | 4.72mg | 0.17mg | 57% |
| Copper | 0.487mg | 0.004mg | 54% |
| Magnesium | 242mg | 22mg | 52% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.67mg | 0.016mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 1464mg | 350mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.002mg | 0.405mg | 31% |
| Selenium | 17.8µg | 2.7µg | 27% |
| Phosphorus | 31mg | 193mg | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 0.018g | 4.534g | 21% |
| Fructose | 12.79g | 0.32g | 16% |
| Protein | 0g | 6.84g | 14% |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 89.1mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.31µg | 13% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 7.35g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 29mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 74µg | 8% |
| Carbs | 74.73g | 55.35g | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.29mg | 0.79mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.032g | 2.143g | 5% |
| Calcium | 205mg | 251mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.93mg | 0.21mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 37mg | 129mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2.6mg | 3% |
| Folate | 0µg | 11µg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0.375g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.041mg | 0.016mg | 2% |
| Calories | 290kcal | 315kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.3µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg | 0.835mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.2mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 6IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 74.73g | 55.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 74.72g | 49.74g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.05g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.009g | 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 |
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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
18%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
103%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Molasses is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Molasses contains less Sodium (difference - 92mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Molasses is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.516g)
Which food is cheaper?
Molasses is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Dulce de Leche is lower in Sugar (difference - 24.98g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Dulce de Leche is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Dulce de Leche is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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