Muffin vs. Apple pie — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between muffin and apple pie?
- Muffin is richer than apple pie in phosphorus, manganese, folate, vitamin B5, vitamin B12, and polyunsaturated fat.
- Muffin's daily need coverage for phosphorus is 17% more.
- The glycemic index of apple pie is lower.
We used Muffins, blueberry, commercially prepared (Includes mini-muffins) and Pie, apple, commercially prepared, unenriched flour types 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 | +42.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +300% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +86.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +30.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +131.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +508.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +146.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -20.8% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +25.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +26.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +295% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1500% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +255.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +38.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +136.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +46.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +55.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +64.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +109.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -25.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +268.7% |
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Monounsaturated fat
~4.388g
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 | 8.103g | 2.198g | 39% |
| Vitamin K | 39.2µg | 33% | |
| Choline | 92.5mg | 17% | |
| Phosphorus | 146mg | 24mg | 17% |
| Selenium | 8.2µg | 15% | |
| Manganese | 0.449mg | 0.182mg | 12% |
| Folate | 48µg | 4µg | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 1.63mg | 11% | |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 0mg | 10% |
| Fats | 16.07g | 11g | 8% |
| Calories | 375kcal | 237kcal | 7% |
| Starch | 16.31g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.47mg | 0.119mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 53g | 34g | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.01µg | 6% |
| Protein | 4.49g | 1.9g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.844g | 3.797g | 4% |
| Calcium | 44mg | 11mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 336mg | 266mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 3.2mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.168mg | 0.134mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.418mg | 1.123mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 1.6g | 2% |
| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.046mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 65mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.21g | 2% | |
| Zinc | 0.37mg | 0.16mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 21µg | 29µg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 1.21mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.822g | 4.388g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 7mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 51.9g | 32.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 31.47g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.163mg | 0.158mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.2g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.066mg | 0.026mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.181mg | 0.054mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.224mg | 0.073mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.421mg | 0.129mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.199mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.115mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg | 0.088mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.257mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.128mg | 0.038mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.022g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.048g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.911g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Muffin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.953g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Muffin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Apple pie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Apple pie is lower in Sugar (difference - 31.47g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Apple pie contains less Sodium (difference - 70mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Apple pie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)