Pastry vs. White chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between pastry and white chocolate
- Pastry is richer in selenium, iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, manganese, and folate, yet white chocolate is richer in vitamin B12, calcium, and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for white chocolate is 49% higher.
- Pastry contains 61 times more manganese than white chocolate. Pastry contains 0.488mg of manganese, while white chocolate contains 0.008mg.
- Pastry contains less saturated fat.
- White chocolate has a lower glycemic index than pastry.
Food types used in this article are Puff pastry, frozen, ready-to-bake and Candies, white chocolate.
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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 | +33.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +966.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +90% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +6000% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +437.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1890% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +368.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +39.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +193.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -63.9% |
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 | +531.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +459.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +76.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1014.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +77.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +166.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +360.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.3 g
Fats:
38.1 g
Carbs:
45.1 g
Water:
8.5 g
Other:
1 g
Protein:
5.87 g
Fats:
32.09 g
Carbs:
59.24 g
Water:
1.3 g
Other:
1.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +18.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +553.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +31.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +50% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.643 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
21.597 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.894 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
19.412 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.097 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.013 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -50.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +137.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +383.1% |
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 vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 9.643g | 19.412g | 44% |
| Selenium | 24.2µg | 4.5µg | 36% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 21.597g | 9.097g | 31% |
| Iron | 2.56mg | 0.24mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.398mg | 0.063mg | 28% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.894g | 1.013g | 26% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.56µg | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.168mg | 0.745mg | 21% |
| Manganese | 0.488mg | 0.008mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 199mg | 19% |
| Folate | 78µg | 7µg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 60mg | 176mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.608mg | 12% |
| Fats | 38.1g | 32.09g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 21mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 249mg | 90mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 61mg | 286mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 16.1µg | 9.1µg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.114mg | 0.06mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 0.2g | 5% |
| Carbs | 45.1g | 59.24g | 5% |
| Choline | 6.4mg | 29.5mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 0.96mg | 3% |
| Protein | 7.3g | 5.87g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.021mg | 0.056mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.53mg | 0.74mg | 2% |
| Calories | 551kcal | 539kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 9µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 12mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 43.6g | 59.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.74g | 59g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.283mg | 0.282mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.196mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.272mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.508mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.142mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.129mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.362mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.308mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.156mg | 0% |
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
28%
22%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
White chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 159mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
White chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pastry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pastry is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.26g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pastry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.769g)
Which food is cheaper?
Pastry is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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