Pie crust vs. Cinnamon roll — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between pie crust and cinnamon roll?
- Pie crust is richer in selenium, vitamin B1, iron, folate, and vitamin B2, yet cinnamon roll is richer in calcium, vitamin B12, and phosphorus.
- Cinnamon roll's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 23% higher.
- Pie crust has 2 times more sodium than cinnamon roll. Pie crust has 753mg of sodium, while cinnamon roll has 305mg.
We used Pie crust, standard-type, dry mix and Cinnamon buns, frosted (includes honey buns) types in this comparison.
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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 IronIron | +62% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +21% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +76.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +59.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +32.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +52.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -59.5% |
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 | +85.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +54.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +13.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +68.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +44.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +25.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.9 g
Fats:
31.4 g
Carbs:
52.1 g
Water:
7.6 g
Other:
2 g
Protein:
4.45 g
Fats:
26.61 g
Carbs:
48.6 g
Water:
18.98 g
Other:
1.36 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +55.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +18% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +47.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +149.7% |
~equal in
Carbs
~48.6g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.974 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
17.887 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.968 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
12.649 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.723 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.676 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -37% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +105.1% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~3.676g
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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| Monounsaturated fat | 17.887g | 8.723g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 7.974g | 12.649g | 21% |
| Sodium | 753mg | 305mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 22.9µg | 13µg | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.392mg | 0.211mg | 15% |
| Vitamin K | 15.2µg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 61mg | 183mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2.22mg | 1.37mg | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 8% | |
| Folate | 104µg | 72µg | 8% |
| Fats | 31.4g | 26.61g | 7% |
| Starch | 16.39g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 86mg | 131mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.138mg | 6% |
| Protein | 6.9g | 4.45g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 5% | |
| Calories | 518kcal | 452kcal | 3% |
| Choline | 10.6mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.064mg | 0.038mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.968g | 3.676g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.727mg | 2.404mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.268mg | 0.337mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.315mg | 0.292mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.075mg | 0.062mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 64mg | 102mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 52.1g | 48.6g | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.4mg | 0.53mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 52.1g | 47.4g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 25.7g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.295g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.08mg | 0.068mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.184mg | 0.176mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.255mg | 0.226mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.476mg | 0.41mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.133mg | 0.215mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.121mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.339mg | 0.264mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.289mg | 0.255mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.146mg | 0.126mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.225g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.352g | 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
24%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
37%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pie crust is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pie crust is lower in Sugar (difference - 25.7g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pie crust is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.675g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pie crust is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cinnamon roll contains less Sodium (difference - 448mg)
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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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.