Pie crust vs. Danish pastry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Pie crust and Danish pastry?
- Pie crust is higher in Vitamin B1, Folate, Selenium, and Iron, yet Danish pastry is higher in Vitamin B12.
- Pie crust's daily need coverage for Vitamin B1 is 17% more.
- Pie crust has 2 times more Sodium than Danish pastry. While Pie crust has 753mg of Sodium, Danish pastry has only 417mg.
We used Pie crust, standard-type, dry mix and Danish pastry, cheese 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 CalciumCalcium | +74.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +23.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +21.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +53.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +18.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +75% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +25.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -44.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +11.4% |
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 | +106.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +36.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +60% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +73.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +22.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +13.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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Vitamin D
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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:
8 g
Fats:
21.9 g
Carbs:
37.2 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
1.5 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +43.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +40.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +33.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +313.2% |
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
6.794 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
11.313 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.575 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +58.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +54.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -14.8% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 518kcal | 374kcal |
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| Protein | 6.9g | 8g |
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| Fats | 31.4g | 21.9g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 52.1g | 36.2g |
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| Carbs | 52.1g | 37.2g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 23mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU |
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| Magnesium | 15mg | 15mg | |
| Calcium | 61mg | 35mg |
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| Potassium | 64mg | 98mg |
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| Iron | 2.22mg | 1.8mg |
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| Sugar | 6.95g |
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| Fiber | 1g |
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| Copper | 0.075mg | 0.089mg |
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| Zinc | 0.4mg | 0.7mg |
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| Phosphorus | 86mg | 108mg |
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| Sodium | 753mg | 417mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 128IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 35µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.35mg |
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| Manganese | 0.315mg | 0.351mg |
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| Selenium | 22.9µg | 18.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.392mg | 0.19mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.26mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.727mg | 2mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.268mg | 0.304mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.064mg | 0.04mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.2µg |
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| Vitamin K | 6.9µg |
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| Folate | 104µg | 60µg |
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| Choline | 20.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 7.974g | 6.794g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 17.887g | 11.313g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.968g | 2.575g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.08mg | 0.089mg |
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| Threonine | 0.184mg | 0.293mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.255mg | 0.371mg |
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| Leucine | 0.476mg | 0.644mg |
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| Lysine | 0.133mg | 0.43mg |
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| Methionine | 0.121mg | 0.174mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.339mg | 0.402mg |
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| Valine | 0.289mg | 0.412mg |
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| Histidine | 0.146mg | 0.205mg |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g |
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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
24%
22%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pie crust is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pie crust is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.95g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pie crust is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Danish pastry contains less Sodium (difference - 336mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Danish pastry is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.18g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Danish pastry is relatively richer in vitamins
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.