Pound cake vs. Sponge cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between pound cake and sponge cake
- Pound cake has more phosphorus, monounsaturated fat, and polyunsaturated fat; however, sponge cake has more selenium.
- Daily need coverage for cholesterol for sponge cake is 35% higher.
- Sponge cake has 5 times less polyunsaturated fat than pound cake. Pound cake has 3.419g of polyunsaturated fat, while sponge cake has 0.649g.
- Sponge cake is lower in saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) and Cake, sponge, prepared from recipe.
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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 | +11.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +12.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +33.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -39.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +51.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +270% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +34.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +12.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +63.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5 g
Fats:
13.96 g
Carbs:
53.64 g
Water:
25.87 g
Other:
1.53 g
Protein:
7.3 g
Fats:
4.3 g
Carbs:
57.7 g
Water:
29.4 g
Other:
1.3 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +224.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +46% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +13.6% |
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Carbs
~57.7g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.419 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.301 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.576 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.649 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +91.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +426.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -73% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 66mg | 170mg | 35% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 18.5µg | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.419g | 0.649g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 4.811g | 1.301g | 16% |
| Fats | 13.96g | 4.3g | 15% |
| Threonine | 153mg | 0.308mg | 15% |
| Choline | 65.6mg | 12% | |
| Starch | 17.36g | 7% | |
| Sodium | 377mg | 228mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 140mg | 100mg | 6% |
| Protein | 5g | 7.3g | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.249mg | 0.301mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.65mg | 4% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.02g | 1.576g | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 34IU | 4% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.615mg | 1.204mg | 3% |
| Calories | 353kcal | 297kcal | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.11mg | 0.167mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.036mg | 0.059mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.056mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 2% | |
| Vitamin A | 70µg | 77µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 42mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.173mg | 0.159mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.43mg | 0.59mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 0.546mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.48mg | 1.58mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 53.64g | 57.7g | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Folate | 42µg | 39µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 53.04g | 57.7g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 149mg | 141mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 33.36g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.36µg | 0.37µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.192g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0.089mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.204mg | 0.35mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.397mg | 0.59mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.198mg | 0.418mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0.192mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.239mg | 0.374mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.249mg | 0.395mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.117mg | 0.172mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.007g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.372g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.895g | 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
26%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sponge cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sponge cake contains less Sodium (difference - 149mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sponge cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.51g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sponge cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pound cake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 104mg)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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