Shortbread vs. Marble cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Shortbread and Marble cake different?
- Shortbread is higher in Iron, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Folate, Manganese, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin E, however, Marble cake is richer in Phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for Phosphorus from Marble cake is 30% higher.
- Shortbread contains 3 times more Saturated Fat than Marble cake. While Shortbread contains 8.105g of Saturated Fat, Marble cake contains only 2.45g.
Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain and Cake, pudding-type, marble, dry mix are the varieties used 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 IronIron | +84% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +40% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -32% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +182.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +138.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +28.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +484.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +39.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +50% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +316.7% |
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 | +187.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +95% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +141.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +111.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +234.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +184% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +292.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +125% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +400% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
Protein:
3.4 g
Fats:
11.7 g
Carbs:
79.5 g
Water:
3.1 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +57.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +124.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +16.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +24.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +123.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
8.105 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.708 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.326 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.45 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.779 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +41.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +120.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -69.8% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 514kcal | 416kcal |
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| Protein | 5.37g | 3.4g |
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| Fats | 26.22g | 11.7g |
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| Net carbs | 62.48g | 76.6g |
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| Carbs | 63.78g | 79.5g |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 13mg | 76mg |
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| Potassium | 88mg | 123mg |
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| Iron | 2.98mg | 1.62mg |
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| Sugar | 21.65g | 35.71g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g | 2.9g |
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| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.135mg |
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| Zinc | 0.49mg | 0.35mg |
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| Starch | 40.47g |
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| Phosphorus | 66mg | 275mg |
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| Sodium | 353mg | 519mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1IU | 2IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 1µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 0.85mg |
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| Manganese | 0.393mg | 0.139mg |
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| Selenium | 6.2µg | 2.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.181mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.314mg | 0.13mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.275mg | 1.546mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.321mg | 0.096mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.071mg | 0.025mg |
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| Vitamin K | 11µg | 2.8µg |
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| Folate | 81µg | 36µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.714g |
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| Choline | 0.9mg | 4.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.105g | 2.45g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.708g | 4.75g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.326g | 3.779g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.049mg |
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| Threonine | 0.105mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.127mg |
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| Leucine | 0.22mg |
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| Lysine | 0.133mg |
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| Methionine | 0.049mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.158mg |
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| Valine | 0.164mg |
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| Histidine | 0.065mg |
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| Fructose | 0.3g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.885g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 7.253g |
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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
30%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shortbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.06g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shortbread contains less Sodium (difference - 166mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Shortbread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Marble cake is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.655g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Marble cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 64)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.