Shortcake vs. Doughnuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between shortcake and doughnuts
- Shortcake is richer in calcium and selenium, yet doughnuts are richer in phosphorus, folate, vitamin B1, and monounsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for doughnuts is 37% higher.
- Shortcake contains 5 times more calcium than doughnuts. Shortcake contains 205mg of calcium, while doughnuts contain 40mg.
- Shortcake contains less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Cake, shortcake, biscuit-type, prepared from recipe and Doughnuts, cake-type, plain (includes unsugared, old-fashioned).
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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 | +412.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +68.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +26.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +18.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +81.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +350% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +16.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +25.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +10.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +13.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +52% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +66.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +73.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +14.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +36.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +48.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +75.6% |
~equal in
Carbs
~47.06g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -66% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +41.3% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~3.915g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 3.772g | 11.105g | 33% |
| Calcium | 205mg | 40mg | 17% |
| Fats | 14.2g | 24.93g | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 143mg | 260mg | 17% |
| Selenium | 17µg | 10.1µg | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 1.99mg | 13% | |
| Starch | 25.91g | 11% | |
| Folate | 53µg | 92µg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 9.8µg | 8% | |
| Choline | 37.3mg | 7% | |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.311mg | 0.39mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.045g | 8.544g | 6% |
| Calories | 346kcal | 434kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.248mg | 0.377mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.03mg | 0.05mg | 2% |
| Protein | 6.1g | 5.31g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.272mg | 0.301mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.632g | 3.915g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.573mg | 2.91mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 18µg | 4µg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.076mg | 0.09mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 10mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 506mg | 477mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 106mg | 134mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Carbs | 48.5g | 47.06g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 48.5g | 45.36g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Iron | 2.54mg | 2.53mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 18.15g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.48mg | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.33mg | 0.333mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0.06µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.076mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.184mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.238mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.449mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.197mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.115mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.302mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.273mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.14mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.239g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.017g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.573g | 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
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32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortcake is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Shortcake is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.15g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Shortcake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.333g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shortcake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 75)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Doughnuts contains less Sodium (difference - 29mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Doughnuts 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.