Cookie vs Cake

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Cake is generally healthier

Cake comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (387 vs 435), more protein (3g vs 2g), less sodium (356mg vs 361mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Cake

387 kcal

More Protein

Cake

3g

More Fiber

Cookie

1.2g

Less Sugar

Cookie

33g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Cookie
435
Cake
387
Proteinper 100g
Cookie
2g
Cake
3g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Cookie
58g
Cake
47g
Fatper 100g
Cookie
21g
Cake
20g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientCookieCakeDifference
Calories435kcal387kcal+48.0kcal
Protein2g3g-1.0g
Carbohydrates58g47g+11.0g
Fat21g20g+1.0g
Fiber1.2g0.6g+0.6g
Sugar33g38g-5.0g
Sodium361mg356mg+5.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:

Cookie

Per 100g:435 calories
Per cup (150g):653 calories
Per serving (85g):370 calories

Cake

Per 100g:387 calories
Per cup (150g):581 calories
Per serving (85g):329 calories

Diet Compatibility

Cookie

VeganVegetarian

Cake

VeganVegetarian

When to Choose Cookie

  • More fiber (1.2g vs 0.6g)
  • Less sugar (33g vs 38g)

Common Uses

TreatsCelebrationsComfort foodSocial occasions
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When to Choose Cake

  • Lower in calories (387 vs 435)
  • Higher in protein (3g vs 2g)
  • Lower in carbs (47g vs 58g)
  • Lower sodium (356mg vs 361mg)

Common Uses

TreatsCelebrationsComfort foodSocial occasions
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