Corn Muffin Mix vs Cupcakes
Overall, Corn Muffin Mix has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Corn Muffin Mix | Cupcakes |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 462 kcal | 370 kcal |
| Fat | 15.4 g | 17 g |
| Saturated fat | 6.4 g | 7.5 g |
| Sugars | 21.8 g | 26 g |
| Salt | 2.3 g | 0.6 g |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | — |
| Protein | 9 g | 6.5 g |
| Additives | 6 | 2 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Cupcakes has 20% fewer calories (370 kcal vs 462 kcal).
- Corn Muffin Mix has 15% less saturated fat (6.4 g vs 7.5 g).
- Corn Muffin Mix has 16% less sugar (21.8 g vs 26 g).
- Cupcakes has 76% less salt (0.6 g vs 2.3 g).
- Corn Muffin Mix has 28% more protein (9 g vs 6.5 g).
Ingredients
Corn Muffin Mix
wheat flour, degerminated yellow corn meal, sugar, lard (hydrogenated lard, BHT and citric acid preservatives), baking soda, tricalcium phosphate, sodium acid pyrophosphate, monocalcium phosphate, salt, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid, wheat starch
Cupcakes
Farine de _blé_, sucre, amidon de maïs, poudre à lever (e575, e500), arôme naturel de vanille, arôme
FAQ
Which is healthier: Corn Muffin Mix or Cupcakes?
Overall, Corn Muffin Mix has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Cupcakes has fewer calories: 370 kcal versus 462 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Corn Muffin Mix has less sugar: 21.8 g versus 26 g per 100 g.