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Correo Electrónico
Ingredientes
- 1 1/2 cups almonds (200g)
- 3 1/2 cups water
- 2 - 3 tablespoons honey (or 3 dates)
- pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 943g | |
| Calories 499 | |
| Calories from Fat 236 | 47% |
| Total Fat 28.17g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat 2.13g | 9% |
| Trans Fat 0.01g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 191mg | 8% |
| Potassium 435mg | 12% |
| Total Carbs 56.14g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.1g | 24% |
| Sugars 45.86g | 31% |
| Protein 12.26g | 20% |
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