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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 2 Tbsp semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate
- 1/2 tsp butter
- Fresh Raspberries
- For Cocktail:
- 4 oz vodka
- 2 oz chocolate liqueur
- 1 Tbsp raspberry liqueur
- 2 oz half and half
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 206g | |
| Calories 487 | |
| Calories from Fat 168 | 34% |
| Total Fat 19.52g | 24% |
| Saturated Fat 12.11g | 48% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 35mg | 12% |
| Sodium 56mg | 2% |
| Potassium 220mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs 10.83g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.9g | 10% |
| Sugars 3.4g | 2% |
| Protein 4.28g | 7% |
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