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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 2 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup flax seeds
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch mace (less than 1/4 teaspoon)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 Tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup plus 2 Tablespoons agave nectar plus a bit more for drizzling
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, simply scooped, not packed down
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup raisins
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