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Correo Electrónico
Ingredientes
- 8 ounces shelled hazelnuts
- 1 cup confectioner's sugar
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons hazelnut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 337g | |
| Calories 1688 | |
| Calories from Fat 800 | 47% |
| Total Fat 93.86g | 117% |
| Saturated Fat 8.57g | 34% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1562mg | 65% |
| Potassium 1280mg | 37% |
| Total Carbs 203.5g | 54% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.0g | 43% |
| Sugars 174.24g | 116% |
| Protein 20.86g | 33% |
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