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Correo Electrónico
Ingredientes
- 3 packages unflavored gelatin
- 1 cup cold water, divided
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¾ to 1 ½ teaspoons peppermint extract
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- Oil (grapeseed or canola preferred)
- Food coloring
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