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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1 cup almond milk
- 2 tbsp. pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 2 tsp. maple syrup
- ½ tsp. pumpkin pie spice
- ½ tsp. vanilla extract
- ½ cup strong brewed coffee (or 2 shots of espresso)
- Fresh grated nutmeg (optional)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 403g | |
| Calories 1301 | |
| Calories from Fat 704 | 54% |
| Total Fat 81.82g | 102% |
| Saturated Fat 42.09g | 168% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 45mg | 15% |
| Sodium 268mg | 11% |
| Potassium 1288mg | 37% |
| Total Carbs 138.68g | 37% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.7g | 52% |
| Sugars 113.19g | 75% |
| Protein 21.82g | 35% |
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