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Correo Electrónico
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Raciónes: 8
Ingredientes
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 large egg
- 1 package (2 1/4 teaspoons) quick-rise yeast
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 3/4 cups unbleached flour
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 cup finely chopped almonds
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 86g | |
| Recipe makes 8 servings | |
| Calories 263 | |
| Calories from Fat 75 | 29% |
| Total Fat 8.61g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat 4.41g | 18% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 44mg | 15% |
| Sodium 165mg | 7% |
| Potassium 112mg | 3% |
| Total Carbs 41.7g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.3g | 4% |
| Sugars 20.17g | 13% |
| Protein 5.34g | 9% |
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