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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 2 packets (= 2 Tbsp) powdered gelatin
- 1/2 to 3/4 cups sugar (to taste)
- 1 cup cool (room-temperature) water
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 cup very cold water (or ice cubes) How to do it:
View Full Recipe at Adventures in BreadLand
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 836g | |
| Calories 484 | |
| Calories from Fat 0 | 0% |
| Total Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 28mg | 1% |
| Potassium 3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbs 124.98g | 33% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 124.89g | 83% |
| Protein 0.0g | 0% |
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