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Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon gelatin
- 1 1/2 cup = 360 ml heavy cream
- 2 + 2 tablespoons erythritol crystals
- 1 vanilla pod
- 3 oz = 85 g fresh blackcurrants
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 185g | |
| Calories 624 | |
| Calories from Fat 585 | 94% |
| Total Fat 66.6g | 83% |
| Saturated Fat 41.45g | 166% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 247mg | 82% |
| Sodium 72mg | 3% |
| Potassium 135mg | 4% |
| Total Carbs 5.73g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 0.87g | 1% |
| Protein 3.75g | 6% |
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