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- Flour 101: The Definitive Guide to the Different Types of Baking Flours
- Cocoa Powder 101: Natural Unsweetened vs Dutch-Process
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 28g | |
| Calories 111 | |
| Calories from Fat 10 | 9% |
| Total Fat 1.12g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0.67g | 3% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 141mg | 6% |
| Potassium 199mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs 23.44g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.0g | 3% |
| Sugars 18.35g | 12% |
| Protein 1.87g | 3% |
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