Fluffy Little Lemon Thingies Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup = 120 ml = 75 g organic almond flour (from Ölmühle Solling)
- 1/2 cup = 120 ml = 45 g vanilla whey protein
- 5 organic extra large eggs, separated (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup = 180 ml = 150 g erythritol crystals
- juice from 2 organic lemons (1/3 cup + 1 tablespoon = approx. 1 dl)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 383g | |
| Calories 391 | |
| Calories from Fat 175 | 45% |
| Total Fat 19.49g | 24% |
| Saturated Fat 6.06g | 24% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 819mg | 273% |
| Sodium 281mg | 12% |
| Potassium 457mg | 13% |
| Total Carbs 29.55g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.4g | 1% |
| Sugars 28.47g | 19% |
| Protein 25.06g | 40% |
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