Alegria Amaranth Candy

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Ingredients

  • 5 cups amaranth grains
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons piloncillo may be substituted with dark brown sugar and molasses
  • 1 1/4 tablespoons lime juice

Instructions

  1. Place the amaranth grains into a large bowl.
  2. In a saucepan, add 3/4 cup water, sugar, piloncillo, and lime juice over medium-high heat.
  3. Boil for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring continuously to avoid crystals.
  4. Pour the syrup over the amaranth and mix.
  5. Lightly grease a baking mold. Add the mixture and press down to even out the surface.
  6. Cut into any desired shape and serve.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

171 kcal 9% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1.5g 3% DV
Total Fat 13.8g 18% DV
Carbs 12.3g 4% DV
Fiber 1.7g 6% DV
Sugar 0.3g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 153.5mg 7% DV
Potassium 115.8mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 13.5mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 205mcg 23% DV
Vitamin C 10.7mg 12% DV
Calcium 24.8mg 2% DV
Iron 0.7mg 4% DV
Diet fit Low-carb Under 400 cal

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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