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Sweet Chestnut Cream

A sweetened puree of roasted chestnuts that is the perfect addition to holiday desserts and baking.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert, Holiday, Sauces
Cuisine: American, Asian, Italian

Ingredients

  • 20 ounces of chestnuts, roasted and peeled
  • 2 cups of water
  • 1 cup of brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons of natural unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • a pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  • Place the roasted and peeled chestnuts in a saucepan with a cup of brown sugar and 2 cups of water 
  • Bring the water to a simmer and cook until the chestnuts have softened (about 15 minutes)
  • Use a spider or slotted spoon to transfer the softened chestnuts into a food processor and set the water they were simmered in aside for now  
  • Add 2 tablespoons of natural unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt and blend until completely combined
  • Slowly add the liquid the chestnuts were simmered in while blending on low until the consistency is thick and smooth
  • Use immediately or allow the mixture to cool and chill in an airtight container