Homemade Chestnut Spread
Chestnuts are a popular ingredient in many holiday dishes and desserts around the world.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 5.
Homemade Chestnut Spread
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Cut a small slit on the flat side of each chestnut.
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Place the chestnuts on a baking sheet and roast them in the oven for about 20 minutes.
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Remove the chestnuts from the oven and let them cool slightly.
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Peel the chestnuts while they are still warm.
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In a saucepan, combine the peeled chestnuts, sugar, water, vanilla extract, and salt.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the chestnuts are soft and the liquid has thickened, about 10 minutes.
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Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
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Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
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Allow the chestnut spread to cool completely before transferring it to a jar.
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Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 9g14%
- Total Carbohydrate 24g8%
- Sugars 12g
- Protein 1g2%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
