Notes on Candied Chestnuts

Notes on Candied Chestnuts recipe pinit

Candied chestnuts, also known as marrons glacés, are a traditional holiday treat in many countries.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 5.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 4 Calories: 800
Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Make a cross-shaped incision on the flat side of each chestnut.
  2. Boil the chestnuts in water for 5 minutes, then drain.
  3. In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the chestnuts.
  5. Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  6. Remove the chestnuts from the syrup and let them cool on a wire rack.
  7. Once cooled, the candied chestnuts are ready to be served.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 200kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g8%
Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
Sugars 30g
Protein 2g4%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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