Nigella’s Chestnut Puree is a velvety sweet treat consisting of roasted chestnuts, sugar, water, and vanilla that takes 40 minutes to be ready!
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🤎 Why You’ll Love This Chestnut Puree Recipe:
- Decadent flavor with a hint of vanilla.
- Smooth, creamy texture.
- Homemade goodness without preservatives.
❓ What Is Nigella’s Chestnut Puree Recipe?
Nigella’s Chestnut Puree Recipe combines roasted chestnuts, sugar, water, and vanilla, simmered to a luscious consistency. Blend into a smooth puree, perfect for desserts or savory dishes, enhancing every bite.
🥜 Nigella Chestnut Puree Ingredients
- 12 ounces roasted chestnut (peeled)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
🍮 How To Make Nigella Chestnut Puree
- Bring the nuts, sugar, and water to a boil in a saucepan.
- Simmer, for 25–35 minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated, on medium-low heat.
- Take it off the heat and whisk in the vanilla.
- Transfer the strained chestnuts to a food processor, reserving the sugar syrup, and process until pureed.
- Pour in the syrup little by little until it reaches the consistency you like.
- Let it cool before putting it in the fridge.
💭 Recipe Tips
- Ensure chestnuts are thoroughly roasted and peeled for the best flavor.
- Adjust syrup consistency to personal preference.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Experiment with spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for added depth.
🥮 What Pairs Nicely With Chestnut Puree?
Complement Chestnut Puree with desserts like cakes, pastries, or as a filling for crepes, also complements dishes like roasted meats or as a topping for toast.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Chestnut Puree?
- In The Fridge: Keep leftover chestnut puree in a tightly sealed container for up to 4 days.
- In The Freezer: Freeze leftover chestnut puree in portions for up to 3 months. Allow to thaw in the fridge before using.
🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Chestnut Puree?
- Stove: Gently warm leftover chestnut puree for 3 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally.
- Microwave: Heat leftover chestnut puree in short 60-second intervals, stirring in between, until warmed through.
FAQs
Is chestnut spread the same as chestnut puree?
No, chestnut cream, also called chestnut spread or creme de marron, is sweeter and creamier compared to chestnut puree.
Why is my chestnut puree not sweet?
Your chestnut puree may lack sweetness due to insufficient sugar. Sweeten it by gradually beating in icing sugar until desired taste.
What does chestnut puree taste like?
Chestnut puree offers a nuttier and earthier flavor profile, with subtle sweetness and a rich, creamy texture enhancing various dishes.
Why is my chestnut puree grainy?
Graininess in your chestnut puree may occur due to insufficient blending, leaving chestnut particles intact, resulting in a thicker texture.
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Nigella Chestnut Puree Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
- Calories 24.9
- Total Fat 0g
- Sodium 0mg
- Carbohydrates 6g
- Net carbs 5g
- Fiber 1g
- Sugar 0g
- Protein 1g
Nigella Chestnut Puree
Description
Nigella’s Chestnut Puree is a velvety sweet treat consisting of roasted chestnuts, sugar, water, and vanilla that takes 40 minutes to be ready!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Bring the nuts, sugar, and water to a boil in a saucepan.
- Simmer, for 25–35 minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated, on medium-low heat.
- Take it off the heat and whisk in the vanilla.
- Transfer the strained chestnuts to a food processor, reserving the sugar syrup, and process until pureed.
- Pour in the syrup little by little until it reaches the consistency you like.
- Let it cool before putting it in the fridge.
Notes
- Ensure chestnuts are thoroughly roasted and peeled for the best flavor.
Adjust syrup consistency to personal preference.
Experiment with spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for added depth.