Chestnut cake

Chestnut Cake

Chestnut Cake

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The Chestnut Cake is a delicious dessert made primarily from chestnuts. It is a popular dish in many cuisines around the world.

Ingredients

To make a chestnut cake, you will need the following ingredients:

• 500 grams of chestnuts
• 200 grams of sugar
• 100 grams of butter
• 4 eggs
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

Follow these steps to prepare a mouthwatering chestnut cake:

1. Start by preheating the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Make a small incision on each chestnut and place them in a pot of boiling water. Boil for about 10 minutes.
3. Remove the chestnuts from the water and peel off their shells and inner skins.
4. In a food processor, blend the peeled chestnuts until they form a smooth paste.
5. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
6. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
7. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
8. Gradually add the chestnut paste to the butter mixture, mixing well.
9. Sift the baking powder into the mixture and fold gently until fully incorporated.
10. Grease a cake pan and pour the batter into it.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
12. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Chestnut cake can be enjoyed on its own or with a variety of accompaniments. Here are a few serving suggestions:

• Dust the cake with powdered sugar before serving.
• Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
• Garnish with fresh berries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.

See Also

• Chestnut
• Dessert
• Cake

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