Corsican Chestnut Cake Recipe

This delicious and nutty Corsican chestnut cake makes for a perfect dessert or snack. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb of chestnuts
• 1 cup of sugar
• 1/2 cup of flour
• 1/2 cup of butter
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup of milk
• 1 tsp of baking powder
• A pinch of salt

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Clean the chestnuts and make small incisions on their bottoms.
3. Boil chestnuts for about 20 minutes, then remove them from water. Peel off chestnuts’ shells and skin while still hot.
4. Separate yolks and whites of the eggs. Beat the yolks with the sugar.
5. Add in the flour, baking powder, milk, and softened butter; continue to mix to create a soft, smooth batter.
6. Beat the egg whites with salt in a separate bowl until they are stiff and form soft peaks. Add the whipped egg whites into the batter.
7. Cut half of the chestnuts into small pieces and add them to the batter, and mix well.
8. Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch baking dish.
9. Arrange the remaining chestnuts on top of the cake batter in a decorative fashion.
10. Bake the cake for about 45-50 minutes until it is golden brown and springy to touch.

Serving Suggestions:

This Corsican chestnut cake can be served either warm or cold, dusted with powdered sugar or topped with whipped cream. It goes nicely with a hot cup of coffee or tea and makes for a great dessert following any meal.

Verdict:

This Corsican chestnut cake is a delicious and nutty treat that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth! The chestnuts add a unique and satisfying crunch to each bite while the cake batter is soft and airy.