CASTAGNACCIO: CHESTNUT FLOUR CAKE

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Castagnaccio: Chestnut Flour Cake image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

14 ounces/400 g chestnut flour
2 tablespoons/30 ml sugar
Pinch salt
2 cups/1/2 l water
4 tablespoons/60 ml extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup/125 ml raisins
1/2 cup/125 ml pine nuts
Sprig fresh rosemary
Zest of 1 orange

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. In a mixing bowl combine the flour, sugar, salt, and water. Whisk the batter well until the batter is silky smooth in consistency. Add the olive oil to a nonstick pie pan and heat in the oven for 5 minutes. Once the oil and pie pan are hot, add the batter. Smooth out the batter evenly. Sprinkle the raisins, pine nuts, rosemary and orange zest on top. Bake the cake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the top is golden.

T Bramz Pro
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I'm not a fan of the texture of this cake. I prefer a lighter, fluffier cake.


Mason Joshua Pollard
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This cake is the perfect way to use up leftover chestnut flour.


Angelique DaSilva
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I'm always looking for new gluten-free recipes, and this one is a winner!


Prince Bharura
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This cake is so moist and flavorful! I can't believe it's gluten-free.


Kayra web
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I love the rustic look of this cake. It's perfect for a casual gathering.


Leigha Alexander
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I'm not a good baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great.


Obaidi Khan
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The cake is absolutely delicious.


Jaime Davis
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I've never had castagnaccio before, but I'm definitely a fan now. It's a unique and delicious cake.


Timmy Morgan
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted almond flour for the chestnut flour. It turned out great!


Bradley Hairstyles
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I made this cake for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Md ShahinurIslam Sujon
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I'm not a fan of chestnut flour. I found the cake to be too dense and heavy.


Lex Effect
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it always turns out perfectly.


AVRI APOCALYPSE (AVRI APOCALYPSE)
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I added some chopped walnuts to the batter for extra flavor. It was a great addition!


Bappy Chaudhary
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This cake is so moist and flavorful! I love the nutty taste of the chestnut flour. It's the perfect fall dessert.


Tochukwu destiny
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my castagnaccio turned out dry and crumbly. Not sure what went wrong.


Zukiswa Ntengento
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. With just a few ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying cake. I'll definitely be making this again.


Bashar Dost
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This was my first time making castagnaccio, and it was surprisingly easy! The hardest part was finding chestnut flour, but it was worth the effort. The cake was delicious and a hit with my friends.


MD MDRone
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I was skeptical about using chestnut flour, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The castagnaccio turned out perfectly: moist, dense, and not too sweet. It's a great fall dessert!


Sc Sajol
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This castagnaccio recipe was a delightful surprise! I've never worked with chestnut flour before, but it resulted in a moist, flavorful cake with a unique nutty taste. My family loved it!