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Castagnaccio toscano: la ricetta che profuma di autunno

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Tuscan Castagnaccio

Cultural Context

Tuscan Castagnaccio is a traditional chestnut flour cake originating from Tuscany, Italy. It reflects the region's agricultural heritage, utilizing chestnuts as a staple food. Traditionally enjoyed in the fall, this rustic dessert is often flavored with rosemary and nuts, embodying the simplicity and heartiness of Tuscan cuisine. Today, Castagnaccio is celebrated not only in Italy but also in various adaptations around the world, appealing to those seeking gluten-free options.

ItalianITTuscanydessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
Farina di castagne 350 gr
Acqua 460 ml
Uvetta 35 gr
Noci sgusciate 50 gr
Pinoli 40 gr
Rosmarino q.b.
Olio extravergine d'oliva prodotto in Toscana q.b.
Sale un pizzico

chestnut flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is lower in carbs, while all-purpose flour is more widely available.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds are lower in calories and pumpkin seeds are more affordable.

1

Mettere in ammollo l’uvetta.

2

Tritare le noci.

3

Ricavare le foglie del rosmarino.

4

In una ciotola mescolare farina di castagne, un pizzico di sale e acqua.

5

Aggiungere le noci tritate, pinoli, uvetta, rosmarino e olio extravergine d’oliva prodotto in Toscana.

6

Ungere una teglia con un po’ d’olio.

7

Versare il composto nella teglia e decorare la superficie con altra frutta secca, rosmarino, un goccio d’olio e infornare.

8

Cuocere in forno “statico” (già caldo) a 190 gradi per 30 minuti circa.

9

Quando il Castagnaccio sarà pronto, sfornarlo, lasciarlo raffreddare, tagliarne una fettina e gustarlo!

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

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Dietary

vegetarianveganplant-basedpescatariandairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

CastagnaccioChestnut Cake
Local Name: Castagnaccio toscano

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