Castagnaccio Piemontese - Dolce Tipico

chestnut flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while all-purpose is more accessible.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds are lower in calories and cost.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: pecans

Almonds provide healthy fats and are often cheaper.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

In a large bowl, combine chestnut flour and salt.

Gradually add water while whisking to avoid lumps.

Stir in olive oil and mix until smooth.

Fold in chopped walnuts and pine nuts.

Add chopped rosemary and mix well.

Pour the batter into a greased baking dish.

Smooth the top with a spatula.

Sprinkle additional nuts on top if desired.

Bake for 25-30 minutes until the surface is firm.

Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes.

Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.

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