Chestnut Truffle Cake
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of this chestnut truffle cake - a delightful treat that combines the earthy sweetness of chestnuts with the smooth richness of dark chocolate. The velvety texture of this dessert is guaranteed to impress your guests and leave a lasting impression with its luxurious taste and elegant presentation. Perfect for special occasions or when you're craving a luxurious sweet treat, this chestnut truffle cake is a true delight for the senses.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 400g cooked chestnuts
- 100g caster sugar
- 100g butter , chopped into cubes
- 100g dark chocolate , minimum 70% cocoa solids, broken into pieces
- 3 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp cognac
- 100g dark chocolate , minimum 70% cocoa solids
- 25g butter
- 1 tbsp single cream , plus extra to serve
- icing sugar , to decorate
Instructions
- Put the chestnuts in the food processor with the sugar, then process until fairly smooth. Put the butter and chocolate in a pan with the milk, then gently heat, stirring, until they have melted to a smooth sauce. Stir in the vanilla and cognac. Add to the chestnut mix in the food processor, then whizz again until fairly smooth.
- Line a lightly buttered small loaf tin with cling film, then pour in the chestnut truffle mix. Smooth the top, then cover the tin with cling film. Chill for 24 hrs.
- To serve, turn the truffle cake out onto a flat plate or board. Peel off the cling film. Gently melt the chocolate, butter and cream for the topping, then spread over the top and sides of the cake. Return to the fridge to set. Will keep in the fridge for another 6 days. Decorate with a dusting of icing sugar. Serve cut into thin slices with a little single cream poured around (cold vanilla custard is also very good).
Yield
Serves 6 - 8
Nutrition
- Calories: 525 calories
- Fat Content: 29 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 17 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 64 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 44 grams sugar
- Protein Content: 4 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.36 milligram of sodium
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