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Making Sweetened Chestnut Puree

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Asked on 30 Nov 2019 by claw

How can I sweeten unsweetened chestnut purée? I want to make Delia’s Iced Chocolate Chestnut Creams with White Chocolate Sauce but I cannot find sweetened chestnut purée so will need to make my own. Many thanks

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Lindsey, Food Editor replied

Hello, 

I would make a thick sugar syrup with 100g sugar, 200ml water and a split vanilla pod – heat gently until the sugar has dissolved then leave to cool.

Then if you have a processor, whiz the chestnut purée until smooth, then add the syrup gradually until you get a soft glossy purée (you might not need all of the syrup!). 

If you don’t have a processor you could use an electric whisk or a wooden spoon with a generous amount of elbow grease!

The brand we use is Clement Faugier Chestnut puree with vanilla. Frenchclick sell it online.

Best wishes

Lindsey

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claw replied

Thanks Lindsey. Will the amount of sugar syrup you suggest work for the both the two cans of sweetened chestnut purée needed for the recipe or just for one?

Claire

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Lindsey, Food Editor replied

Hello Claire,

I don’t know as I haven’t actually tested this. I’m hoping that amount I’ve suggested will be more that you need. Add it gradually until you get a very smooth soft glossy puree that is firm enough to just hold its shape but soft enough to spread easily. 

I hope that helps.

Lindsey

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