This recipe is handed down to me by my Italian mother. I grew up with this dessert. It's quick and easy. The chestnut puree may be hard to find. It's actually called 'Torta di Castagne' or Chestnut Cake. It just looks like a salami log. Great for a holiday meal. Great topped with whip cream.
Provided by Maria Zuccarello
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 8h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Stir together the sugar, cocoa powder, butter, and chestnut puree in a bowl. Fold in the almonds and walnuts until evenly blended. Pat the mixture into a log and wrap tightly with wax paper. Refrigerate overnight before slicing to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 527.7 calories, Carbohydrate 68.8 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 26.7 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 110.7 mg, Sugar 50.2 g
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