Castagnaccio Cake Recipe

Castagnaccio Cake Recipe

rivercottage.net

Enjoy this rich and dense gluten-free chestnut flour cake from Liguria, perfectly balanced with a delightful sweetness.

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Cooking tools:

  • Springform pan
  • Pastry brush
  • Baking parchment
  • Measuring cup
  • Kettle
  • Sifter
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Grater
  • Oven
  • Cooling rack
  • Skewer
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife

Ingredients

  • 75g sultanas or raisins
  • 100ml extra virgin olive oil, plus extra to serve
  • 400g chestnut flour
  • 50g soft light brown sugar
  • A pinch of sea salt
  • Finely grated zest of 1 orange
  • 25g pine nuts
  • Leaves from 1 rosemary sprig
  • Honey, or vegan alternative to serve

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