Chestnut spoon cups
- Gluten Free
- Vegetarian
- Energy Kcal 1004
- Carbohydrates g 114.5
- of which sugars g 70.7
- Protein g 9
- Fats g 56.3
- of which saturated fat g 32.1
- Fiber g 12.1
- Cholesterol mg 123
- Sodium mg 43
- Difficulty: Average
- Prep time: 30 min
- Cook time: 30 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Average
- Note + cooling time
PRESENTATION
Rich chestnut flavor always brings a cozy, welcoming feeling, and chestnut spoon cups deliver just that—with every bite showing off that soft, nutty taste families love. These chestnut desserts come in cute, individual cups—looks really nice for autumn and winter seasons, and the color always fits in with a holiday dessert table. People often notice the velvety texture—think thick chestnut mousse—with layers of dark chocolate that give this treat a DECADENT finish, without being too heavy. Pretty sure most families appreciate seeing these on the table for holiday gatherings or as a fun finish for a Sunday meal, since the rich taste stands out, but isn't fussy. Kids like the light whipped cream topping, while adults enjoy the hint of Italian comfort and old-school sweetness. Guess that’s why chestnut recipes like this become quick favorites—you get something a little unexpected, yet classic enough that everyone tries it.
Busy home cooks and regular families really value desserts that feel special, but don’t add stress. Since chestnut spoon cups check all the boxes for a crowd-pleaser—a single-serve treat, elegant look, great flavor—these get lots of requests at parties and celebrations. Works for so many occasions: easy kid birthdays, dinner guests, potlucks, or just a nice finish for fall or winter. Simple swaps make this even more flexible (fancy with strong espresso, easy for a weeknight with cocoa on top, or totally family style with fruit next to it). Always satisfying, never dull, and the combination of chestnut, chocolate, and whipped cream means you get a dessert with good balance—sweet but not overly so, nutty yet creamy. Really, for families seeking reliable whipped cream dessert options that fit holiday gatherings, bring in some Italian comfort, or shine on a mixed dessert table, this is one that gets remembered and enjoyed. Everyone loves the individual servings, the smooth feel, and the way it turns something simple into a DELICIOUS family tradition.
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INGREDIENTS
- Ingredients for 4 cups of 4.6 oz each
- Chestnuts 1.5 lbs (700 g)
- Dark chocolate 5.3 oz (150 g)
- Butter 5.3 oz (150 g)
- Sugar 0.67 cup (130 g)
- Rum 1 ¼ tsp (6 ml)
- For garnishing
- Fresh liquid cream 1 cup (300 g)
- Dark chocolate 1.6 oz (45 g)
- Powdered sugar ⅛ cup (20 g)
How to prepare Chestnut spoon cups
To prepare the chestnut spoon cups, start with cooking the chestnuts. Score the chestnuts with a small knife 1, then drop them into boiling water 2 and boil them for about 30 minutes (you can reduce the time using a pressure cooker) 2. While the chestnuts are cooking, coarsely chop the dark chocolate and place it in a bowl set over a saucepan to melt the chocolate in a double boiler 3; make sure the water in the saucepan does not touch the bottom of the bowl.
When the chocolate is melted, add the butter and stir with a whisk 4 to melt it into the chocolate. Then set the prepared mixture aside 5. Drain the now-cooked chestnuts 6,
peel them while still hot 7 and pass the fruits through a sieve (8-9).
Collect the flour obtained in a bowl, add the sugar 10 and the melted chocolate mixture 11. Mix everything with a spatula 12
then work it with a whisk 13 and finally add the rum 14. Place the mixture obtained in a piping bag without a nozzle or with a fairly wide nozzle. Take 4 cups with a capacity of 4.6 oz and pour the cream inside, leaving at least 1.5 inches from the edge 15.
Cover with plastic wrap 16 and place them in the refrigerator to set for at least 1 hour. In the meantime, whip the fresh cream with the powdered sugar 17, then take the cups out of the refrigerator after 1 hour and with the help of a piping bag with a star nozzle, complete each cup with a dollop of cream. Grate the dark chocolate with a vegetable peeler to create shavings to garnish the cups.
Grate the dark chocolate with a vegetable peeler 19 to create shavings and decorate your chocolate chestnut cups (20-21)!