Kastania

Kastania is a delightful vegan Greek dessert made from roasted chestnuts and flavored with aromatic spices, creating a warm and comforting treat. This dish is perfect for sharing and brings the essence of traditional Greek flavors into a modern, plant-based treat.

Ingredients

• roasted chestnuts - 200 grams
• maple syrup - 3 tablespoons
• almond milk - 100 ml
• cinnamon powder - 1 teaspoon
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• toasted walnuts - 30 grams
• cacao powder - 1 tablespoon
• sea salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. If the chestnuts are not roasted, score them and roast in the oven for about 15-20 minutes until tender. If they are already roasted, skip this step.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted chestnuts, maple syrup, almond milk, cinnamon powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt.
4. Using a fork or a potato masher, mash the mixture until it reaches a creamy consistency, leaving some chestnut pieces for texture.
5. Divide the mixture into two serving bowls.
6. Sprinkle toasted walnuts and cacao powder on top of each bowl for garnish.
7. Serve warm and enjoy your Kastania!

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 43 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 12 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from chestnuts and walnuts.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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