Clement Faugier Chestnut Spread 78g

Chestnut Spread

Sweet, smooth and wonderfully nutty, Clement Faugier Chestnut Spread 78g is a little taste of traditional French patisserie. Made using the original Crème de Marrons de l’Ardèche recipe created in 1885, this classic French chestnut cream combines the delicate, earthy sweetness of chestnuts with a gentle hint of vanilla for a beautifully rich and comforting flavour.

With its thick, velvety texture, this sweet chestnut spread is delicious spooned over warm pancakes, swirled through natural yoghurt or spread generously onto freshly toasted brioche. It's equally lovely paired with dark chocolate, whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, making it a versatile ingredient for simple desserts and more adventurous baking.

Made with 50% chestnuts, including candied chestnuts, this traditional French speciality is particularly popular in autumn and winter baking. Use it to fill delicate pastries, flavour buttercream, layer into cakes or recreate the famous French Mont Blanc dessert with its distinctive chestnut cream topping.

At i4C, we love discovering those little French pantry favourites that make an ordinary afternoon treat feel special. This handy 78g portion is just the thing for trying chestnut cream for the first time, adding a touch of French patisserie to your baking or enjoying a little spoonful when you fancy something sweet.

Key Features:

• 78g portion of Clement Faugier Chestnut Spread.
• Traditional Crème de Marrons de l’Ardèche.
• Original recipe developed in Privas, France, in 1885.
• Contains 50% chestnuts.
• Made with candied chestnuts and natural vanilla flavour.
• A classic speciality from the Ardèche region of France.

Recipe Inspiration:

• Chestnut & Chocolate Crêpes: Spread warm French crêpes with chestnut cream, drizzle with melted dark chocolate and finish with a dusting of icing sugar.
• Mini Mont Blanc Desserts: Pipe sweetened chestnut cream over small meringue nests filled with whipped cream for a simple take on the classic French dessert.
• Chestnut & Vanilla Cheesecake Pots: Layer crushed digestive biscuits with vanilla cheesecake filling and spoonfuls of chestnut spread for an easy individual dessert.
• Chestnut Swirl Brownies: Dollop chestnut cream over chocolate brownie batter and gently swirl through before baking for a rich, nutty twist.

What is the difference between chestnut spread and unsweetened chestnut purée?

Chestnut spread, also known as crème de marrons, is sweetened and usually flavoured with vanilla, making it ready to enjoy in desserts. Unsweetened chestnut purée has a more natural, earthy flavour and is commonly used in both savoury and sweet recipes. When baking with chestnut spread, you may need to reduce the amount of additional sugar in your recipe.

Why is chestnut cream associated with the Ardèche region of France?

The Ardèche has a long history of chestnut cultivation, with chestnuts playing an important role in the region's traditional cooking. The area's chestnut-growing heritage helped establish specialities such as crème de marrons and marrons glacés, which remain popular in French confectionery and patisserie today.

Can chestnut spread be used as a filling for macarons and cakes?

Yes, although its consistency is worth considering. Chestnut cream can be mixed with buttercream, mascarpone or a chocolate ganache to create a firmer filling for macarons, sandwich cakes and pastries. This also allows you to balance its sweetness and adjust the texture to suit your bake.

Ingredients:

Chestnuts 50%, sugar, candied chestnuts (chestnuts, sugar, glucose syrup, natural vanilla flavour), water, glucose syrup, natural vanilla flavour.

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