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Chestnut Cream Slice

A delicate and indulgent dessert layered with chestnut puree, creamy custard, and whipped cream, perfect for sharing on special occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet
Cuisine: Festive, International
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the base
  • 250 grams chestnut puree
  • 150 grams ground biscuits
  • 50 grams butter
  • 3 tablespoons rum
  • 2 tablespoons milk
For the vanilla cream
  • 700 milliliters milk
  • 200 grams sugar
  • 1 packet vanilla sugar
  • 2 packets vanilla pudding powder
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 250 grams butter (softened)
For the topping
  • 400 milliliters whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 40 grams chocolate shavings

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Meld the chestnut puree with the ground biscuits, softened butter, and rum until smooth.
  2. Line a 30x20 cm board with parchment paper and evenly spread the chestnut mixture on it.
Vanilla Cream
  1. Bring 500 milliliters of milk to a gentle boil.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the remaining 200 milliliters of milk, sugar, vanilla sugar, pudding powder, and egg yolks until smooth.
  3. Pour this mixture into the boiling milk, stirring continuously until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
  4. Once cooled, mix with electric mixer while gradually incorporating softened butter until creamy.
  5. Spread the vanilla cream evenly over the chestnut base and refrigerate to set.
Whipped Cream Topping
  1. Whip the remaining cream with sugar until stiff peaks form.
  2. Spread the whipped cream over the cooled vanilla layer.
  3. Sprinkle chocolate shavings on top.
  4. Refrigerate for three hours.
Serving
  1. Slice the Chestnut Cream Slice into portions and serve chilled.
  2. Pair with coffee or tea for a delightful experience.

Notes

Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days, wrapped to avoid drying out. For variations, consider using flavored chocolate or different spirits.