Golden toasted bread topped with creamy chestnut spread splashed with hints of green herbs and covered with a dusting of parmesan. A drizzle of truffle oil and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper create a seducing glossy finish.

Chestnut and Truffle Bruschetta

Name: Chestnut and Truffle Bruschetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: fresh chestnuts, 150 grams roasted and peeled; whole grain Italian bread, 2 slices; truffle oil, 1 tablespoon; garlic, 1 clove halved; extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley), finely chopped; salt, to taste; black pepper, freshly ground; Parmesan cheese, 50 grams grated

Category Side Dish

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 15 minutes

Style Italian

Technique Baking

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: January 14, 2025

Our star ingredient, chestnuts, is a staple in Italian cooking throughout the colder months. Their sweet nuttiness pairs beautifully with fresh vegetables and herbs in this rendition of a classic Bruschetta. A touch of truffle oil lifts the dish to new heights, offering complexity and sophistication.

Ingredients (for 2)

Fresh chestnuts - 150 grams - roasted and peeled
Whole grain italian bread - 2 slices
Truffle oil - 1 tablespoon
Garlic - 1 clove - halved
Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley) - - finely chopped
Salt - to taste
Black pepper - - freshly ground
Parmesan cheese - 50 grams - grated

Preparation

Step 1 - 🔥⏲️🌡️

Preheat your oven to 350°F for baking the bread later.
Step 2 - 🔪🌰✨

Slice 150 grams of fresh chestnuts that have been roasted and peeled into thin pieces.
Step 3 - 🥖🖌️🛢️

Place 2 slices of whole grain Italian bread on a baking tray and brush both sides with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Step 4 - 🛠️⏲️🔥

Bake the slices for 5 minutes on each side or until crispy.
Step 5 - 🥘🔥🌿

While the bread is baking, warm up the sliced chestnuts with a tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley) in a small saucepan.
Step 6 - 🍞🧄🖐️

After removing the bread slices from the oven, rub a halved garlic clove on the toasted bread.
Step 7 - 🍞🌰🥄

Now, spread the warm chestnut mix on the toasted bread slices.
Step 8 - 💧🥖🍄

Drizzle a generous amount of 1 tablespoon of truffle oil over the bruschetta.
Step 9 - 🧀🌶️✨

Finish with a sprinkle of 50 grams Parmesan cheese and some freshly ground black pepper.
Step 10 - 🍽️😋🎉

Serve your delicious chestnut bruschetta immediately while it's still warm.

Additional

This is a flavor-packed side that pairs beautifully with a warm soup. The dish can also be turned into a delightful starter with a side of mixed greens. If you want to add a meaty twist, we recommend topping it with thinly sliced prosciutto. Involve your kids by letting them brush the bread with oil or sprinkle the garnish.