Peking Dust

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 6

Peking Dust: A Sweet Delight for Chestnut Lovers

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

1 hour

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

460

Sugar

24g

Fat

39g

Peking Dust is a sweet and unique dessert that originated in China. It gets its name from the finely ground chestnuts used to make it, which are reminiscent of dust. This recipe adds sugar and cream to the chestnuts to create a creamy and delicious texture that is perfect for serving as a dessert. Peking Dust is often served during the winter holidays in China as a special treat. It is a great way to showcase the natural sweetness and nutty flavor of chestnuts.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.	With a sharp knife, cut an 'X' on the flat side of each chestnut.
3.	Place the chestnuts on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
4.	Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Use a towel to remove shells and skins from the chestnuts.
5.	Place chestnuts in a food processor and pulse until they are coarsely ground.
6.	In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the chestnuts, salt, sugar, and heavy cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 10-15 minutes or until the mixture is thick.
7.	Remove from heat and let cool.
8.	In a separate bowl, whisk together the caster sugar and vanilla extract until fluffy.
9.	Fold the whipped sugar mixture into the chestnut mixture.
10.	Serve the Peking Dust chilled, garnished with additional whipped cream and crushed chestnuts, if desired.

PROS

Peking Dust is a unique and sweet dessert that is perfect for chestnut lovers.

The recipe uses simple ingredients and is easy to make.

It can be served chilled, making it a great dessert for hot summer days.

CONS

Chestnuts can be difficult to peel and grind, requiring some patience and care in their preparation.

The high amount of cream and sugar make this dessert high in calories and fat, making it a treat that should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Peking Dust is not particularly healthy, chestnuts are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
They are also low in cholesterol and have been linked to improving heart health and aiding in digestion.

	2 lbs fresh chestnuts
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/4 cup sugar
	1 1/4 cups heavy cream
	3 1/2 tablespoons caster sugar
	3 drops vanilla extract ( optional )