Snack

Perfect Roasted Chestnuts

Perfect Roasted Chestnuts are the ultimate holiday snack, roasted to perfection in the oven for a toasty, nutty treat. You guys have been asking for holiday comfort food, and these chestnuts deliver! The secret to the perfect peel? A quick boil before roasting at 450°F—it works like a charm.

The Recipe

Instructions

  1. 1

    Use a sharp knife to dig in a plus sign on the rounded side of each chestnut.

  2. 2

    Add the chestnuts to some cold water and let it come to a boil. This makes the skin peel back easily.

  3. 3

    Roast the chestnuts in the oven at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes.

  4. 4

    Cover the roasted chestnuts with a towel for about 15 minutes. The skin will peel right off.

Helpful Notes

  • ◈Using a sharp knife or a specialized chestnut tool can make scoring the chestnuts easier.
  • ◈Boiling the chestnuts before roasting helps the skin peel back easily.