❤️🌰 Gesztenyszív – Traditional Hungarian Chestnut Hearts
Of course! Here’s a long-form, beautifully detailed version of the Hungarian Gesztenyszív recipe — perfect for a blog post, festive table, or just to treat yourself with a classic Hungarian favorite. 🇭🇺❤️🌰
❤️🌰 Gesztenyszív – Traditional Hungarian Chestnut Hearts
A no-bake, melt-in-your-mouth dessert from Hungary that’s rich, elegant, and oh-so nostalgic.
🍂 What is Gesztenyszív?
Gesztenyszív (pronounced “Gess-ten-yuh-seev”) means “Chestnut Heart” in Hungarian. These delightful little sweets are made from sweetened chestnut purée, sometimes mixed with a splash of rum or vanilla, and shaped into heart-shaped patties before being coated in dark chocolate glaze. They’re soft, creamy, and incredibly flavorful.
You’ll often find Gesztenyszív in Hungarian pastry shops or frozen in supermarkets, but homemade ones are even better — more delicate, and made with love. 💕
🛒 Ingredients(Makes 10–12 hearts)
For the chestnut filling:
250 g sweetened chestnut purée (thawed if frozen) 🌰
50 g unsalted butter, softened
1–2 tbsp powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: 1 tbsp dark rum or rum flavoring
For the chocolate coating:
150 g dark chocolate (or semi-sweet)
1 tbsp neutral oil or a knob of butter (for shine and smoothness)
