Did you know chestnuts are full of vitamin C?

Here are eight chestnut recipes so you might get your fill, all winter long.

Heck, even almonds are more popular both in their whole form and when transformed into alternative milk.

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Except during the holidays.

This is the time of year chestnut recipes finally get the attention they deserve.

But there are so many other ways to incorporate the nut into your meals.

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Getting creative with chestnut recipes in the kitchen will directly benefit your health too.

This, she explains, means they help keep blood sugar levels from spiking.

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Quite a resume, right?

But the question remains: What the heck can you cook with them?

We got you covered.

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Keep reading for eight delicious chestnut recipes.

8 healthy chestnut recipes, the underrated, anti-inflammatory nut

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Its the perfect mix of sweet and savory, and it will warm you up from the inside out.

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But thats pretty much where the similarities end.

The texture is completely different and its all savory goodness with no sweet notes.

Okay, there is something else they have in common: Both are perfect for chilly winter days.

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Get the recipe:vegan roasted chestnut soup

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It makes the perfect side or base for protein and veggies.

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Chicken and chestnuts

File under recipes-that-will-impress-all-your-friends.

In fact, it comes together in just 25 minutes.

Get the recipe:chicken and chestnuts

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Vegan chestnut tiramisu

Chestnuts, chocolate, and espresso are a trio made in dessert heaven.

Here, the nuts are transformed into a creme.

Get the recipe:vegan chestnut tiramisu

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Top with whipped coconut cream and dig in.

Get the recipe:chestnut puree with whipped coconut cream

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Vegan chestnut truffle cheesecake

A cheesecake thats dairy-free and low-sugar that still tastes entirely delicious?

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Yep, it exists.

It bears repeating that chestnuts and chocolates are *chefs kiss.

  • Youll lick your spoon clean of every velvety, cloud-like bit of this dessert.

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Get the recipe:vegan chestnut truffle cheesecake

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Chestnut fruitcake

This is one fruitcake people willactuallyrave about.

Then, the whole shebang is coated in a frosty coconut glaze.

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Get the recipe:chestnut fruitcake

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