{"product_id":"straight-from-france-gourmet-chestnut-spread-with-vanilla-low-in-fat-and-cholesterol-great-in-pudding-and-ice-cream","title":"Straight from France Chestnut Spread, Crème de Marrons with Vanilla","description":"\u003cp\u003eChestnut spread is a rich, sweet French classic at the heart of this jar, made from slow-cooked chestnuts. Straight from France's Chestnut Spread (crème de marrons) is a smooth, sweetened purée of French chestnuts blended with vanilla, perfect for spreading on toast or filling desserts. This 17.6 oz jar is a great everyday size for breakfast tables and baking projects alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is chestnut spread and how is it used?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChestnut spread, or crème de marrons, is a smooth, sweetened purée of French chestnuts blended with vanilla, popular as a topping for toast, crepes, and pastries, or used as a filling for cakes and desserts. It has a naturally nutty, subtly sweet flavor reminiscent of caramelized chestnuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eChestnut spread vs. chestnut puree\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChestnut spread is sweetened with sugar and vanilla for a dessert-ready, jam-like texture, while chestnut purée is typically unsweetened and used in savory dishes or as a base for stuffing and soups. This product is the sweetened dessert version, ready to eat straight from the jar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to store chestnut spread\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce opened, chestnut spread should be refrigerated and is best used within 2 to 3 weeks for optimal flavor and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to enjoy chestnut spread at home\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis chestnut spread, known in France as creme de marrons, is made by slow-cooking chestnuts with sugar and vanilla until they turn into a smooth, deeply flavored puree. Traditionally spread on toast or brioche for breakfast, chestnut spread also works beautifully swirled into yogurt, layered inside crepes, or spooned over vanilla ice cream for a quick autumn dessert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBakers often fold chestnut spread into cake batters or use it as a filling for pastries and macarons, since its nutty sweetness pairs so well with chocolate. Once opened, keep the jar refrigerated, where this chestnut spread will stay fresh for several weeks, ready whenever a recipe or a craving calls for that distinctly French, cozy flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Straight from France Genuinely French","offers":[{"title":"17.6 oz","offer_id":41227606163536,"sku":"13365","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"35.2 oz","offer_id":42871983145040,"sku":"13366","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/7418\/6320\/files\/3c4715d5.jpg?v=1752014328","url":"https:\/\/shop.straightfromfrance.com\/products\/straight-from-france-gourmet-chestnut-spread-with-vanilla-low-in-fat-and-cholesterol-great-in-pudding-and-ice-cream","provider":"Straight from France","version":"1.0","type":"link"}