Korean Dessert (Korean Chestnut Balls)

Bought some fresh chestnuts recently and wonder what I could make with these except roast.  Instead of peeling and eat it rightaway after roast or boil.  I am going to make Korean chestnut ball.  It requires some time to make it but I think it's worthwhile since the taste is so delicious! ^^

 

 

 

Ingredients:

Chestnut                                                               20 piece

Honey                                                                   1- 2 tbsp (to taste)

Cinnamon powder                                                1/2 - 1 tsp

Black sesame seeds (Toasted)                              1 tbsp

Sesame seeds (Toasted)                                        1 tbsp

 

 

Steps by steps photos:

 

 

 

 

1.  Wash and soak chestnuts overnight.

2.  Prepare a pot, add in water (enough to cover the chestnut) and chestnut.  Boil for 1 hour.

3.  After cooked, drain the water and let the chestnut cool down a bit.

4.  Peel the chestnuts and scoop out the meat using a spoon.

5.  Mash the peeled chestnuts using a fork.

6.  Add 1 tbsp of honey (adjust to your taste) and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon powder to the mashed chestnut.  Mix well.

7.  Take about a tablespoon of the chestnut, slightly press and shape into ball shape.

8.  Prepare 3 plate with cinnamon powder, sesame seeds, and black sesame seeds each.  Place the chestbut balls in and covered them.  yummmm!!