Chestnut Spoon Bread with Fontina Cheese

Elevate your side dish game with this luscious Chestnut Spoon Bread with Fontina Cheese, a comforting blend of rustic flavors and creamy decadence baked to golden perfection. Made with earthy chestnut flour and enriched by the nutty, melty goodness of Fontina cheese, this dish strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Fresh thyme and a hint of black pepper add an aromatic touch, while the soft, cloud-like texture makes it irresistibly scoopable. Ideal for holiday gatherings or weeknight indulgence, this spoon bread bakes up beautifully in under an hour and pairs wonderfully with roasted meats, hearty soups, or seasonal vegetables. Serve it warm straight from the dish, and watch it disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Chestnut flour
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cups Fontina cheese, shredded
• 1 teaspoons Fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish with butter and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the chestnut flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground black pepper until well combined.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk and butter until the butter is fully melted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Slowly add the warm milk mixture to the eggs, whisking constantly to avoid cooking the eggs.

Step 5

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until just incorporated. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the shredded Fontina cheese and fresh thyme leaves gently, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the greased baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, or until the spoon bread is puffed and golden brown around the edges. The center should still be slightly soft.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow the spoon bread to cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with a spoon for scooping, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(984.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1980.9

Total Fat 91.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 592.6mg	0%
Sodium 4396.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 224.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.6g	0%
Total Sugars 67.5g
Protein 74.0g	0%

Vitamin D 320.7IU	0%
Calcium 1510.0mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 2561.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.7%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 44.6%