Roasting brings out the rich, toasty flavour of cobnuts, transforming these seasonal British treasures into golden bites of pure indulgence. As they gently brown in the oven, their natural oils develop a warm, nutty aroma that’s irresistible.
Perfect sprinkled into both savoury and sweet dishes – or enjoyed straight from the tray – roasted cobnuts add a crunchy depth of flavour and a hint of autumn to everything they touch. But be warned: once roasted, they’re so delicious, they might never make it into your recipe.
Preparation Time
10 minutes
Cooking Time
45–60 minutes
Serves
N/A
Dietary Notes
Contains cobnuts
Ingredients
100g (4 oz) nuts in their shells will produce 40g (1½ oz) of roasted kernels, but be generous:- they are so delicious some may never reach the dish.
Cooking Steps
Shell the Cobnuts and place them in an oven at 150°C/Gas Mark 2 for up to an hour, depending on their size and freshness, until they are hard and browned.