Italian Chestnut Flour from Tuscany – Traditional Stone-Ground Flour
Price range: $24.99 through $49.99
Authentic Italian Chestnut Flour from Tuscany
Discover the traditional flavors of Garfagnana with Giannetti Artisans Italian Chestnut Flour, made from 100% chestnuts harvested in the mountainous region near Lucca, Tuscany.
For centuries, chestnuts played an essential role in the lives of Tuscan mountain communities. Often called the fruit of the bread tree, they provided a valuable source of food and were traditionally transformed into flour for breads, cakes, and rustic dishes.
Our artisan-produced chestnut flour preserves this culinary heritage with its naturally sweet, nutty flavor and delicate smoky notes.
Traditionally Wood-Dried & Stone-Ground in Garfagnana
What makes our Tuscan Chestnut Flour especially distinctive is its traditional preparation.
After harvesting, the chestnuts are carefully selected and slowly dried for approximately 40 days in a stone drying house known as a metato or seccatoio.
A gently smoldering wood fire maintains a low drying temperature of approximately 86°F (30°C), gradually removing moisture while developing the chestnuts’ characteristic aroma and flavor.
Once dried, the chestnuts are stone-ground into a fine flour with a naturally sweet taste and subtle bittersweet finish. Its color can range from pale ivory to deeper beige, reflecting the natural characteristics of the chestnuts.
Perfect for Castagnaccio & Traditional Tuscan Baking
Italian chestnut flour is the essential ingredient in Castagnaccio, a traditional Tuscan chestnut cake often prepared with olive oil, rosemary, pine nuts, and raisins.
It is also wonderful for rustic cakes, cookies, pancakes, crepes, and homemade pasta recipes.
Unlike wheat flour, chestnut flour contains no gluten-forming proteins, so recipes may require adjustments when replacing conventional flour.
Discover our authentic Tuscan Castagnaccio Recipe for a delicious way to enjoy this traditional Italian specialty.
Origin: Garfagnana, Lucca, Tuscany, Italy
Type: Traditionally Wood-Dried, Stone-Ground Chestnut Flour
Flavor: Naturally Sweet, Nutty & Lightly Smoky
Texture: Finely Ground
Package Size: 1 lb (454 g)
Available Options: 1-Pack, 2-Pack & 3-Pack
Ingredients: 100% Italian Chestnuts.
This is a seasonal artisan product, and availability may be limited throughout the year.
13 reviews for Italian Chestnut Flour from Tuscany – Traditional Stone-Ground Flour
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Janet (verified owner) –
This chestnut flour is what chestnut flour should be! Nutty and sweet bringing out the flavor of chestnuts. Very fresh. Its excellent., Enjoyed chestnut flour fritters with ricotta for brunch. I have recommended to friends from Tuscany and will purchase again. Looking forward to making gnocchi or tagliatelle with this chestnut flour. Served with walnut-cream sauce or pesto–delizioso!
Giuseppe Clemente –
Eccellente, ottima, makes a super castagnaccio, very good, just plain simple chestnuts, a piece of Tuscan flavor in my kitchen.
john cappelletti (verified owner) –
Made two versions of castagnaccio. The first was a simple traditional family recipe from Boviglio, a mountain town in the region where this flour is from. That had a smokier taste than I care for (though my wife liked it). The second recipe is from the book “Panetteria: Gennaro’s Italian Bakery” (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1566560179/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1). This, my wife and I liked very much. The additions of chocolate (I used mostly unsweet baker’s choc.), marsala, and a little more sugar nicely offset the smokiness. This version is pictured on the cover of the book.
Sabrina (verified owner) –
I purchase this flour as a Christmas gift every year for my Mom who was originally from Italy. She loves chestnuts and says there is nothing better than this flour.
Paulo Serpa (verified owner) –
Excelente chestnuts flour!
Julie (verified owner) –
Sweet and smoky! Delicious castagnaccio and necci. Am ordering more!
Victor V. (verified owner) –
I am truly grateful for the exceptional quality of this chestnut flour. The freshness, aroma, and flavor are simply outstanding, making it by far the best chestnut flour I’ve ever purchased. You can really taste the difference in every recipe — it elevates breads, pastries, and any dish to a whole new level. On top of that, the customer service is excellent — friendly, attentive, and committed to ensuring a great buying experience. I highly recommend this product to anyone who values top-quality ingredients!
Sally Giannetti (store manager) –
Thank you! We appreciate your review and taking the time to express your thoughts!
DENNIS M. (verified owner) –
Gteat chestnut flour. Consistently wonderful.
Sally Giannetti (store manager) –
Thank you! We appreciate your review and taking the time to express your thoughts!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Great product and always friendly customer service
Kenneth Polsinelli (verified owner) –
Grace Roberti-Jacobs (verified owner) –
Very fresh and super delicious – thanks for making it available in the US!
Alberto Montelatici (verified owner) –
Janet P. (verified owner) –
My brother remembers our mom making chestnut pancakes with our Nona.