Persimmon Bread
Persimmon Bread is the perfect treat for fall. These bright orange fruits are harvested in October. The sweet jelly-like bulb is perfect for baking in breads and puddings.
It’s important for the persimmon to be soft and ripe (not rock-hard) before using; it’s incredibly astringent when not ripe. Some describe the taste of persimmon as similar to pumpkin; others think the fruit has a hint of peach or mango. It’s a unique taste!
The persimmon used for baking is the Hachiya. When ripe, it will feel squishy-soft to the touch. To ripen a Hachiya persimmon, simply let it sit on your countertop until it’s so soft, it’s like a water balloon about to burst. Do not use until ripe!
The other common persimmon is the Fuyu. It’s meant to be eaten hard or sliced into salads.
If you can’t find Hachiyas, you can still enjoy this bread recipe. Substitute 1 cup of canned pumpkin.
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Did you know: According to folklore, the seeds of a persimmon can be used to predict winter weather!
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Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter two loaf pans and dust with flour.
In a bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg. Make a well in the center.
In another bowl, mix together persimmon purée, butter, eggs, and brandy. Add to well and stir to blend. Add nuts and raisins and stir.
Pour into prepared pans. Bake for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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I'm in my late sixties and I
I'm in my late sixties and I've been on a hunt for a favorite Fall recipe. My ex-husband's grandmother made these wonderful persimmon cookies. They were dollop on the cookies sheet type. And a cake-y type cookie. She's long been gone, almost 50 years, but I can still smell those cookies. She was from Indiana if that gives a hint. Love to get that recipe.
Persimmon Cookies
I have had this recipe about 40 years...it was passed down from my mother - from her mother. They are delicious - my family and friends love them. I hope this is what you were looking for.
PERSIMMON COOKIES
Preheat oven to 350 °
1 cup persimmon pulp
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup Cisco shortening
1 egg
2 cups plain flour
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup chopped pitted dates
Combine & beat well sugar, Crisco, egg & pulp.
Sift flour and spices. Add to creamed mixture. Add vanilla, nuts & dates. Drop by teaspoon or small scoop about 2" apart on greased cookie sheet ( or line with parchment paper). Bake app 5 - 6 minutes... Flatten slightly using your fingers and bake an additional 6 -8 minutes. Remove to rack to cool.
I hope this is what you were looking for.
Please let me know what you think.
Persimmon Cookie recipe?
Could you post this recipe on Pinterest please?