Great Great Grandma's Persimmon Pudding Recipe

Step back in time with this heirloom recipe for Persimmon Pudding, passed down through generations! Originally from Indiana circa 1850, this recipe boasts a rich, sweet, and deeply brown flavor profile reminiscent of Christmases past. Discover the magic behind this family treasure, handed down from Great-Great Grandma Gina Allen (possibly!) to Betty Gene Allen, and finally to you. This recipe has been lovingly updated with modern measurements while preserving the nostalgic charm of the original. Get ready to bake a piece of history!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 210 mins

Calories 377.1 kcal

Protein 16g

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Ingredients for Great Great Grandma's Persimmon Pudding

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How to Make Great Great Grandma's Persimmon Pudding

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.
In a large bowl, mash the persimmons until smooth. (If using very ripe persimmons, you may need to drain off excess liquid.)
Add the sugar, eggs, melted butter, milk, baking soda, flour, cinnamon, and cloves to the mashed persimmons. Beat until well combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes (210 minutes) or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Keep an eye on the baking process to ensure it doesn’t burn.
Let the pudding cool completely in the pan before serving. Enjoy this delightful taste of history!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

150g

Fat

24g

Carbs

22g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American For Large Groups Desserts Fruit American Puddings And Mousses Midwestern Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Great Great Grandma's Persimmon Pudding?

Great Great Grandma's Persimmon Pudding takes about 230 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 210 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Great Great Grandma's Persimmon Pudding?

Great Great Grandma's Persimmon Pudding has approximately 377.1 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Great Great Grandma's Persimmon Pudding?

The key ingredients for Great Great Grandma's Persimmon Pudding are Persimmon, Milk, Flour, Sugar, Baking Soda, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.