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
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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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

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the persimmons until smooth. (If using very ripe persimmons, you may need to drain off excess liquid.)
  3. Add the sugar, eggs, melted butter, milk, baking soda, flour, cinnamon, and cloves to the mashed persimmons. Beat until well combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
  5. 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.
  6. 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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