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Persimmon Bread Recipe

Experience the ultimate fall baking sensation with this Persimmon Bread recipe! Adapted from James Beard's classic, this recipe uses ripe Hachiya persimmons for an incredibly moist and sweet bread reminiscent of banana or zucchini bread. The higher sugar content ensures a delightful texture, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy afternoon snack. Freezes beautifully for later enjoyment. Learn how to use those perfectly ripe, squishy persimmons (they're inedible otherwise!) before they go bad. This recipe makes two loaves, perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself!).

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 311.3 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Persimmon Bread

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How to Make Persimmon Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9x5 inch loaf pans, or line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 4 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1/2 cup of your favorite liquor (such as bourbon or rum).
  5. Add 1 1/2 cups of pureed Hachiya persimmons (about 3-4 large persimmons) to the wet ingredients.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Stir in 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) and 1/2 cup raisins (optional).
  8. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If the bread is browning too quickly, tent it with foil.
  10. Let the bread cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

96g

Fat

28g

Carbs

13g

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