Irresistible Persimmon Bread Recipe
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of homemade persimmon bread, a delightful loaf that showcases the natural sweetness of ripe persimmons. Each slice is moist, tender, and perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms overripe persimmons into a delicious treat that fills your kitchen with inviting aromas. Serve it warm with butter or cream cheese for an unforgettable experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed ripe persimmons (about 3–4 persimmons)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- Mash ripe persimmons until smooth and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs with oil and vanilla extract until combined. Add mashed persimmons and mix well.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture; stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg