Description
Fall is the season of comforting, warm flavors, and persimmon bread perfectly captures that essence. This moist and flavorful persimmon bread brings together the natural sweetness of ripe persimmons with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger for a treat that’s ideal for autumn mornings or cozy evenings with a cup of tea. Nutty add-ins like walnuts or pecans and the optional sweetness of raisins make this bread even more satisfying. Whether you’re a persimmon lover or trying this fruit for the first time, this recipe will quickly become a seasonal favorite!
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground ginger
Wet Ingredients:
1 cup persimmon puree (from 2–3 ripe persimmons)
1 cup sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-Ins:
½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
½ cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the persimmon puree, sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well-mixed.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Fold in nuts and raisins if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
For the best flavor, use fully ripe Hachiya persimmons that are soft and sweet.
To keep the bread moist, store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze individual slices for longer storage.
Optional add-ins like chocolate chips or dried cranberries can be substituted for the nuts or raisins for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Bread, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10 slices
- Calories: 290 kcal per slice