Description
This Amazing Persimmon Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread packed with fragrant spices, sweet persimmon puree, crunchy nuts, and juicy raisins. Perfect for a cozy snack or breakfast treat, this easy-to-make bread combines warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger with the natural sweetness of ripe persimmons to create a delightful autumn-inspired loaf.
Ingredients
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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
Add-Ins
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- ½ cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan, or alternatively, line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground ginger until well combined and evenly distributed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the persimmon puree, sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and thoroughly blended.
- Incorporate Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently just until everything is combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Add Nuts and Raisins: Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans and raisins evenly through the batter, distributing them well.
- Fill Loaf Pan and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for even baking. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Bread: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Make sure persimmons are ripe and soft for the best puree and flavor.
- You can substitute nuts or omit them for a nut-free version.
- If you prefer a sweeter bread, increase sugar by 2 tablespoons.
- Store tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
