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Soft & Spiced Persimmon Cookies: The Easiest Recipe for Fall Bliss

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Bake these incredibly soft and spiced persimmon cookies using ripe Hachiya pulp. This simple recipe captures the cozy flavors of fall and is perfect for holiday baking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup ripe Hachiya persimmon pulp (about 2–3 very soft persimmons)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the persimmon pulp, sugar, and softened butter until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just combined.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
  6. If using, stir in the chopped nuts.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For the best texture, make sure your Hachiya persimmons are fully ripe and almost liquid inside.
  • You can substitute chocolate chips for the nuts for a different flavor profile.
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  • These cookies freeze well once cooled. Store them in an airtight container.

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