Christmas Cranberry Persimmon Loaf

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup mashed persimmon pulp
• 1/2 cup chopped cranberries
• 1/3 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
4. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the butter mixture. Stir in persimmon pulp, cranberries, and walnuts. Spread batter into prepared loaf pan.
5. Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.

Interesting Facts

• Persimmons are native to China but are also grown in the United States.
• Cranberries are usually harvested in the fall and are a popular ingredient in holiday recipes.
• Walnuts are rich in protein, fiber, and healthy fats.