Indulge in the rich and moist persimmon pudding, a traditional American dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Made with ripe persimmons, warm spices, and a creamy texture, this recipe will satisfy your sweet tooth. It only takes a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time to create this delightful dessert. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of decadence. This persimmon pudding recipe is a crowd-pleasing favorite that you'll want to make again and again!
Ingredients
- 2 cups ripe persimmon pulp
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup nuts (optional, for garnish)
- Whipped cream (for serving)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the persimmon pulp, flour, sugar, melted butter, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the pudding from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- To serve, cut the persimmon pudding into squares and garnish with nuts, if desired. Top with a dollop of whipped cream.
- Enjoy the delicious and moist persimmon pudding!