Delicious Persimmon Bread II Recipe

This Persimmon Bread II recipe is the perfect way to use up ripe persimmons in a moist and flavorful bread. It is easy to make and will be loved by everyone who tries it. The combination of warm spices and sweet persimmons creates a delicious treat for any time of day.

Ingredients

• 3 ripe persimmons, pureed
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 cups white sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix together persimmon puree, eggs, and vegetable oil until well combined.
3. Add sugar and mix until smooth.
4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
6. Fold in chopped walnuts, if using.
7. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

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