Persimmon Spice Cookies

Persimmon Spice Cookies, a vegetarian treat perfect for the holiday season. With a moist, tender texture and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, these cookies are a comforting addition to any gathering. Note that this recipe contains gluten, dairy, nuts, and eggs, making it essential for those with allergies to be cautious.

These cookies are versatile enough to be enjoyed as a snack or dessert, and the optional raisins and walnuts add a delightful crunch. Packed with nutrients from the persimmons, they offer a wholesome twist on traditional cookies.

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Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 36

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Overview

These persimmon cookies are a delightful treat, combining the sweet and unique flavor of persimmons with warm spices. Perfect for the holiday season, they offer a moist and tender texture with optional mix-ins like raisins and walnuts for added crunch.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten, Dairy, Nuts, Eggs

Cuisine

American

Ingredients

• 2 Ripe persimmons, pureed
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) baking soda
• 2 Cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) ground cinnamon
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) ground cloves
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) ground nutmeg
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 1 Cup white sugar
• 0.5 Cup butter, melted
• 1 Large egg
• 1 Cup raisins
• 1 Cup walnuts, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) and grease cookie sheets.
2. In a small bowl, combine the persimmon pulp with baking soda and set aside.
3. Sift together the flour, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl.
4. In another large bowl, beat the sugar and butter with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the egg and persimmon mixture, and beat until combined.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the raisins and walnuts.
6. Drop spoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
8. Allow cookies to cool briefly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy these delightful Persimmon Spice Cookies with your loved ones!