Persimmon Cookies
Persimmons have an unusually long ripening period. I have picked them in December before, but I usually start in September. To remove the pulp, simply place the persimmon in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment and run for 5 minutes. Then, place the mixture in a pasta strainer and work with a rubber spatula into a bowl. Freeze the pulp for use year round. These cookies make a tasty and healthy snack, passed down from my great-grandfather.
Servings 0
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Butter or Shortening
- ½ cup Brown Sugar
- 1/2 cup White Sugar
- 1 Egg
- 2 cups Flour Sifted
- 1/2 tsp Nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- 1 cup Nuts
- 1 cup Raisins
- 1 tsp Vanilla
- 1 cup Persimmon Pulp
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly.
- Use a scoop to scoop about golf ball-sized portions on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 325 degrees for 12-15 minutes.