15 minutes

                               Cook Time

                                 1 hour

                             Total Time

                              1 hour 15 minutes

Persimmon Cake Recipe

This persimmon cake recipe makes a flavorful and light cake with hints of spice. | Homestead HoneyDeliciously moist with a light spice, this persimmon cake makes a wonderful breakfast or dessert treat.

Ingredients:-

1 Stick (8 Tbsp) Butter at room temperature

1 1/3 Cup Sugar

2 Cups Persimmon Puree

1/2 Cup Milk

3 eggs

2 Cups Flour

1 tsp Baking Powder

1/4 tsp Baking Soda

1 tsp Salt

1 tsp Cinnamon

a Pinch to 1/8 tsp Nutmeg, depending on your desired taste

Instructions:-

Preheat the oven to 350 F, grease and flour a 9 x 13 inch baking dish

Cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy

Add in eggs, milk, and persimmon puree, and gently combine until smooth and creamy

In a separate bowl, combine dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg)

Gradually blend the dry mixture into the persimmon mixture

Spoon into the prepared cake pan and bake for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean

Allow to cool slightly, and serve warm or cold. For an extra treat, try it with a side of vanilla ice cream, or a dollop of whipped cream!

Notes

The consistency of wild harvested persimmons can vary widely. The batter of this cake should be similar to a zucchini bread or banana bread.