For the best flavor, use very ripe persimmons. The pulp should be soft and sweet. Feel free to substitute other nuts, such as pecans or almonds, for the walnuts. Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Capture the essence of the holiday season with these delightful persimmon cookies! Infused with warm spices and the natural sweetness of persimmon pulp, these moist cookies are studded with raisins and walnuts for an irresistible treat.
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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease cookie sheets or line with parchment paper. (5 minutes)
Recipe View 7 mins In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy using a mixer. Beat in the egg until well combined, then add the persimmon pulp and mix until just incorporated. (7 minutes)
Recipe View 5 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)
Recipe View 3 mins Gently fold in the raisins and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter. (3 minutes)
Recipe View 5 mins Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. (5 minutes)
Recipe View 15 mins Bake for 12-15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. (15 minutes)
Recipe View 1 hrs Let the cookies cool on the cookie sheets for 1 minute before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. (60 minutes)
For the best flavor, use very ripe persimmons. The pulp should be soft and sweet. Feel free to substitute other nuts, such as pecans or almonds, for the walnuts. Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Lauren Boyer
Jun 14, 2025My family loved these. They were gone in a day!
Dorthy Wiegand
Dec 22, 2024These cookies are amazing! The perfect amount of spice and sweetness.
Bailey Larkin
Dec 1, 2024I added a sprinkle of nutmeg and it was delicious!