For best results, use very ripe persimmons that are soft to the touch. If you don't have persimmon pulp readily available, you can blend fresh persimmons in a food processor until smooth. A dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream complements this cake beautifully. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Persimmon Upside-Down Cake
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME35 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS30
Embrace the warm, autumnal flavors of persimmon in this delightful upside-down cake. Sweet, caramelized persimmons create a beautiful and flavorful topping for a moist and spiced cake. A truly unique twist on a classic dessert!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate81 g
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Cholesterol31 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein5 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium484 mg
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Sugar32 g
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Fat21 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan. (5 minutes)
02
StepFor the topping, place margarine and brown sugar in the cake pan. Transfer to the oven until sugar melts and bubbles, about 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and arrange persimmon slices in a single layer in the cake pan. Set aside. (10 minutes)
03
StepFor the cake, beat butter and sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until light and fluffy. The mixture should be noticeably lighter in color. Stir in persimmon pulp. (8 minutes)
04
StepCombine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt in another large bowl. (3 minutes)
05
StepGradually add flour mixture to the batter, stirring until just combined (batter will be stiff since the only liquid comes from persimmon pulp). Stir in pecans and lemon zest. (5 minutes)
06
StepSpoon batter evenly over persimmon slices in the cake pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting cake on a serving platter. (40 minutes)
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Reggie Greenfelder
May 17, 2025I was a bit skeptical about using persimmon pulp, but it turned out amazing! The cake was so moist and flavorful.
Bailey Morissette
May 16, 2025This cake was a huge hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The persimmons added such a unique and delicious flavor.
Pearline Cormier
Mar 12, 2025Easy to follow recipe and the results were fantastic. My family loved it!
Armand Kiehn
Mar 9, 2025The caramelized persimmon topping is simply divine! I'll definitely be making this cake again.
Christa Friesen
Feb 14, 2025I added a pinch of ginger to the spice mix and it gave the cake a lovely warmth.