Spiced Persimmon Delight Bread
Savor the rich, sweet flavors of autumn with this delightful Spiced Persimmon Delight Bread. Made with luscious persimmon pulp, this quick bread is perfect for sharing with family and friends. Each loaf is imbued with aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, alongside crunchy walnuts for texture. Enjoy a slice for breakfast, as a snack, or as a delicious dessert. This recipe produces two moist loaves that freeze beautifully, making it a fantastic addition to your baking repertoire.
20
Servings
100
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
vegetable oil
3/4 cup (none)
sugar
1 1/2 cups (none)
eggs
2 (beaten)
persimmon pulp
1 cup (none)
flour
1 3/4 cups (sifted)
baking powder
1/2 teaspoon (none)
baking soda
1 teaspoon (none)
nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
clove
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
allspice
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon (ground)
chopped walnuts
1/2 cup (none)
chopped dates
1/2 cup (optional, chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two loaf pans by greasing and flouring them.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegetable oil and sugar, mixing until well blended. Then, add the beaten eggs and persimmon pulp, stirring until the mixture is smooth and thoroughly combined.
3
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and all your lovely spices (nutmeg, clove, allspice, and cinnamon). Incorporate the chopped walnuts and optional chopped dates into the dry ingredients for added texture and flavor.
4
Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans, smoothing the tops as needed.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Keep an eye on your bread to ensure even baking.
7
Once done, remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
8
Enjoy your delicious Spiced Persimmon Delight Bread fresh, or wrap and freeze for later enjoyment!
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
14g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spiced Persimmon Delight Bread?
Spiced Persimmon Delight Bread is a sweet autumn quick bread made with persimmon pulp, aromatic spices, and walnuts.
How many loaves does this recipe make?
This recipe produces two moist loaves of bread.
What is the recommended baking temperature?
The bread should be baked at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
How long does the bread need to bake?
Bake the loaves for approximately 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
What spices are included in this persimmon bread?
The recipe uses ground nutmeg, clove, allspice, and cinnamon.
Is this bread suitable for freezing?
Yes, these loaves freeze beautifully and can be wrapped for later enjoyment.
What nuts are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts.
Are there any optional ingredients for this bread?
Yes, 1/2 cup of chopped dates is listed as an optional ingredient.
How many servings does the recipe provide?
This recipe yields approximately 20 servings.
How many calories are in a serving?
Each serving contains 100 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 5 grams of fat in each serving.
How many carbohydrates are in one serving?
One serving contains 14 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in a slice of this bread?
There is 1 gram of protein per serving.
How should I prepare the baking pans?
Prepare two loaf pans by greasing and flouring them thoroughly.
How do I mix the initial wet ingredients?
Combine vegetable oil and sugar in a large bowl, then add beaten eggs and persimmon pulp.
Should the dry ingredients be sifted?
Yes, the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices should be sifted together.
When do I add the walnuts and optional dates?
Incorporate the walnuts and dates into the dry ingredient mixture before combining with wet ingredients.
How should the dry and wet mixtures be combined?
Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
What is the cooling process for the bread?
Let the loaves cool in the pans for 10 minutes before turning them out onto a wire rack.
How much persimmon pulp is required?
The recipe requires 1 cup of persimmon pulp.
How much vegetable oil is used in the batter?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of vegetable oil.
How much sugar is needed for the two loaves?
You will need 1 1/2 cups of sugar.
How many eggs does the recipe call for?
The recipe calls for 2 beaten eggs.
How much flour is needed?
The recipe requires 1 3/4 cups of sifted flour.
What leavening agents are used in this bread?
This recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder and 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
Is this a quick bread or a yeast bread?
This is a quick bread recipe that uses baking powder and soda as leavening agents.
When should I serve this persimmon bread?
It can be enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or as a delicious dessert.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 14 ingredients used in this recipe.
What preparation is needed for the persimmons?
The persimmons should be processed into a pulp.
What are some common tags for this recipe?
Common tags include autumn baking, homemade, quick bread, and spiced bread.