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November 18, 2014 By Nicky 12 Comments

Jack Daniels Persimmon Bread

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I recently bought a case of Fuyu persimmons. I was so excited.

Have you ever had a persimmon? 

Jack Daniels Persimmon Bread

 

 

Persimmons are sweet, luscious fruits that are something like a cross between an apricot and a peach. They are sweeter than most candied and are healthy too!

 

 Persimmons

 

I remember the first time I had a persimmon. My great-aunt had a persimmon tree in her yard. She handed me  a mushy orange and brown orb that gushed like a water balloon when I squeezed it. It almost looked rotten. She assured me that this was the best way to eat them. So I took cut in open and scooped out the flesh inside. OH MY GOODNESS! It was as sweet as candy! From then on, I was hooked.

 Jack Daniels Persimmon Bread

Fuyu persimmons look like little, squat, orange tomatoes. They are at their sweetest and most delicious when they ripen to an orange to orange-red color and are still firm. This variety can be eaten while firm just  like an apple or peach. They will stay firm for two to three weeks after harvest if you keep them at room temperature. After that, they will begin to soften and become perfect for cookies, puddings, and quick breads.

 

 Jack Daniels Persimmon Bread

For this recipe, you’ll be using persimmon pulp. To make pulp, you’ll cut the persimmons in half and scoop our the insides, leaving the skin and any black seeds you find.  Place the fruit  in a food processor and pulse until pureed. If you want to omit the whiskey, you can substitute equal amounts apple juice or melted butter.

I am not a big whiskey drinker, but I  like to bake with Jack Daniels whiskey.  You can use any brand of whiskey or bourbon you like. I just like the flavor of this one imparts. This Persimmon bread recipe is filled with dried fruit, nuts, and a good dose of that whiskey. Cut a slice and slather it with butter or fresh persimmon puree to enjoy any time.

 

Jack Daniels Persimmon Bread

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Jack Daniels Persimmon Bread

Jack Daniels Persimmon Bread
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups white whole wheat flour
  • 3/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3/4 cup cane sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter and cooled to room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup whiskey
  • 1 cup persimmon puree (from about 4 Fuyu persimmons)
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1 cup diced dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, figs, currants, or dates)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Butter and flour a 9x5 loaf pan.
  3. Mix the first 5 dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Make a well in the center then stir in the butter, eggs, whiskey, persimmon puree.
  5. Add the nuts and dried fruit.
  6. Bake 1 hour or until toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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This bread will keep for about a week at room temperature, if well-wrapped and be frozen for several months.

 

If you find that you like persimmons, you may also want to try them these ways too!

  • Slice persimmon, then sprinkle with lime juice, salt, and chili powder.
  • Use persimmon puree just like jam.
  • Eat them with a slice of cheese or spread with peanut butter.
  • Add sliced persimmon to yogurt or oatmeal. 

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: baking, desserts

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About Nicky

Nicky Omohundro is a travel and active family lifestyle blogger and social media influencer based out of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She shares stories, destinations, and ideas on food, family, health, and outdoor recreation to help families find their own adventures. Her spirit animal is a caffeinated squirrel fueled by coffee, real food, and the desire to seek new adventures.

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Comments

  1. blankAmanda @ MoveLoveEat says

    January 27, 2015 at 8:32 pm

    I only tried a persimmon for the first time last year. We had no idea what to do with them, it would have been great to have this recipe then!

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      January 29, 2015 at 7:25 pm

      What did you think of the persimmon? I also like them sliced by itself of diced over yogurt

      Reply
  2. blankKC the Kitchen Chopper says

    January 27, 2015 at 9:54 pm

    I’ve been told the same thing regarding persimmons. I would love a couple of slices of your amazing looking bread. Love your description…mouth watering.

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      January 29, 2015 at 7:23 pm

      Thanks KC

      Reply
  3. blankKaterina says

    January 29, 2015 at 9:55 am

    My mother in law has a persimmon tree in her garden. This is a great way to use them when they are in season!

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      January 29, 2015 at 5:51 pm

      I would love a persimmon tree. What does she usually do with her persimmons?

      Reply
  4. blankJoanne/WineLady Cooks says

    January 30, 2015 at 7:44 pm

    What a great recipe for Persimmon Bread. When I was growing up we always had fresh persimmons when in season. My mom and grandmother loved them. This is a delicious bread with all the flavors of fall.

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      February 2, 2015 at 1:29 pm

      My grandmother and great aunts always had them too. I’m happy you like the recipe.

      Reply
  5. blankHeidy L. McCallum says

    February 3, 2015 at 3:45 pm

    Just dropping by to gather the ingredients on this tasty looking recipe for Jack Daniels Persimmon Bread!!!

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      February 3, 2015 at 7:03 pm

      Let me know how you enjoy this quick bread

      Reply
  6. blankRonda says

    February 9, 2015 at 12:39 am

    When I lived in Florida, my professor had a persimmon tree. We always struggled to fins ways to eat them this Jack Daniels Persimmon Bread would have changed all that!

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      February 9, 2015 at 8:49 am

      Thanks Ronda. This is one of many tasty ways to enjoy persimmons. I also like them over vanilla yogurt with a drizzle of honey. SOOO good

      Reply

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