One of the greatest joys of starting Beachy Munchies Farm has been connecting with our local Yuma community. Recently, a kind neighbor, Melody, shared a recipe with us that perfectly captures the spirit of community and the flavors of the season—Persimmon Cookies!
This recipe is a delightful way to use persimmons, a fruit that has quickly become a favorite on our farm and in our cart. Melody’s cookies are sweet, spiced, and perfect for sharing with family and friends. Not only is this recipe a treat, but it’s also a great way to use fresh, local produce—something we’re always passionate about promoting here at Beachy Munchies Farm.
Melody’s Persimmon Cookies Recipe
Here’s the full recipe, courtesy of Melody from Facebook:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup shortening
- 1 cup persimmon pulp (approx. 4 small persimmons or 3 medium persimmons)
- Tip: Purchase smaller persimmons, if possible. Remove the tops, peel, and cut into quarters. If ripe, mash by hand. If not quite ripe, process in a blender or food processor until pulpy. For a thicker texture, make the pulp the day before and refrigerate.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 beaten egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, roasted for 5-6 minutes at 350°F before chopping)
Instructions:
- Blend sugar and shortening.
- Add pulp, sprinkle baking soda over the pulp, and beat thoroughly until blended.
- Add the beaten egg, spices, and salt. Beat thoroughly until blended.
- Add flour and beat thoroughly again.
- Fold in nuts (if using).
- Drop by rounded ice cream scoops onto parchment paper.
- Bake at 375°F for 17 minutes.
- Enjoy your cookies fresh or freeze them for later!
Why We Love This Recipe
Melody’s Persimmon Cookies are a perfect balance of sweet and spiced, with the persimmon pulp adding a rich, fruity flavor. The optional nuts add a lovely crunch, but the cookies are just as delicious without them. This recipe is versatile, easy to make, and a wonderful way to highlight the natural sweetness of persimmons.
Thank You, Melody!
We’re so grateful to Melody for sharing this recipe and for being part of our Beachy Munchies Farm journey. It’s this kind of generosity and connection that makes our community so special.
If you try Melody’s Persimmon Cookies, we’d love to hear about it! Share your photos or experiences with us on social media or in the comments below.
Stay tuned for more recipes, stories, and updates from Beachy Munchies Farm. Thank you for being part of our community!
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