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Irresistible Cozy Persimmon Cookies

Irresistible Cozy Persimmon Cookies for Warm Autumn Days

Enjoy the delightful aroma and taste of these Irresistible Cozy Persimmon Cookies, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup ripe persimmons soft and mashed
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened, or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 2 large eggs or flax eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon or swap with other spices
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg or other spices
  • a pinch salt to enhance flavors
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans
  • 1 cup dried fruits like cranberries or raisins

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • spoons

Method
 

How to Make Irresistible Cozy Persimmon Cookies
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Mash 1 cup of ripe persimmons in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a separate bowl.
  4. Cream the brown sugar and softened butter until fluffy, then blend in the mashed persimmons and eggs one at a time.
  5. Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture gradually until just mixed.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are golden brown but the centers still feel soft.
  8. Cool the cookies on wire racks before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Consider adding a glaze made from powdered sugar and milk for extra sweetness. Store cookies in an airtight container for freshness.

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