This is a spicy cookie that’s Mmmm, Mmmm Good! It’s hard to get fresh persimmons these days, but if you have them, this is a great recipe. It’s an original handed down to me by old/ancient relatives, and over 170 years old. These cookies also freeze well. Have fun!
Ingredients
- 2 cups white sugar
- 1 cup shortening
- 2 eggs
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 cups persimmon pulp
- 2 cups raisin paste
- 2 cups chopped walnuts
Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease two baking sheets.
Step 2
Cream the sugar and shortening together in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Stir in the flour, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg, blending thoroughly. Mix in the persimmon pulp, raisin paste, and walnuts. Drop by spoonfuls onto prepared cookies sheets, and spread out slightly.
Step 3
Bake in preheated oven until cookie top springs back when touched, 12 to 15 minutes. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 60 | |
Calories 148 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat6g | 8% |
Saturated Fat1g | 6% |
Cholesterol6mg | 2% |
Sodium84mg | 4% |
Total Carbohydrate23g | 8% |
Dietary Fiber1g | 4% |
Total Sugars7g | |
Protein2g | |
Vitamin C6mg | 28% |
Calcium13mg | 1% |
Iron1mg | 5% |
Potassium118mg | 3% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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