Persimmon raisin yeast bread –Yo, what’s good everyone? Let’s talk about a little tradition that can bring some excitement to those chilly winter months: predicting the weather with a persimmon seed! Yup, you heard that right! These little seeds are not just for snacking on; they can give you a peek into what’s ahead in the winter season. Let’s dive into the delightful art of using persimmon seeds, along with a cozy recipe to keep you warm.
Check it out: The Persimmon Seed
Now, before we get into the details of predicting winter weather, let’s appreciate the beauty of these seeds. When you open a persimmon, you’ll usually find seeds that can tell you if it’s gonna be a mild or harsh winter. If you see a spoon inside the seed, it’ll be a snowy and cold one. A knife means a cold, cutting winter, and a fork symbolizes a mild winter ahead.

Persimmon Bread Recipe
Now that you’re in the mood, let’s whip up some delicious persimmon bread to enjoy while you’re predicting the weather. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 2 cups mashed ripe persimmons (about 3-4 persimmons)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, combine the mashed persimmons with baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir well.
- In another large bowl, mix the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Now, slowly fold in the persimmon mixture into your sugar mixture.
- Gradually add the flour, stirring just until combined. If you’re using nuts, fold them in at this point.
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and bake for about 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once it’s done, let it cool for a few minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack.
There you have it! A delicious persimmon bread recipe to savor on those chilly days. Enjoy and happy weather predicting!