As the cool days of fall settle in, there’s nothing quite like a warm, delicious treat to enjoy by the fireside. Today, let’s dive into the delightful world of baking with a simple yet scrumptious recipe: Sweet Persimmon Fireside Cookies. These cookies are not only easy to make, but they also bring the taste of autumn right to your kitchen!
Delicious and Easy Sweet Persimmon Fireside Cookies
These cookies have a wonderfully soft texture and are infused with the rich flavor of ripe persimmons, making them a unique addition to your dessert repertoire. Let’s get started on this wonderful recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 cup ripe persimmon pulp (about 2-3 ripe persimmons)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans, optional)
- 1/2 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the ripe persimmon pulp, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. If desired, fold in the chopped nuts and raisins or chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will firm up as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these delightful Sweet Persimmon Fireside Cookies with a cup of tea or coffee as you cozy up by the fire. The sweet and aromatic flavors will surely bring warmth to your home!