19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (2024)

Chances are you've seen persimmons at the farmer's market — maybe even seen a persimmon recipe — without even realizing it! Persimmons are what I'd consider "delicately" sweet, meaning that their fruity flavor can still be paired with savory flavors. Lucky for us, this fruit is in season every fall and winter, so get ahead of the game and try out some of these delectable persimmon recipes!

Drinks

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (1)

Image via Half-Baked Harvest

Spiced Persimmon Bourbon Old Fashioned

With spring still a month and a half away, this old fashioned is a great drink for chilly nights where all you want to do is get cozy on the couch. The bourbon will warm you down to your toes and the persimmons work with clementine and lemon for a citrusy taste that isn't overpowering. (via Half-Baked Harvest)

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (2)

Image via Gourmande in the Kitchen

Spiced Persimmon Turmeric Tea

Who doesn't love a nice warm cup of tea in the midst of winter? We're breaking out our favorite mugs for this recipe! Not only is it delicious, but it also contains a ton of healthy ingredients in addition to the 'simmons like ginger and black pepper. (via Gourmande in the Kitchen)

Appetizers

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (3)

Image via Joy the Baker

Persimmon Pear Caprese Toast

Yup, it's your turn to be the appetizer hero with this dish that's sure to stand out from other persimmon recipes...and other apps in general. Just swap the tomatoes with persimmons and add a sliver of pear for out-of-this-world flavor. My mouth's already watering! (via Joy the Baker)

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (4)

Image via Half-Baked Harvest

Harvest Cranberry, Persimmon and Burrata Salad

The flavor and apple-like crisp that persimmons have make them the perfect addition to a colorful winter salad. Not only will they pair well with your cranberries, but they'll also balance out the richness of the burrata. Yummmmm. (via Half-Baked Harvest)

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (5)

Image via What's Gaby Cooking

Persimmon, Pomegranate, & Ricotta Salad

Another delicious + healthysalad recipe that lets you indulge in *all* your favorite foods. I absolutely love any salad that mixes it up by using spinach instead of lettuce. You can also opt for kale or arugula to switch things up!(via What's Gaby Cooking)

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (6)

Image via In Pursuit of More

Honey Crisp, Kale, & Persimmon Salad

If you're wondering whether the name of this dish has all the ingredients listed, you're (almost) correct. Brussels sprouts and pumpkin seeds take things to the next level and the kale base gives you an extra serving of iron. (via In Pursuit of More)

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (7)

Image via Joy of Kosher

Zesty Salsa

No dinner is complete without a killer salsa! We've tried red tomato, green tomato, and mango, and we are ready to hop on the persimmons salsa train. Serve this bad boy with chips or toss it over your turkey; either way, it's just as enjoyable.(via Joy of Kosher)

Main Courses

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (8)

Coconut Oatmeal With Persimmons and Palm Sugar

Okay so while we might not have this as an entree at dinner, we'd definitely chow down on this dish from our Healthy Breakfasts. Boil coconut milk instead of water when you're cooking the oats and you'll have a dish that makes you feel like you're on summer vacation all year long. (via Brit + Co)

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (9)

Image via A Girl Defloured

Fancy Persimmon Grilled Cheese

This sandwich takes the traditional grilled cheese to a whole new level that we are more than excited about. Goat cheese? Check. Prosciutto? You can bet on it. Get ready because this recipe is like eating at a gourmet restaurant in your own kitchen. (via A Girl Defloured)

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (10)

Image via The Little Epicurean

Autumn Persimmon Arugula Pasta

If you're not so sure about the bitter flavor of arugula, then this is the perfect dish for you. The persimmons add a fresh flavor to balance the dish out, and we'll eat just about anything if there's pasta involved. (via The Little Epicurean)

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (11)

Image via The Amateur Gourmet

Persimmon Cranberry Sauce

Welcome another spin on a dinnertime essential: cranberry sauce. It doesn't have to be the holiday season to enjoy this fruity condiment with your chicken or on a sandwich. It's got just enough sweetness to balance out your go-to savory dish. (via The Amateur Gourmet)

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (12)

Image via Perpetually Chic

Roasted Persimmon & Coconut Quinoa Porridge

Quinoa's another popular item that I've seen pop up a lot in the foodie community over the last few years and it pairs really well with many of these persimmon recipes. So what's a better way to try out persimmons than with another healthy + trendy food? (via Perpetually Chic)

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (13)

Image via KCET

Spiced Persimmon Relish

Relish doesn't always have to include pickles! Until it's time to break out the hot dog relish for the Fourth of July, this spiced persimmon recipe makes for a great addition to your spread. (via KCET)

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (14)

Image via PBS Food

Persimmon and Sage Stuffing

Stuffing is definitely a dish that can stand on its own, and even though Thanksgiving is over, why wait until November to try this recipe out? Freshen up this comfort food with bright persimmons and earth sage and you'll never go back to boxed stuffing again. (via PBS Food)

Sweets

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (15)

Image via Jessica Gavin

Persimmon Cookies

Our major sweet tooth is always leading us to look for new dessert recipes, and we are definitely adding this one to the list. With cranberries, white chocolate chips, and pecans, this is about to become your new favorite cookie. (via Jessica Gavin)

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (16)

Image via Daisy's World

Persimmon Cardamom Honey Ice Cream

If you have an ice cream machine, then you *have* to try out this recipe! Honestly, it seems like persimmons pair perfectly with all kinds of spices so the world is your oyster when it comes to spicing up this dish. (via Daisy's World)

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (17)

Image via Wandercooks

Persimmon Apple Oat Crumble

Sweet vanilla persimmons and crunchy tart apples team up under a thick, crumbly crust in this deliciously simple dessert. The buttery, cinnamon-y goodness will chase away all your winter blues. (via Wandercooks)

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (18)

Image via Joy of Kosher

Persimmon Tart

We absolutely love pies and tarts during this time of the year, and our favorite part of this recipe is that the tarts are tiny enough to make one per person! Consider this the perfect finger food for kids and adults alike. (via Joy of Kosher)

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (19)

Image via Cupcake Project

Persimmon Cupcakes

What recipe list (or celebration, for that matter) is complete without a cupcake? That's right–you can even make frosting out of persimmons! What a wonder fruit. Try filling the cupcakes with jam (or drizzling it overtop) for a nice final touch. (via Cupcake Project)

Follow us on Pinterest for more persimmon recipes and check out our online baking and cooking classes for more inspo.

This post has been updated.

From Your Site Articles

  • 14 Filling Winter Salads That Count as Comfort Food - Brit + Co ›
  • Waffle-Iron Latkes 5 Ways ›
  • 17 Tasty Brunch Recipe Ideas for a Merry Christmas Morning - Brit + ... ›
  • 14 Christmas co*cktail Recipes to Get You Through the Holiday ... ›
  • 20 Modern Latke Recipes That Aren't Your Grandma's Version - Brit ... ›
  • 20 Modern Latke Recipes That Aren’t Your Grandma’s Version - Brit + Co ›

Related Articles Around the Web

Sonia Rao

Sonia is a determined, television-obsessed gal on a quest to find the best cinnamon waffles recipe out there. If she isn’t researching the latest fashion trends or avidly crafting, you can catch her curled up on the couch with a few (meaning a billion) cookies, watching the hilarious antics of Leslie Knope or Mindy Lahiri. Sonia loves writing for Brit + Co as much as she loves desserts, and is equally proud of her quirky, pop culture reference-filled Twitter feed.

19 Persimmon Recipes To Change Up Your Winter Menu (2024)

FAQs

What can I do with too many persimmons? ›

One of the best options for copious amounts of any food is to freeze some for later. HalfPint suggests pureeing the persimmon pulp, putting it into plastic freezer bags to maximize your freezer space, and then making persimmon bread, smoothies, and steamed pudding with the thawed fruit pulp later on.

What are the benefits of eating persimmon? ›

Persimmons are a good source of vitamins A and C as well as manganese, which helps the blood to clot. They also have other antioxidants, which help reduce the risk of many serious health conditions including cancer and stroke. One serving of persimmons contains approximately: Calories: 118.

What flavors are complementary to persimmons? ›

Discover flavors that blend well with this luscious seasonal gem and craft a fruit-centric salad around it. We love to pair persimmons with sweet and savory fall flavors like maple, honey, walnuts, beets, pomegranates, apples, kumquats, and pears—or keep it all sweet for a colorful, nutritious fruit salad.

What Cannot be eaten with persimmon? ›

Dairy: Consuming dairy products like milk, yogurt, or cheese immediately before or after eating persimmons may lead to digestive issues for some people. This is because persimmons are acidic and can curdle milk, potentially causing stomach discomfort. To avoid this, consider spacing out the consumption of dairy.

Are too many persimmons bad for you? ›

If you eat a lot of persimmons, it will increase the sediment, which is easy to become large particles that are difficult to get out, which can form large blocks and clog digestion.

Why cant you eat persimmons on an empty stomach? ›

Excess in persimmons, hawthorns, tea, alcohol or food increasing gastric acidity can cause such stones," said Dr Lu Ying, director of Shanghai Yida Hospital's digestive disease department. "Eating persimmons with an empty stomach or eating an excessive amount of raw persimmons is likely to result in a stone.

Should you eat persimmon skin? ›

Persimmons have a delicate honey-like flavor and silky texture. They can be eaten fresh, dried, or cooked, and are very versatile in recipes. Persimmon peels are completely edible. Whether or not to peel the fruit is a matter of personal preference and the recipe that you're using.

Is persimmon a laxative? ›

The fruit is easily chewable and has a delicious flavour, but it is not recommended for diabetics, obese and sufferers of gastroduodenal ulcer. Persimmons have a creamy and sweet pulp and have laxative, diuretic and hepatoprotective.

What is the side effect of persimmon fruits? ›

It has been used in clinical research without reported adverse effects. The fruit might cause allergic reactions in some people, but this is uncommon. Eating the fruit in very large amounts might cause blockage of the intestines.

What do persimmons symbolize? ›

Persimmons carry a rich cultural significance, often associated with luck and prosperity. In many cultures, the fruit is a symbol of perseverance, reflecting a deep understanding of inner strength. Its presence in folklore and tradition is a testament to the fruit's esteemed status throughout history.

What is the tastiest persimmon? ›

When the flesh is brown, they are at their peak eating quality. When persimmon fans are asked which variety is the best-tasting, you may hear maru, suruga, saijo and even the Native American persimmon (Diospyros virginiana) that grows in the Southeast as far west as Oklahoma.

What is the best time to eat persimmon? ›

Hachiyas, also known as bitter or astringent persimmons, should not be eaten until fully ripe. Before they've reached peak ripeness, Hachiyas will have a virtually inedible, chalky taste. To avoid this unpleasant surprise, make sure you allow Hachiyas to ripen until they're soft and about to burst.

Is it OK to eat persimmon at night? ›

A. No, you should not eat persimmons at night. Eating fruits like persimmons at night may cause an increase in blood sugar levels. In addition, an increase in blood sugar levels may disturb sleep.

How many persimmons can I eat a day? ›

Eating one medium-sized persimmon (about 100 grams) a day is enough to help fight atherosclerosis, says Gorinstein. She is quick to add that other fruits also help guard against heart disease and urges people to include them in their diet as well.

Can you freeze persimmons for later use? ›

Persimmons freeze very well, so I tend to pick as much fruit as possible to store away for the year. To prepare your fruit for the freezer, rinse off the skin of the fruit and lightly pat dry. This is a delicate process as the fruit can be very soft.

Can you freeze raw persimmons? ›

If you have a mature persimmon tree, you know it produces more fruit than you can consume fresh. But the good news is that there are ways to preserve them. You can freeze them, dry them, or turn them into jam.

Can you freeze fresh persimmons? ›

Yes, you can freeze persimmons.

How do you preserve fresh persimmons? ›

- How to store persimmons and make them last - Persimmons

Once very ripe, place in a Glad® Food Storage Zipper Bag but do not close. Or, place ripe persimmons in a bowl in the fridge that has been loosely covered with Glad® ClingWrap. Keep in the crisper drawer of the refrigerator.

Top Articles
Latest Posts
Article information

Author: Edmund Hettinger DC

Last Updated:

Views: 5696

Rating: 4.8 / 5 (58 voted)

Reviews: 81% of readers found this page helpful

Author information

Name: Edmund Hettinger DC

Birthday: 1994-08-17

Address: 2033 Gerhold Pine, Port Jocelyn, VA 12101-5654

Phone: +8524399971620

Job: Central Manufacturing Supervisor

Hobby: Jogging, Metalworking, Tai chi, Shopping, Puzzles, Rock climbing, Crocheting

Introduction: My name is Edmund Hettinger DC, I am a adventurous, colorful, gifted, determined, precious, open, colorful person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.