Ingredients and Weight:
- Persimmons: 2 (medium-sized, about 200 grams each)
- Raisins: 1 cup
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter: 1 stick (125 grams)
- Sugar: 1/2 cup
- Egg: 1
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Peel and dice the persimmons into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
- Stir in the diced persimmons and raisin into the wet mixture.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
- Drop cookie dough by spoonful onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information: (per cookie, assuming 8 cookies)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- The combination of persimmons and raisins creates a unique and sweet flavor.
- The cookies are soft, moist, and have a slight crunch on the edges.
- The vanilla extract adds a subtle flavor note that pairs well with the natural sweetness of the persimmons and raisins.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The persimmons give them a unique flavor that I haven't tried before."
- "I love the combination of persimmons and raisins in these cookies. They are so tasty and moist."
- "These cookies are perfect for fall when persimmons are in season. The vanilla extract adds a nice flavor note."
- "I was skeptical about using persimmons in cookies, but these were delicious! The texture was perfect and the flavor was outstanding."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use ripe persimmons for the best flavor and texture in the cookies.
- Persimmons can be hard to peel, so be careful not to waste too much of the fruit while peeling.
- Adjust the baking time according to your oven's temperature and how you prefer your cookies to be done (more or less golden brown).
