Best 6 Persimmon Pudding With Hard Sauce Recipes

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Persimmon pudding is a classic Southern dessert prepared with fresh or dried persimmons, a unique Autumn fruit. The resulting pudding is moist, flavorful, and has a lovely orange hue. Persimmons are rich in antioxidants and vitamins, making this dessert not only delicious but also nutritious. Accompanied by a creamy and velvety hard sauce, this dessert is sure to be a hit at any gathering. This article provides a detailed recipe for preparing this delectable treat, along with helpful tips and variations to suit different preferences. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in the delightful flavors of persimmon pudding with hard sauce.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

NONNIE'S PERSIMMON PUDDING



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My husband's grandmother, Nonnie, used to make her really unique version of Persimmon Pudding every Thanksgiving. When she wasn't able to make it anymore, my husband asked if I would take over. I did, and am now required to bring this to every fall family gathering! You can serve this warm or let it cool - my family loves it both ways.

Provided by Mariah Yarian Snapp

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups persimmon pulp
2 cups white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 ½ cups buttermilk
¼ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon honey
4 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup water
½ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13 inch baking pan lightly with nonstick spray; set aside.
  • Mix the persimmon pulp with the 2 cups sugar in a large bowl; set aside. Whisk together the eggs and baking soda in a small bowl. Add the egg mixture to the persimmon mixture and beat well; set aside.
  • Whisk together the 1 cup flour, salt, baking powder, and cinnamon in a bowl. Stir 1/4 of the flour mixture to the persimmon mixture. Add 1/4 of the buttermilk and mix well. Continue alternating flour and buttermilk, adding 1/4 each time, and mixing well after each addition, until all of the flour mixture and buttermilk are incorporated. Stir in cream, honey, and melted butter until well combined. Pour the pudding batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set, about 1 hour. While baking, do not stir; Turn off the oven at the end of the baking time, but do not remove the pudding from the oven.
  • Meanwhile, when the pudding has about 10 minutes of baking time left, make the sauce. Boil the water in a small saucepan. Whisk 1/2 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon flour together, and whisk sugar mixture into the boiling water, whisking until smooth. Boil the sauce for 5 minutes and remove from heat. Stir in vanilla.
  • Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the pudding, and leave the pudding to cool in the warm oven for 20 more minutes, being sure that the oven is off so that the pudding does not continue to cook.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.6 calories, Carbohydrate 66.8 g, Cholesterol 49.2 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 208.7 mg, Sugar 44.8 g

GRANDMA'S PERSIMMON PUDDING



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My grandma has made this for as long as I can remember. In the last couple of years, I have taken up making this, but have taken to cutting the "sauce" part in half and baking in an 8x8 or 9x9 pan instead for just a little longer (for a thicker and more dense/cakelike pudding, rather than the thinner and more "pudding like" pudding). If you choose the smaller pan, you will want to increase the cooking time slightly.

Provided by iewe7726

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup brown sugar
1 cup water
4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 egg
1 cup milk
1 cup persimmon pulp
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • For the syrup, put in baking pan and boil l minute.
  • Mix all batter ingredients together. Pour batter over syrup in baking pan and bake for 30 minutes in 350 degree oven. Serve with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.4, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 38.7, Sodium 155.2, Carbohydrate 53, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 35.6, Protein 3.5

PERSIMMON PUDDING



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Serve this rich cake-like dessert with either whipped cream or caramel sauce.

Provided by Stephanie

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ teaspoon baking soda
2 cups persimmon pulp
2 ½ cups white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
2 ½ cups milk
4 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine persimmon pulp, baking soda, sugar and eggs. Mix well.
  • Add flour, baking powder, cinnamon, vanilla, salt, milk and melted butter. Stir to combine.
  • Pour into baking pan and bake in preheated oven for 55 minutes. The pudding will rise but will fall when removed from oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.5 calories, Carbohydrate 110.1 g, Cholesterol 67.9 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 310.8 mg, Sugar 66.2 g

PERSIMMON PUDDING WITH SWEET WHITE SAUCE



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My Memaw had a persimmon tree and always had pulp packed away in the freezer for this rich and delicious treat; summer, winter, spring or fall. The original recipe was handed down from her mother and each daughter took the recipe and tweaked it a little to accommodate the individual tastes of their families. One daughter added cinnamon, one daughter added nutmeg. This is the recipe I grew-up with and I believe it is the original. Memaw passed away several years ago, but I can still close my eyes and picture the whole family feasting on her persimmon pudding in the tight cozy kitchen of her small farmhouse.

Provided by Mercy

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups sugar
1/2 cup butter
2 whole eggs
2 cups persimmon pulp
2 cups buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 cups sugar
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F for glass pans, or 350°F for metal pans.
  • Grease and flour two 9"x13" pans.
  • Cream the sugar and butter together.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, until thoroughly incorporated.
  • Add the persimmon pulp and the buttermilk to the mixture.
  • Dissolve the baking soda in a little bit of warm water, let fizz, and then add to the mixture.
  • Mix the baking powder with one (1) cup of flour and add to mixture.
  • Add the second cup of flour a little bit at a time, but do not overbeat as this will make the pudding tough.
  • Divide the batter into two pans (this will produce a rather thin layer of pudding when baked).
  • Bake for 45 to 60 minutes checking for doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center after 45 minutes.
  • Do NOT overbake!
  • Better the pudding be a little on the moist side than dry.
  • For the sauce, place the first 4 ingredients in saucepan, bring to boil, boil 5 minutes, then remove from heat and add the vanilla.
  • Once the pudding is done and has cooled a little, cut it into 3” squares and layer it in a serving dish with the warm sauce between the layers and ending with sauce spooned over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453.9, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 58.4, Sodium 237.8, Carbohydrate 86.2, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 68.7, Protein 5.2

PERSIMMON PUDDING



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Sweet and juicy persimmons are the base of this classic holiday pudding recipe from "The Martha Stewart Living Christmas Cookbook." Soft whipped cream can be served as an alternative topping to sour lemon sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup vegetable oil, plus more for mold
4 to 5 large, very ripe persimmons
3/4 cup sugar
6 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Sour Lemon Sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Oil an 8-cup lidded pudding mold with vegetable oil; set aside.
  • Peel persimmons and transfer to a medium bowl. Mash flesh, removing black seeds (you should have 2 3/4 cups of pulp); set aside. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whisk together sugar and eggs on medium-high until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add oil and vanilla; mix until well combined. Add persimmon pulp and mix to combine.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Add to persimmon mixture and mix just until smooth, scraping down sides of bowl once during mixing. Transfer mixture to prepared mold and cover with an oiled parchment paper round; cover mold with lid.
  • Bring a kettle of water to a boil over high heat. Fit a large pot with a rack and place filled pudding mold on rack in pot. Add just enough boiling water to come halfway up the mold. Place pot over high heat and bring to a boil; immediately reduce heat to a simmer and cook until pudding springs back when touched, about 2 1/2 hours, adding more boiling water as necessary to maintain water level.
  • Remove mold from pot and uncover. Let pudding cool in mold for 1 hour, then carefully run a sharp knife around the top edge of the pudding to loosen from the mold and invert carefully onto serving platter. Serve with sour lemon sauce.

PERSIMMON PUDDING



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When a group of ladies and I served this cake-like dessert for a church get-together, it was an instant hit. The persimmon flavor is subtle, and the butter sauce adds elegance.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup whole milk
1 cup mashed ripe persimmon pulp (about 3 medium)
BUTTER SAUCE:
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 tablespoon butter
Dash salt
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add egg; beat well. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk. Stir in persimmon pulp., Pour into six well-greased 8-oz. custard cups or ramekins. Cover tightly with a double layer of foil. Place on a rack in a deep kettle. Add 1 in. of boiling water to kettle; cover and boil gently. Replace water as needed. Steam for 1-1/2 hours or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before removing from custard cups., For butter sauce, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, evaporated milk, butter and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until heated through. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Drizzle over pudding.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose ripe persimmons: Use ripe, firm persimmons that are free of blemishes. The riper the persimmons, the sweeter the pudding will be.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will result in a tough pudding. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Steam the pudding for the best results: Steaming the pudding is the best way to ensure that it cooks evenly and doesn't dry out. If you don't have a steamer, you can bake the pudding in a water bath.
  • Serve the pudding warm with hard sauce: Persimmon pudding is best served warm with a dollop of hard sauce. The hard sauce will help to cut the sweetness of the pudding.

Conclusion:

Persimmon pudding is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for a special occasion. With its rich flavor and smooth texture, this pudding is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a dessert that is both delicious and impressive, give persimmon pudding a try. You won't be disappointed.

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