Persimmon are a delicious fruit native to specific parts of Asia – namely China, northern Indochina, and Northeast India.
They were introduced to Japan in the 7th century, and later to Korea. Now, this wonderful fruit is cultivated in these countries and exported around the world.
These fruits have a mild and delicate flavor that you may associate with a cantaloupe; They are not excessively sweet, and have a slight squash or honey-like taste to them.
Because of this strange mix, persimmon (also called sharon fruit), are very versatile when it comes to dishes!
The humble persimmon can be used in desserts, main courses, drinks, and much more.
If you would like some recipe ideas so that you can use your persimmon, keep reading. We will be going through 15 of our favorite recipes right here.
15 Best Persimmon Recipes To Try Today
1. Twists & Zests’ Persimmon Bread
Yes, you can make bread with your persimmon! What’s better is that this bread even has rum in it, so you know it’s going to be divine.
Flavors like nutmeg, ginger, and cinnamon work together like a dream, and really bring out the warmth of the persimmon. This is a recipe that you will be returning to time and time again, because it really is that good.
2. Honest Food Talks’ Persimmon Salad
This is so easy, you’re going to wish you tried this concoction sooner. In this simple salad, all you have is persimmon, pears, cottage cheese, chopped walnuts, honey, and some basil – that’s it!
Chop everything up, mix it together, and break the cheese over it before drizzling over some honey. It doesn’t get more complicated than that.
You could add things like pumpkin seeds into the mix, too, but it isn’t necessary. Just do whatever you feel like, and it will be delicious.
3. Jules’ Kitchen’s Persimmon Risotto With Pancetta And Goat Cheese
Here’s an interesting idea if you would like to use your persimmons for something a little more interesting – a risotto!
This is a lot easier than you think, and this dish calls for some great flavors, such as pancetta, goat’s cheese and even white wine.
You need less than half an hour to pull everything together, and you will be left with a restaurant quality dish.
The persimmon adds some mild but lovely sweetness, and works with things like chicken stock and Parmigiano Reggiano very well.
4. Veggie Desserts’ Easy Spiced Persimmon Muffins
Want something different for breakfast? Why not make these easy spiced persimmon muffins?
You get the lovely mild flavor of the fruit, but also the spices and warmth from the ginger and cinnamon.
This is a great breakfast option for the fall, especially if you decide to use pumpkin spice instead of cinnamon!
Not to mention, everyone loves making muffins, right? This is a recipe that everyone can help out with.
5. Greedy Gourmet’s Persimmon Chutney
Love chutney? Why not use the persimmons you have at home to make some for yourself?
This recipe calls for a bunch of incredible ingredients with potent flavors like cinnamon, chiles (see also “Differences Between California And Guajillo Chiles“), cloves, ginger, and much more.
You will get plenty of use out of a recipe like this, and you can even package the chutney and give it to loved ones! Better yet – people would probably love to buy some from you.
6. Little Sweet Baker’s Persimmon Pudding
Persimmon pudding is a lot like a type of cake, and you use all those classic cake ingredients like flour, eggs, baking powder, and all that good stuff.
However, the persimmon pulp gives this pudding a wild but delightful flavor, and the chopped nuts add a lovely texture.
This dish is so easy to make, and you can serve it with a generous dollop of cream or something similar. You won’t be able to get enough!
7. Just A Mum’s Kitchen Persimmon Crumble With Honey And Cinnamon
Want to make a mouthwatering dessert with your humble persimmons?
This persimmon crumble with honey and cinnamon is going to be the ultimate recipe. It’s full of warm and cozy flavors, and everything about it is heartwarming.
Not to mention, any crumble is super easy to make, so you don’t need to worry about it too much.
Just balance the flavors and make it perfect for fall. Serve with some ice cream or thick cream, and you will be in heaven.
8. Nom Nom Paleo’s Kale Salad With Persimmons
Looking for a super healthy way to use your persimmon? This easy and nutritious kale and persimmon salad has everything you could possibly want to kick-start your day.
There’s fresh and crunchy kale, thinly sliced persimmons for some sweetness, toasted almost slivers, and the all-important lemon vinaigrette.
With a few extra minutes, you can have this delight ready to do. All the vitamins and fiber in this dish will remind you why this is a superfood. It’s incredible.
9. Yay For Food’s Persimmon Goat Cheese Tartlets
Who doesn’t love tartlets? This persimmon goat cheese tartlet recipe is unbelievably good and so easy to make if you purchase pre-made pastry.
Even better, though – make your own pastry! It’s rich and buttery, and a classic that you won’t be able to get enough of.
These delights are somewhere between snacks and desserts, so we wouldn’t blame you if you have them for breakfast and dessert. They’re just that good.
10. Full Of Plants’ Thai Basil Tempeh With Persimmon Salsa
Tempeh is much like a type of tofu, but it’s a little different. This food is made from fermented soybeans, and is full of protein, vitamins, fiber, and probiotics.
When you add persimmon into the mix with tempeh, you get a lovely mix of sweet and savory that you can’t help but love.
You only need around 20 minutes to put this dish together, so what are you waiting for? It’s great for any vegan lifestyle.
11. Healing Tomato’s Savory Stuffed Persimmon
While this recipe is great as-is, don’t be afraid to experiment a little and try out different fillings and flavors! This recipe calls for things like lentils, cranberries, and walnuts for the willing, but you can go wild.
You can lean into spicy or mild, or any other flavor profile you prefer. Just remember that whatever you put in needs to go well with persimmon!
12. Read & Vibrant’s Arugula Persimmon Salad
Love the potent flavor or arugula? Why not combine it with the wonderful persimmon to create something new and exciting? This 10-minute salad packs a punch, and has all the right textures and flavors.
The persimmon and pomegranate are the perfect pairing for the powerful arugula. When the chopped walnuts and pepitas get added, it is brought to a whole new level.
Not to mention, the delightful dressing gets added, you get a nice hint of tart from the refreshing lemon.
13. Great British Chefs’ Cod, Spanish Persimmon, And Avocado Ceviche
Ceviche refers to a type of fish (usually a white fish) that is not cooked using traditional means. Rather, it is “cooked” with the acidity of things like lemon juice.
If you love these kinds of dishes and have some persimmon lying around, you should absolutely make this.
The combination of cod, persimmon, and avocado are a match made in heaven. It’s so easy and simple, and will wow your taste buds every time.
14. Vibrant Plate’s Vegan Persimmon Chia Pudding
A chia pudding can be a pudding, or a breakfast – that’s the joy of it! It’s so versatile, and you can enjoy it at any time of day without feeling guilty about it. This delightful vegan persimmon chia pudding is ridiculously easy to make, and you only need around 15 minutes.
Simply adding blended persimmon as layers of the chia pudding will add extra flavor, but also make this dish more filling.
There’s no way you aren’t going to love this option the moment you taste it. Just make sure to prepare everything the night before, as it will need to sit in the fridge overnight!
15. Vegan Yack Attack’s Persimmon Cheesecake
You can’t go wrong with a cheesecake. It’s divine and luxurious, and the ultimate dessert. While cheesecakes are not historically healthy options, you don’t need to feel guilty about enjoying this one.
The sweetness in this dish comes from the use of maple syrup, coconut sugar, and even dates, rather than artificial products.
Not only is this velvety no-bake cheesecake so easy to make, but it only takes around half an hour, too. Everyone is guaranteed to love it.
Final Thoughts
Persimmons are mild and delightful, and very versatile thanks to their flavor and texture. From drinks to cakes and beyond, there are so many potential uses for this fruit.
If you have had some sharon fruit lying around your house, and you didn’t know what to do with them, hopefully this has helped!
Now, you should have 15 great ideas to try out, and discover which one you love the most.
