Persimmon Cupcakes

Persimmon Cupcakes

cupcakes made with an unusual fruit

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 3h 45m
Cook Time: 30m
Total Time: 4h 15m
Temp.: 350 °F
Servings: 12
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (17 Reviews)
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Ingredients

Adjust servings:

For the cupcakes

For the persimmon frosting

Nutritional Information

334
Calories
11g
Fat
53g
Carbohydrates
5g
Protein
83mg
Cholesterol
157mg
Sodium
Persimmon Cupcakes

Recipe Description

These Persimmon Cupcakes are simply amazing if you can get your hands on some persimmons. Persimmons are orange-colored fruits which are known for their sweet flavor when they are completely ripe. Cut into one too soon and you will be left with a bitter taste in your mouth.

These cupcakes are really delicious and so easy to make. Start by mixing the dry ingredients together. Then cream the butter and sugar and incorporate eggs, persimmon pulp and orange juice. Combine the wet and dry ingredients before baking in the oven. Make a persimmon frosting to top these special treats!

To make Persimmon Cupcakes you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Persimmon Cupcakes

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Heat the oven and prepare a cupcake tray

    5 min
    Step 1 - Persimmon Cupcakes

    Preheat the oven to 350 °F . Line a cupcake tray with paper cupcake liners.

  2. 2

    Make the frosting

    3h 30m
    Step 2 - Persimmon CupcakesStep 2 - Persimmon Cupcakes

    Bring all the ingredients to a boil in a medium-sized saucepan, stirring constantly over medium heat. Simmer for about a minute. Remove from the heat and allow mixture to come to room temperature before chilling in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.

  3. 3

    Mix dry ingredients

    1 min
    Step 3 - Persimmon Cupcakes

    Mix the flour, pumpkin pie spice and baking soda together in a medium sized bowl.

  4. 4

    Cream butter and sugar

    3 min
    Step 4 - Persimmon Cupcakes

    In a separate larger bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

  5. 5

    Add eggs, pulp and orange juice to the creamed butter and sugar

    2 min
    Step 5 - Persimmon CupcakesStep 5 - Persimmon Cupcakes

    Add the eggs, persimmon pulp and orange juice and mix until thoroughly combined.

  6. 6

    Incorporate the dry ingredients

    2 min
    Step 6 - Persimmon CupcakesStep 6 - Persimmon Cupcakes

    Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients until fully incorporated.

  7. 7

    Bake

    30 min
    Step 7 - Persimmon CupcakesStep 7 - Persimmon Cupcakes

    Spoon the cupcake batter into the paper cupcake liners to ¾ full. Bake the muffins for about 30 minutes, or until a skewer or a cake tester inserted comes out clean.

  8. 8

    Serve

    Step 8 - Persimmon Cupcakes

    Pipe the frosting onto cooled cupcakes and serve with your favorite hot beverage.

These Persimmon Cupcakes are a great idea treat when you find persimmons in your local grocery store or farmer’s market. Just remember to wait until they are over-ripe before using! Try them out soon and don’t forget to tag #cookmerecipes in your baking posts!

About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (17 reviews)
Xavier Johnson
March 26, 2025
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These Persimmon Cupcakes brought back memories of my grandmother's kitchen. Simple to make and deliciously sweet, a delight.

Nick Anderson
March 16, 2025
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These cupcakes are da bomb! Perfect for family gatherings. My kids couldn't get enough of 'em!

Patricia Johnson
February 23, 2025
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These Persimmon Cupcakes are a total win! Made 'em for my hubby's bday, and he loved 'em. Super easy to whip up and they taste so fresh. Gotta try the frosting, it's the cherry on top!

Ivy Johnson
April 27, 2024
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Yum! I made these for my kids' bake sale, and they were gone in minutes! Totally rocked everyone's taste buds!

Steve
March 18, 2024
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Amazing flavour, absolutely loved!

Sam
March 12, 2024
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Blimey! These Persimmon Cupcakes are just brilliant! Whipped 'em up for me mates and they loved 'em. Super easy and taste like heaven. Gonna make them again for sure!

Becky Thompson
January 21, 2024
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Super easy recipe!

Tommy
October 25, 2023
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Yummy, and quick!

Olivia
September 24, 2023
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These cupcakes were a hit at my birthday party!

Nina
December 6, 2022
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These persimmon cupcakes were a hit at our family gathering. So easy.

Emily
September 18, 2022
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Delicious! These persimmon cupcakes were a hit at my son's birthday party. Everyone asked for the recipe. I love how simple they are to make, and the frosting adds just the right touch. Can't wait to bake them again!

Jules
April 20, 2022
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These cupcakes are bomb! Made 'em for the kids' bday, they loved 'em.

Nora Thompson
February 7, 2022
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Amazing!

Grace Henderson
August 28, 2021
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Delicious!

Rocío
December 10, 2020
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Hice estos Cupcakes de Persimón y quedé maravillada. Recuerdo que mi abuela siempre usaba persimonas en sus postres. Esta receta es tan simple y delicioso. La mezcla de sabores es única. Definitivamente, haré más para compartir con amigos!

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