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    Home » Breakfast and Brunch

    Spiced Persimmon Muffins - Gluten-free, Vegan

    Dated: January 23, 2021 . Modified: Jan 31, 2021 by Kate Hahnel

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    These gluten-free and vegan spiced persimmon muffins are so moist and flavorful! They are great for breakfast, as a healthy snack, kid-approved. The recipe is dairy-free, egg-free pretty easy to follow and implement! You can use freshly made or canned persimmon pulp.

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    • Ingredients
    • Preparation
    • Tips
    • Storage
    • Frequently asked questions
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    Spiced Persimmon Muffins Recipe
    Persimmon Muffins

    I first ate persimmons in London. I was studying for my Master's degree then, and my mum would always buy them at the market in Upton Park on her way back home from work. She said it was brain food, just what I needed to study. Ha! Don't know about that, all I can say is that they taste amazing! Depending on who is eating them, Persimmons do have a taste that is between ripe apricots and mango.

    I have since made a lot of recipes with them; jams, cookies, cakes, bread. One of my favorite ways being this recipe!

    Ingredients

    These vegan and egg-free muffins are very easy to make; you probably have all the ingredients in your kitchen. We will be using almond flour to bake as I find it bakes quite close to all-purpose baking flour. It is also nowadays available in most supermarkets and stores.

    Ingredients
    Ingredients

    Here is what you will need to make these gluten-free and vegan spiced persimmon muffins:

    • persimmon pulp
    • flaxseed meal and water - to make the flax egg
    • blanched almond flour
    • tapioca flour, or your preferred gluten-free flour blend
    • cinnamon
    • nutmeg
    • ground cloves
    • baking soda
    • pure maple syrup
    • tahini or almond butter (or your preferred creamy nut butter)
    • pinch of salt
    • vanilla extract
    • orange juice
    • chopped walnuts
    • baking powder
    • grated rind of one orange

    Preparation

    If I haven't said it, this is a very easy and quick recipe that I know you will love! To make these muffins, simply:

    Spiced Persimmon Muffins - Vegan and Gluten free
    1. Prepare the flax egg - mix the flaxseed meal with water and set it aside for 10 minutes.
    2. Pre-heat the oven: preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (approximately 180 degrees C) and line a 12 cup muffin pan with the muffin liners.
    3. Prepare the persimmon pulp: use a food processor or a blender to puree the persimmon flesh to a pulp (you do not need to pass the pulp through a sieve for this recipe. I would say just make sure to thoroughly process).
    4. Combine the wet ingredients: to the blender with the processed pulp, stir in maple syrup, tahini (or your preferred choice of nut butter), vanilla extract and orange juice. Process for about a minute to combine.
    5. Mix the dry ingredients: pass the almond flour and tapioca flour through a sieve, into a bowl. Stir in the cinnamon, nutmeg, ground cloves, pinch of salt, grated orange rind and baking soda.
    6. Incorporate the wet ingredients: add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, a little at a time until properly incorporated. Stir in the chopped walnuts, then combine. Be careful not to over-beat, otherwise, the muffins will not be so light and fluffy.
    7. Bake: spoon the muffin batter into the lined muffin trays, filling them about ¾ way. You will get about 12-15 muffins. Bake on the middle rack for 20-25 minutes, or until set in the middle and golden brown.
    8. Serve: finally, cool the muffins for about 20 minutes on the pan, before transferring them to a plate or rack. Enjoy them for breakfast, brunch as a snack or as you prefer!

    Tips

    • Use muffin liners or silicon moulds to prevent the muffins from sticking into the muffin trays. To use, simply fill the muffin liners ¾ way full, with the batter.
    • Use more spices if you prefer, just be careful not to over-spice.
    • Avoid overbeating the batter, so the muffins still remain light and fluffy.

    Storage

    • Refrigeration: store the leftover vegan persimmon muffins in an airtight container. They will keep well unrefrigerated for 2-4 days. You can also make the batter ahead and refrigerate it for use a day before. I would advise you NOT to keep the batter longer in the fridge, as the baking soda won't work as well.
    • Freezing: You can freeze these muffins for 2-3 months. Keep them in a single layer in an airtight container. Also, make sure to properly label any freezing bags or containers used with the name, baking and freezing date. To use, simply allow them to thaw completely on the countertop before using. You can also warm up the thawed muffins in the oven for about 3-5 minutes to give them a freshly-baked feel and warmth.
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    Frequently asked questions

    How do you use Fuyu Persimmons?

    When buying Fuyu persimmons which are also known as Diospyros Kaki, use the same principle as with apples. Select ones which are firm, round and with no blemishes. To eat, wash the persimmon peel and slice. Fuyu persimmons are great eaten uncooked; use them in smoothies, salads or just as they are.

    Which persimmons are best for baking?

    Hachiyas are best for baking. Fuyus on the other hand are better eaten uncooked or raw.

    How do you get the pulp from persimmons

    To extract the pulp, wash and cut the persimmons into halves. Use a spoon to remove the seeds if any, then scoop out the flesh into a blender or food processor. Pour the blended puree through a sieve and use the back of a spoon to extract the flesh.

    You can also peel them by using a small knife or potato peeler, just like you would with tomatoes. This method works best for persimmons which are not too ripe.

    Recipe Variations:

    • Stir in dried raisins or cranberries for extra sweetness.
    • Use chopped pecans or almonds, in place of the chopped walnuts.
    • Substitute the almond flour for your favourite gluten-free baking flour.

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    Spiced Persimmon Muffins - Vegan, Gluten free

    Spiced Persimmon Muffins - Gluten-free, Vegan

    Kate Hahnel
    Moist and perfectly spiced gluten-free, and vegan persimmon muffins made using almond flour. Easy and healthy one-bowl recipe to love!
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    Baking Time 20 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Breakfast, brunch, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12
    Calories 444 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup persimmon pulp
    • 2 tablespoon flaxseed meal + 6 tablespoon water mix then set aside for 10 minutes
    • 1⅔ cups almond flour
    • ⅓ cup tapioca flour (alternatively, arrowroot or your preferred gluten free baking flour blend)
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ½ teaspoon cloves
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 cup maple syrup
    • 1 cup tahini (almond butter or any creamy nut butter will be ok)
    • ⅓ cup orange juice
    • 1 cup chopped walnuts
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • grated rind or peel of one orange
    • pinch of salt

    Instructions
     

    • Mix the flaxseed meal with water and set it aside for 10 minutes.
    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (approximately 180 degrees C) and line a 12 cup muffin pan with the muffin liners
    • Use a food processor or a blender to puree the persimmon flesh to a pulp. (You do not need to pass the pulp through a sieve for this recipe. I would say just make sure to thoroughly process.)
    • To the blender with the processed pulp, stir in maple syrup, flaxegg, tahini (or your preferred choice of nut butter), vanilla extract and orange juice. Process for about a minute to combine.
    • Pass the almond flour and tapioca flour through a sieve, into a bowl. Stir in the cinnamon, nutmeg, ground cloves, pinch of salt, grated orange rind, baking powder and baking soda.
    • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, a little at a time until properly incorporated. Stir in the chopped walnuts, then combine. Be careful not to over-beat, otherwise, the muffins will not be so light and fluffy.
    • Spoon the muffin batter into the lined muffin trays, filling them about ¾ way. You will get about 12-15 muffins. Bake on the middle rack for 20-25 minutes, or until set in the middle.
    • Finally, cool the muffins for about 20 minutes on the pan, before transferring them to a plate or rack. Enjoy them for breakfast, brunch as a snack or as you prefer!

    Notes

    USEFUL RECIPE TIPS:
    • Use muffin liners or silicon moulds to prevent the muffins from sticking into the muffins trays. To use, simply fill the muffin liners ¾ way full, with the batter.
    • Use more spices if you prefer, just be careful not to over-spice.
    • Avoid overbeating the batter, so the muffins still remain light and fluffy.
    STORAGE:
    • Refrigeration: store leftover muffins in an airtight container. They will keep well unrefrigerated for 2-4 days. You can also make the batter ahead and refrigerate it for use a day before. I would advise you NOT to keep the batter longer in the fridge, as the baking soda won't work as well.
    • Freezing: You can freeze these muffins for 2-3 months. Keep them in a single layer in an airtight container. Also, make sure to properly label any freezing bags or containers used with the name, baking and freezing date. To use, simply allow them to thaw completely on the countertop before using. You can also warm up the thawed muffins in the oven for about 3-5 minutes to give them a freshly-baked feel and warmth.
     
    “Nutrition information on the site is an estimate calculated using a third-party source and is provided for informational purposes only. It is highly recommended that you make your own calculations. If you have any specific dietary concerns, kindly consult with your healthcare practitioner. Variations may occur for many reasons, such as ingredients used and food preparation. We make no representation or warranty of the accuracy of this information.” Net carbs exclude fibre, erythritol and allulose since they do not impact the blood sugar levels in most people.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 444kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 10gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 265mgFiber: 5gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 32IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 122mgIron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Addison

      January 31, 2021 at 9:58 pm

      5 stars
      These are SO yummy!

      Reply
    2. Cheryl

      January 28, 2021 at 4:39 am

      This is an interesting use of persimmon and the muffins looks so moist.

      Reply
      • Kate Hahnel

        January 29, 2021 at 10:17 pm

        They are so moist, hard to believe they are egg-free too!

        Reply
    3. Sharila

      January 25, 2021 at 7:45 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! These look delicious. I’ve only eaten persimmons raw, so I think this would be a great way to use them in baking. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Kate Hahnel

        January 25, 2021 at 10:33 pm

        I LOVE persimmons and use them in so many different ways!

        Reply

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