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Persimmon Cookies
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 12 Minutes
Ready In: 12 Minutes
Servings: 48
My great aunt used to make these every holiday season. They were a favorite during family gatherings on my Mothers side. My wife’s’ side of the family find them tasty too. It is a nice break form the normal sweet cookie. Read more . They are best when fresh I don’t think they freeze very well but they seem to get eaten.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup shortening
1 tsp soda
1 cup persimmon pulp
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped nuts
1 well-beaten egg
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp nutmeg
1 tsp cinnamon
2 cups flour
Directions:
1. Cream shortening and sugar
2. Add well-beaten egg
3. Stir in remaining ingredients
4. Bake at 375 degrees for 12 minutes
5. Drop by teaspoon on greased cookie sheet 2 inches apart
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