Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Persimmon Cookies ~ A Recipe

Getting weekly produce boxes has given such inspiration to step out and try new things.  We had persimmons in this last box.  I've heard they make good cookies, so I thought I'd give them a try, gluten-free style.

I've also found great value in the pestle and mortar.  Not only is it lovely using freshly-powdered spices, it's a great job for little kitchen helpers (and a wonderful sensory experience).

Puréeing the persimmons is quite simple.  If you have a high-speed blender like a Vita-Mix, there's no need to peel it.  Just cut off the tops and cut it into about six pieces.  Run it through the blender until smooth. If you're using a different blender or food processor, you'll also want to peel it first.

Also, make sure your cookie dough balls are kinda tall because they spread.

See?

Gluten-Free Persimmon Cookies
Makes about 2 dozen cookies

• 2 cups blanched almond flour
• 3/4 cup whole cane sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon Celtic sea salt
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 cup persimmon purée
• 1/2 cup softened butter or coconut oil
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

1. Preheat oven to 350º.
2. In a mixer blend flour, soda, salt, and spices.
3. In a large glass measuring cup or a bowl, whisk together purée, syrup, oil, egg, and vanilla.
4. Pour liquid mixture into dry mixture and beat for about 30 seconds.  Turn the mixer to low and add pecans and raisins.
5. Spoon batter onto 2 baking sheets.  If they're not stoneware, grease baking sheets or lay parchment paper onto the sheets.  Leave plenty of room in between cookies, they spread.  Bake 16-20 minutes.  Allow to sit on sheets for about 20 minutes, then serve warm.  Store in an airtight container.

Enjoy!

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