In early fall, heart-shaped Hachiya persimmons start to appear in grocery stores and farmers’ markets. Once they ripen to a soft, jelly-like consistency, purée the pulp and use it to make persimmon muffins. 

Persimmon Muffins: Recipe, Baking Tips, and Serving Ideas

Persimmon muffins are seasonal baked goods made with ripe persimmon purée. Like most muffins, they rely on chemical [leavening agents](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/leavening-agents), such as baking powder and baking soda, for their rise. Warm spices like allspice, clove, and cinnamon are a common addition to the batter.
Persimmon muffins are easy to make and to share. Here’s what to know: 

1. __Use Hachiya persimmons__. There are two main types of persimmons found in the West: Hachiyas and Fuyus. Non-astringent Fuyu persimmons have crisp flesh and a mild flavor similar to apples and are great for snacking or salads. Astringent [Hachiya persimmons](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/hachiya-persimmon-guide) are inedible when raw (unless dried into hoshigaki) but reveal a jammy sweetness and notes of brown sugar, honey, apricots, and raisins once ripe. 
2. __Freeze pulp ahead of time__. Persimmon pulp will keep in the freezer for one year, so if you find yourself with more ripe persimmons than you can eat, process the fruit in a food processor and portion it into one- or two-cup deli containers for easy, at-a-glance baking throughout the year.   
3. __Try different mix-ins__. The mellow sweetness of persimmon muffins makes them an ideal vehicle for various mix-ins, just like banana bread, [zucchini bread](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/zucchini-bread-recipe), and pumpkin bread. Try different kinds of chopped nuts, dried fruits, shredded coconut, or chocolate chips.  

While you can enjoy a persimmon muffin on its own, it’s an excellent opportunity to bring out a few favorite condiments. You can serve the muffins: 

1. __With apple butter or compote__: Seasonal condiments like apple butter, compote, or mostarda are a natural fit for the earthy, spiced sweetness of persimmon muffins. Make your own accompaniment with an easy [apple butter recipe](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/simple-homemade-apple-butter-recipe).
2. __With cream cheese (or cream cheese frosting)__: To add richness to a persimmon muffin, split it in half and serve with a swipe of crème fraîche or softened cream cheese. For a sweeter dessert pairing, use [cream cheese frosting](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/cream-cheese-frosting-recipe). 
3. __With cultured butter__: Serve warm persimmon muffins with tangy cultured butter—or soft unsalted butter with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.   

Store individually wrapped persimmon muffins in an airtight container at room temperature, where they’ll last for one week. To freeze, let muffins cool to room temperature before wrapping them in plastic wrap and placing them in resealable freezer bags. Properly stored persimmon muffins will last up to six months in the freezer. 
In early fall, heart-shaped Hachiya persimmons start to appear in grocery stores and farmers’ markets. Once they ripen to a soft, jelly-like consistency, purée the pulp and use it to make persimmon muffins. 

Persimmon muffins are seasonal baked goods made with ripe persimmon purée. Like most muffins, they rely on chemical <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/leavening-agents' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/leavening-agents","linkCopy":"leavening agents","category":null}'>leavening agents</a>, such as baking powder and baking soda, for their rise. Warm spices like allspice, clove, and cinnamon are a common addition to the batter.

What Are Persimmon Muffins?

Persimmon muffins are easy to make and to share. Here’s what to know: <ol class="mc-m-4"><li class="mc-my-4"> 1. Use Hachiya persimmons. There are two main types of persimmons found in the West: Hachiyas and Fuyus. Non-astringent Fuyu persimmons have crisp flesh and a mild flavor similar to apples and are great for snacking or salads. Astringent <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/hachiya-persimmon-guide' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/hachiya-persimmon-guide","linkCopy":"Hachiya persimmons","category":null}'>Hachiya persimmons</a> are inedible when raw (unless dried into hoshigaki) but reveal a jammy sweetness and notes of brown sugar, honey, apricots, and raisins once ripe. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 2. Freeze pulp ahead of time. Persimmon pulp will keep in the freezer for one year, so if you find yourself with more ripe persimmons than you can eat, process the fruit in a food processor and portion it into one- or two-cup deli containers for easy, at-a-glance baking throughout the year. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 3. Try different mix-ins. The mellow sweetness of persimmon muffins makes them an ideal vehicle for various mix-ins, just like banana bread, <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/zucchini-bread-recipe' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/zucchini-bread-recipe","linkCopy":"zucchini bread","category":null}'>zucchini bread</a>, and pumpkin bread. Try different kinds of chopped nuts, dried fruits, shredded coconut, or chocolate chips. </li></ol>

3 Tips for Making Persimmon Muffins

While you can enjoy a persimmon muffin on its own, it’s an excellent opportunity to bring out a few favorite condiments. You can serve the muffins: <ol class="mc-m-4"><li class="mc-my-4"> 1. With apple butter or compote: Seasonal condiments like apple butter, compote, or mostarda are a natural fit for the earthy, spiced sweetness of persimmon muffins. Make your own accompaniment with an easy <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/simple-homemade-apple-butter-recipe' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/simple-homemade-apple-butter-recipe","linkCopy":"apple butter recipe","category":null}'>apple butter recipe</a>. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 2. With cream cheese (or cream cheese frosting): To add richness to a persimmon muffin, split it in half and serve with a swipe of crème fraîche or softened cream cheese. For a sweeter dessert pairing, use <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/cream-cheese-frosting-recipe' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/cream-cheese-frosting-recipe","linkCopy":"cream cheese frosting","category":null}'>cream cheese frosting</a>. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 3. With cultured butter: Serve warm persimmon muffins with tangy cultured butter—or soft unsalted butter with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. </li></ol>

3 Ways to Serve Persimmon Muffins

Store individually wrapped persimmon muffins in an airtight container at room temperature, where they’ll last for one week. To freeze, let muffins cool to room temperature before wrapping them in plastic wrap and placing them in resealable freezer bags. Properly stored persimmon muffins will last up to six months in the freezer.

How to Store Persimmon Muffins

Spiced Persimmon Muffin Recipe

In early fall, heart-shaped Hachiya persimmons start to appear in grocery stores and farmers’ markets. Once they ripen to a soft, jelly-like consistency, purée the pulp and use it to make persimmon muffins.

In early fall, heart-shaped Hachiya persimmons start to appear in grocery stores and farmers’ markets. Once they ripen to a soft, jelly-like consistency, purée the pulp and use it to make persimmon muffins. 
