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Persimmon and Honey Dessert

Name: Persimmon and Honey Dessert
Prep time: 23 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 93 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: Persimmons, 4 ripe, peeled and diced; Honey, 1 tbsp; Vanilla Extract, 1 tsp; Heavy Cream, 1 cup; Powdered Sugar, 2 tbsp; Vanilla Extract, 1 tsp; Almonds, 1/4 cup, roughly chopped; Walnuts, 1/4 cup, roughly chopped

Indulge in the unique flavors of this delightful dessert made with ripe persimmons and a touch of honey — a treat as simple as it is luxurious.

4.2(216 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·August 11, 2025

Persimmon and Honey Dessert — Dessert served and photographed from above

Prep

23 min

Cook

1 h 10 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Dessert Base

For the Cream Topping

For the Nutty Crunch

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 403 kcal
Protein: 4.8 g
Carbs: 29 g
Fat: 31.8 g
Fiber: 4.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1610 kcal
Protein: 19.1 g
Carbs: 116 g
Fat: 127 g
Fiber: 18 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Persimmons 4 ripe, peeled and diced	240	2	64	1	12
Honey 1 tbsp	64	0.1	17	0	0
Vanilla Extract 1 tsp	12	0	0.5	0	0
Heavy Cream 1 cup	820	5	7	88	0
Powdered Sugar 2 tbsp	62	0	16	0	0
Vanilla Extract 1 tsp	12	0	0.5	0	0
Almonds 1/4 cup, roughly chopped	200	7	7	18	4
Walnuts 1/4 cup, roughly chopped	200	5	4	20	2

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Persimmons

1
Peel and Dice
Peel and dice the persimmons, removing any seeds.
Tip: Ensure persimmons are fully ripe for the best taste.
2
Mix with Honey and Vanilla
Mix the diced persimmons with honey and vanilla extract in a bowl.
3
Rest the Mixture
Let the mixture rest for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Preparing the Cream Topping

1
Whip the Cream
Whisk the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
2
Chill Topping
Chill in the refrigerator until ready to use.

How to Make Persimmon and Honey Dessert

Total time: 1 h 33 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Marination
Allow the persimmon and honey mixture to rest for 30 minutes to develop flavor.
2
Cream Preparation
Whip the cream until it forms soft peaks for the perfect texture.
3
Nut Toasting
Lightly toast nuts to enhance their natural flavor.
4
Timing
Fruit marination: 30 min; Cream preparation: 10 min.
5
Heat Guide
Nut toasting: Medium-low for 3–5 min.