Lemon Glazed Persimmon Bars

Brighten up your dessert table with these irresistibly moist and fragrant Lemon Glazed Persimmon Bars! Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe persimmon pulp and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, these soft and tender bars offer a delightful balance of cozy and citrusy flavors. The crowning touch is a luscious lemon glaze, made with fresh lemon juice and zest, adding a zippy sweetness that perfectly complements the spiced cake-like base. Quick and easy to whip up with simple pantry staples, this recipe makes the ideal treat for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or anytime you crave a seasonal dessert with a citrus twist. Serve these glazed beauties as a crowd-pleasing snack or an elegant finish to dinner, and watch them disappear in no time.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Persimmon pulp (ripe)
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (fresh)
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the persimmon pulp, granulated sugar, eggs, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until the batter is smooth and fully combined.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before applying the glaze.

Step 8

To make the lemon glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 9

Once the bars have cooled, drizzle the lemon glaze evenly over the top. Use a spatula to spread it if necessary.

Step 10

Allow the glaze to set for about 10-15 minutes, then use the parchment paper overhang to carefully lift the bars out of the pan.

Step 11

Cut into 12 squares or bars and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1065.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3140.4

Total Fat 109.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 635.8mg	0%
Sodium 1851.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 519.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 366.9g
Protein 35.9g	0%

Vitamin D 108.8IU	0%
Calcium 237.5mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 898.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.8%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 64.8%