Persimmon Smoothie

This seasonal Persimmon Smoothie is quick & easy to make, naturally high in protein, gluten-free & full of warming, sweet cinnamon flavours.

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This super creamy Persimmon Smoothie is naturally sweet with delicious warming cinnamon undertones and might just become your new favourite way to eat persimmon!

It's a great way to use excess or overripe persimmon and as their season is so short it's nice to really make the most of them while we can, in between enjoying some delicious and seasonal pumpkin smoothies too.

Mel x

Ingredients

Here is what you need at a glance, along with some important ingredient notes & substitution ideas:

Persimmon - Any kind, just make sure it's nice and ripe. It should feel a little squishy.
Frozen banana - For creaminess and to chill the smoothie.
Dairy-free milk - Any such as cashew milk, soy milk, oat milk, or almond milk will work in this recipe. You could also use a combination of milk and vegan yogurt for extra creaminess.
Cinnamon - Works so well with persimmon and adds some warmth which is important in fall and winter smoothies. You could use pumpkin spice instead.
Nut/seed butter - This adds some extra creaminess and staying power thanks to the protein and healthy fats. It also gives a delicious nutty flavour that complements the persimmon and cinnamon. I love to use cashew or almond butter.
Maple syrup - Optional. Only use it if you want a little extra sweetness. If your banana and persimmon are very ripe and sweet, you probably won't need it.

To make this vegan smoothie, you will also need a blender. High-speed blenders are a fantastic investment if you make a lot of smoothies.

Turn It Into A Smoothie Bowl

This dairy-free persimmon smoothie can easily be made into a smoothie bowl by reducing the milk to make it extra thick. Start off with half the amount and add a little more as needed to get the thickness you want. Then you can top your delicious smoothie bowl with all kinds of toppings like fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, shredded coconut or vegan granola.

Recipe FAQs

What does a persimmon taste like?

Persimmon have a texture somewhere between apricot, plum and tomato. They are sweet and mild with cinnamon undertones. Once blended up in this smoothie, the flavour is reminiscent of mild sweet pumpkin. Read about the nutritional benefits of persimmon here.

Are persimmon peels edible?

The skin on a persimmon is pretty thin, much like apple peel and is fine to eat. Just be sure to wash it first and remove the leaves from the top of the fruit.

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