Persimmon Smoothie
🥤 Crave-worthy Persimmon Smoothie: Naturally Sweet & Creamy
This persimmon smoothie is the kind of drink that feels like fall in a glass. It’s creamy, naturally sweet, and just the right balance of refreshing and cozy. With ripe persimmon pulp, frozen banana, and a hint of cinnamon, this smoothie blends rich texture and vibrant flavor — no added sugar needed.
At Dee’s Nutz and Berries in Brodhead, WI, we’re preparing for our first public harvest of American persimmons in 2028. While our orchard matures, we’re sharing delicious ways to enjoy persimmons right now — including this easy, nutrient-packed smoothie.
Want to sip smoothies like this on the farm? Visit our persimmon page to learn more about the fruit we grow and the recipes we’re developing — or keep scrolling to sign up for seasonal updates.
🥤 Crave-worthy Persimmon Smoothie: Naturally Sweet & Creamy
🍊 Ingredients
- 1 ripe persimmon (very soft; peel and remove seeds if needed)
- 1 frozen banana
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
- ¼ cup orange juice
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp ground ginger (optional)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Handful of ice (optional, for texture)
- Optional: 1 tbsp chia or flax seeds
- Optional: honey or maple syrup to taste
🌀 How to Make a Creamy Persimmon Smoothie
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Making this smoothie couldn’t be easier:
- Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- Adjust with more orange juice or ice for desired thickness.
- Taste and add sweetener if needed.
- Pour into a glass and garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or granola.
🍁 From the Orchard Tip: Persimmon Smoothie Secrets
- Use only soft, fully ripe persimmons. If you’re using American or Hachiya types, the pulp should be jelly-like and very sweet.
- Fuyu persimmons can work too, especially when combined with banana, but the texture is best when they’re super soft.
- Swap yogurt for oat or coconut milk for a vegan version.
- Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder or nut butter for extra staying power.
Looking for more ways to prep smoothies like this? Want more creative ways to blend up fall flavors? Check out this Spiced Persimmon Smoothie from Downshiftology — it’s a warm, nourishing twist on a cool-weather favorite.
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