Chewy and Sweet Dried Persimmon Bites (Ggam Ggam Danja)
Crafting Delicious Dried Persimmon Bites: A Perfect Holiday Gift
Create delightful Dried Persimmon Bites, ideal for gifting during holidays. These treats feature a chewy dried persimmon exterior filled with a harmonious blend of crunchy nuts, fragrant yuzu zest preserve, and sweet honey, making them a sophisticated traditional dessert loved by all ages. Highly recommended as a holiday present!
Main Ingredients- Semi-dried whole persimmons (4-5 pcs)
- Nuts (walnuts, etc.) as desired
- Yuzu zest preserve (2 Tbsp)
- Honey (1 Tbsp)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Hello everyone! Today, we’re making chewy and sweet Dried Persimmon Bites, perfect for holiday gifts. You’ll need semi-dried persimmons, your favorite nuts, and yuzu zest preserve and honey to fill the persimmons. These are simple yet offer a truly special flavor.
Step 2
First, let’s prepare the persimmons. Remove the stems and bottoms. Gently press the inside of the persimmon with your finger to create a space for the filling, making sure to avoid damaging the chewy texture. We want to keep the persimmon intact.
Step 3
Now, let’s make the filling! Finely chop or crush your chosen nuts (like walnut brittle). Mix them with the yuzu zest preserve and honey. You can adjust the sweetness and fragrance to your liking. We’ll carefully stuff this mixture into the prepared persimmons.
Step 4
Generously fill the hollowed-out persimmons with the prepared mixture. Gently fold the edges of the persimmon inwards to form a round ‘danja’ shape. Press firmly but carefully to ensure the filling stays inside and the shape is neat. Once the shape is well-formed, you’re halfway done!
Step 5
If you have any leftover filling, you can shape it into a small ball and place it in the center. When gifting, wrapping each persimmon bite tightly with plastic wrap or parchment paper will help maintain its shape and give it a neat presentation. This will surely impress the recipient.
Step 6
If you’re tired of making the same traditional holiday treats like gangjeong or yanggaeng every year, try these Dried Persimmon Bites for a unique and thoughtful gift. The rich flavor of the persimmon combined with the sweet filling will create an unforgettable impression.
Step 7
Finally, carefully wrap your beautifully crafted Dried Persimmon Bites in a decorative cloth or box. A handmade gift like this, filled with your personal touch, is more precious than any other. Enjoy these delicious treats and have a wonderful holiday!
