Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray, line bottom with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 2

Measure 1/2 cup coconut oil into a glass measuring cup (or any microwave safe bowl), microwave until completely melted and set aside to cool until you continue to make the batter.

Step 3

Whisk together all dry ingredients together in a medium bowl and set aside.

Step 4

Combine eggs and sugar in large bowl, beat on high with a hand held electric beater for 3 minutes until thick and pale in color.Add coconut oil and beat for one more minute.

Step 5

Add half the flour mixture, beat until just mixed (do not over mix). Beat in yogurt and then the remaining flour mixture (do not over mix).

Step 6

Switching to a rubber spatula, fold in the grated persimmons, until evenly combined.

Step 7

Transfer batter into the prepared loaf pan, smooth top and bake for about 45-50 minutes or until a tooth pick inserted in the middle comes clean.

Step 8

Place pan on a wire rack and let cool.Remove bread from the pan after about 10 minutes and place on the wire rack to cool completely.