Chef John'S Holiday Pumpkin Bread Recipe

Name: Chef John'S Holiday Pumpkin Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: cooking spray; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1 cup white sugar; 2 eggs; 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder; 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 3/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts

Servings: persons

cooking spray
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts

1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2
Spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
3
Mix butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
4
Whisk in eggs one at a time until combined.
5
Whisk in the pumpkin puree, cinnamon, Chinese five-spice powder, and allspice until combined.
6
Stir flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda into the pumpkin mixture and mix until just combined. Stir in chopped walnuts.
7
Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
8
Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour.

833

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: cooking spray, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened, 1 cup white sugar, 2 eggs, and more.

Yes, Chef John'S Holiday Pumpkin Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chef John'S Holiday Pumpkin Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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