Sweet Alabama Pecanbread is a delightful Southern treat that brings together the rich, nutty flavors of pecans with a hint of sweetness, embodying the essence of Southern comfort food. This rustic bread is not just a dessert; it’s a versatile delight that can be enjoyed at breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or even as a comforting dessert.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup brown sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
In another bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined.
Fold in the chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. If desired, sprinkle the brown sugar over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the pecan bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
