Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread
Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread is a deliciously moist quick bread that combines the rich flavor of pecans with sweet hints of vanilla and cinnamon. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful snack, this bread is a great way to showcase the southern charm of Alabama.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 loaf pan (9x5 inch)
- 1 rubber spatula
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour Consider substituting some with whole wheat flour for a healthier version.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the loaf pan with butter or cooking spray and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans using a rubber spatula. Ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with the spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For an extra touch, you can drizzle a simple glaze made of powdered sugar and milk over the cooled bread.
This bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
Consider substituting some of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier version.