Description
Alabama Pecanbread is a heavenly Southern dessert that combines the rich, nutty flavor of toasted pecans with a moist, sweet bread. With its golden-brown crust and tender crumb, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for breakfast or as an afternoon snack. Each slice offers a delightful experience that brings family and friends together, making it an ideal treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup chopped pecans (lightly toasted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and vanilla extract until frothy. Gradually add melted butter while whisking.
- Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients until just mixed. Fold in the chopped pecans gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for about ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping some pecans for walnuts or adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. To keep leftovers fresh, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.