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Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread: A Moist Southern Quick Bread Recipe

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This Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread recipe delivers a moist, buttery loaf packed with crunchy pecans, embodying classic Southern charm. It is an easy quick bread perfect for breakfast, brunch, or gifting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup chopped pecans, lightly toasted
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for optional glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon milk (for optional glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and flour a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
  3. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This takes about 3 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix only until just combined; do not overmix the batter.
  6. Gently fold in the toasted chopped pecans using a rubber spatula.
  7. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. If using the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • To toast pecans, spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 to 8 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning. Cool before adding to the batter.
  • Buttermilk substitutes: Add 1/2 teaspoon of white vinegar or lemon juice to 1/2 cup of regular milk and let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • This bread freezes well. Wrap the cooled loaf tightly in plastic wrap and then foil for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight at room temperature.

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