Description
Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread is a nutty, sweet loaf with toasted pecans and a soft, fluffy texture. Infused with vanilla and baked to golden perfection, it’s the perfect treat for breakfast, afternoon tea, or any gathering.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
2 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup toasted pecans (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla. Stir into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the toasted pecans.
- Pour the batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
Add cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth and flavor.
Incorporate dried fruits or chocolate chips for a different twist.
To make gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Bread/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
