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Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread: A Rich, Moist Southern Loaf

A loaf of sweet Alabama pecan bread, partially sliced, covered in a sweet glaze and chopped pecans.
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Bake this classic Southern-style quick bread. It is rich, moist, and loaded with crunchy pecans, making it perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting snack with coffee.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 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°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, 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. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix only until just combined; do not overmix the batter.
  6. Gently fold in the toasted chopped pecans using a 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. If the top browns too quickly, loosely tent it with aluminum foil for the last 15 minutes of baking.
  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 loaf before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • To toast pecans, spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 5 to 8 minutes until fragrant. Let them cool before adding them to the batter.
  • This bread freezes well. Wrap the cooled loaf tightly in plastic wrap and then foil. Thaw overnight before serving.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute half the buttermilk with sour cream.

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