Alabama Pecan Sweet Bread
This delightful Alabama Pecan Sweet Bread is a moist, flavorful treat infused with the richness of pecans. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, this quick bread brings a taste of the South to your table.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 loaf pan (9x5-inch)
- 1 rubber spatula or wooden spoon
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup pecans chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the melted butter, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or a teaspoon of orange zest to the batter.
- Serve the sweet bread warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or a teaspoon of orange zest to the batter.
This sweet bread can be served warm or at room temperature and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.