Description
Alabama Pecan Bread is a delightful quick bread featuring rich pecans and a moist texture. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Stir in buttermilk and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in chopped pecans.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool before slicing.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Can be frozen for up to three months.
- Try adding chocolate chips for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Breads
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Alabama Pecan Bread, quick bread, pecan recipe