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The Ultimate Moist Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread (Classic Southern Style)

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Bake this rich, moist, buttery Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread, studded with toasted pecans. This classic Southern quick bread is simple to prepare and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a comforting homemade gift.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup chopped pecans, lightly toasted
  • 1/2 cup pecan halves (for topping, optional)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for glaze, optional)
  • 1 tablespoon milk (for glaze, optional)

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, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step builds structure for a moist crumb.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry mixture. Mix only until just combined; do not overmix the batter.
  6. Gently fold in the 1 cup of chopped, toasted pecans.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. If using, arrange the pecan halves evenly over the top of the batter.
  8. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, loosely tent the loaf with aluminum foil after 40 minutes.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. If making the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread before slicing and serving your rich nut bread recipe.

Notes

  • Toasting the pecans before adding them deepens their flavor, which is key for this buttery nut bread.
  • For an extra moist texture, ensure your buttermilk and eggs are at room temperature before mixing.
  • This loaf freezes well; wrap tightly once completely cooled for up to three months.

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