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Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread is a moist, sweet bread with a rich, cake-like texture, packed with chopped pecans for a satisfying crunch. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a delightful gift, this Southern American dessert combines brown and granulated sugars with vanilla and pecans for a comforting homemade treat.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or two 9-inch loaf pans to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Sugars and Oil: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time to the sugar-oil mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter. Stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt.
  5. Mix Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently just until combined to avoid overmixing, which could toughen the bread.
  6. Fold in Pecans: Carefully fold the chopped pecans into the batter to ensure an even distribution without breaking the nuts.
  7. Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish or loaf pans and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • This bread has a moist, cake-like texture perfect for holiday gatherings or gifting.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature for optimal taste.
  • Freezes well, making it suitable for making ahead and storing for later enjoyment.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/sweet-alabama-pecan-bread-recipe-3/