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Recipe 4913bccf71

Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread

A warm, sweet, and nutty loaf of bread that's perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, sure to evoke comforting memories.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 10 slices
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour The foundation of your bread, providing structure.
  • 1 cup sugar A must for that delightful sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda A crucial ingredient for leavening.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances all the flavors.

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Adds richness and flavor.
  • 1 cup buttermilk For moisture and tangy flavor.
  • 3 large eggs Bind the ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For warm flavor.

Mix-Ins

  • 1 cup chopped pecans Add crunch and flavor.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Mixing

  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, along with the vanilla extract.
  • In another bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt together.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
  • Fold in the chopped pecans gently.

Baking

  • Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Best served warm with coffee or tea. Can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18g
Keyword Baking, Comfort Food, Easy Bread Recipe, Homemade Bread, Pecan Bread
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