Indulgent Buttermilk Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread Recipe
This Indulgent Buttermilk Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread is a moist, tender loaf featuring the rich flavors of buttermilk and pecans. Perfectly balanced with sweet brown and granulated sugars, this bread offers a delightful nutty crunch and a soft crumb, making it an ideal treat for breakfast or a cozy snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 10-12 slices) 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
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For the Batter
- 1 cup Pecans, finely chopped
- 3 cups Self-rising flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- ½ cup Brown sugar
- ½ cup Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a loaf pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add dry ingredients: Sift the self-rising flour and salt into the wet mixture. Gently fold the mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
- Incorporate pecans: Fold in the finely chopped pecans evenly throughout the batter for a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
- Fill the pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring it slices perfectly without crumbling.
Notes
- Use fresh pecans for the best flavor and texture.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a tender crumb.
- Store cooled bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- For a toasted flavor, lightly toast the pecans before chopping and adding.
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