Description
Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread is a moist and flavorful treat combining the rich sweetness of brown and granulated sugars with crunchy pecans. Perfect for a comforting snack or dessert, this quick bread bakes up golden with a nutty topping, delivering a classic Southern taste in every slice.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Nuts
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup whole pecans (for topping, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper to ensure the bread doesn’t stick after baking.
- Mix Sugars & Oil: In a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a sweet, rich base.
- Add Eggs & Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to incorporate them fully, then mix in the vanilla extract for added flavor depth.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This helps to evenly distribute the leavening agent and salt throughout the flour.
- Combine Wet & Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mix to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the bread.
- Fold in Pecans: Gently fold in the chopped pecans to evenly distribute the crunchy nuts without breaking them up excessively.
- Pour & Decorate: Pour the batter into your prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula. Arrange the whole pecans on top if using to enhance both texture and presentation.
- Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the bread is fully cooked.
- Cool & Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan before slicing into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature for a delicious treat.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dry ingredients.
- If you prefer a less sweet bread, reduce the granulated sugar by ¼ cup.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the bread tender.
- Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- This bread can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
