Ah, you’re talking about that rich, nutty, southern-style treat—Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread! It’s soft, buttery, and loaded with caramelized pecans, making it perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dessert. Here’s a solid recipe:
Ingredients (One Loaf)
For the bread:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
For the pecan topping:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven
Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan. - Mix dry ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. - Cream butter & sugar
In a large bowl, beat softened butter with sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla. - Combine with buttermilk
Alternate adding flour mixture and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with flour. Mix until just combined. - Prepare pecan topping
In a small bowl, combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon. - Assemble & bake
Pour half the batter into the loaf pan, sprinkle half the pecan mixture, add the remaining batter, and top with remaining pecans. Bake 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. - Cool & serve
Let bread cool 10–15 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature.
💡 Tips:
- For extra gooeyness, drizzle a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk over the top.
- Toast pecans lightly before mixing for a deeper flavor.
If you want, I can also give a quick “one-bowl, no-fuss” version that’s faster but still captures all that sweet Alabama pecan goodness. Want me to do that?
