Description
This Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread is a Southern classic that combines rich, buttery flavor with the crunch of toasted pecans in every bite. It’s a quick and easy recipe perfect for breakfast ideas, healthy snacks, or even easy dinner desserts. Moist on the inside with a golden crust on top, it’s a must-try for anyone who loves simple comfort food and old-fashioned recipes that never go out of style. Whether you’re looking for a new addition to your brunch spread or just a cozy food idea to go with your coffee, this easy recipe hits the spot.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
¾ cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add in the eggs, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is fully combined.
4. Fold in chopped pecans using a spatula until evenly distributed.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Optionally, press pecan halves on top for decoration.
6. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the batter.
Avoid overmixing the batter after combining the flour—just stir until it comes together.
The bread slices cleanest when fully cooled, so be patient before cutting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Quick Breads
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg