Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread
This guide teaches you how to bake delicious Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread. We'll cover ingredients, step-by-step instructions, tips, and variations.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Wooden spoon or electric mixer
- Baking Pan
- Toothpick or wooden skewer
- Wire rack
- Plastic wrap
- Freezer bag (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter Unsalted
- 1 cup sugar Granulated
- 2 eggs Large, room temperature
- 3 cups flour All-purpose
- 2 teaspoons baking powder Check expiration date
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pecans Chopped
- 1 teaspoon vinegar Optional, helps prevent dryness
Instructions
- Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time.
- Whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Don't overmix!
- Gently fold in the pecans.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the bread for 50-60 minutes.
- Use a toothpick or wooden skewer to test if the bread is done. Insert it into the center. If it comes out clean, the bread is baked through.
- Let your pecan bread cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes after taking it out of the oven. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
This recipe can be adapted with different nuts, spices, or dried fruits. Adjust sugar to your liking. A little vinegar helps prevent dryness.