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Sweet Alabama Pecanbread

Sweet Alabama Pecanbread - A Moist & Nutty Southern Delight

Sweet Alabama Pecanbread is a delightful Southern classic, combining moist texture with rich pecan flavor, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar optional but recommended
  • ¾ cup Melted Butter or Vegetable Oil
  • 4 large Eggs room temperature
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans fresh or toasted

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and light brown sugar until well combined. Add eggs and whisk until smooth.
  3. Drizzle in melted butter while whisking continuously to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until there are no dry flour patches.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
  7. Spread the batter into the greased baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature. Can freeze for up to 2 months.

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