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Delicious Buttermilk Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread

A fluffy and slightly sweet bread with rich buttermilk flavor and crunchy toasted pecans, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour For the base of the bread.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder For leavening.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Helps with the bread's rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with whole milk mixed with vinegar.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted) Adds richness.
  • 2 large eggs For binding.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional) For added flavor.
Add-ins
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (lightly toasted) Adds a nutty crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with a little butter or non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry flour mixture, stirring gently until just blended. Avoid overmixing; a few lumps are okay!
  5. Gently fold in the chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

For pecan substitutes, feel free to use walnuts or almonds. If buttermilk isn’t available, mix one cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar and let it sit for 5-10 minutes to thicken. Remember, overmixing can lead to a dense bread; mix just until combined! Check your bread at the 50-minute mark as it may bake faster than expected.