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Delicious Buttermilk Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread

A warm, buttery sweet bread packed with the rich flavor of pecans, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with yogurt or milk mixed with vinegar.
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw on the countertop or warm slices as needed.