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Sweet Alabama Pecanbread

Sweet Alabama Pecanbread: A Moist & Buttery Southern Delight

Sweet Alabama Pecanbread is a moist, buttery dessert that delights with its comforting aroma and toasted pecans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Sugar Feel free to substitute with brown sugar for a richer flavor.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Enhances the depth of sweetness with delightful molasses notes.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil or Melted Butter Opt for melted butter for a deeper taste.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature eggs mix more evenly.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level when measuring to prevent overpacking.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and brings out the delicious flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds warmth and enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Toasting them elevates their flavor.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by greasing it or lining it.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and oil or melted butter. Add the eggs and whisk until creamy.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, blend the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and pour in the vanilla extract.
  5. Add Pecans: Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
  6. Bake the Pecanbread: Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish and bake for 30–35 minutes.
  7. Cool & Serve: Allow the pecanbread to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider pairing with vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.

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