Description
Honey Butter Sweet Alabama Pecanbread is a moist, flavorful quick bread bursting with the rich flavors of chopped pecans, sweet honey, and buttery goodness. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, this easy-to-make pecan bread balances sweetness from brown and granulated sugars with a delicate hint of vanilla and honey, all baked into a tender crumb.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups pecans, finely chopped
- 1 ½ cups self-rising flour
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the pecanbread.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, beaten eggs, and vegetable oil. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and thoroughly blended, ensuring the sugars dissolve evenly into the wet ingredients.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the self-rising flour and salt to the wet mixture. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can lead to a dense bread.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in the vanilla extract, honey, and melted butter. Mix until these are evenly distributed throughout the batter, adding a rich depth of flavor and moisture.
- Fold in Pecans: Gently fold the finely chopped pecans into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed without overworking the batter to maintain a tender texture.
- Bake: Pour the prepared batter evenly into the greased baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean, indicating the bread is cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pecanbread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. Once slightly cooled, slice and serve for a delicious treat.
Notes
- Make sure not to overmix the batter once the flour is added to keep the bread light and tender.
- Using self-rising flour eliminates the need for additional leavening agents like baking powder.
- Chopping pecans finely helps distribute their flavor and texture evenly.
- Letting the bread cool slightly before slicing helps it set and prevents crumbling.
- For extra flavor, consider toasting the pecans lightly before adding them to the batter.
