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Sweet Alabama Pecanbread

Sweet Alabama Pecanbread: A Comforting Southern Classic

Sweet Alabama Pecanbread offers a rich, buttery texture and nutty crunch, making it a must-try Southern classic.
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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: Cakes
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter Ingredients
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil or Melted Butter Unsalted butter works perfectly too.
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature for best results.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level for an accurate measure.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Adds warmth and depth.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Toasted for enhanced flavor.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar For dusting.
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Ice Cream For serving.
  • 1/4 cup Caramel Syrup For drizzling.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Baking 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 the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and vegetable oil or melted butter.
  3. Add the eggs and beat until creamy and well-combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in the vanilla extract and chopped pecans.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30–35 minutes.
  8. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes, then cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 40IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature eggs and avoid overmixing the batter. Toasting the pecans enhances their flavor.

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