Description
This Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread is a rich, buttery Southern treat loaded with chopped pecans and brown sugar flavor. Moist like a cake, but sliced like bread—perfect for holidays, gifting, or anytime snacking.
Ingredients
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2 cups finely chopped pecans
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1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
Substitute: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour + 1 1/2 tsp baking powder + 1/2 tsp salt -
1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup brown sugar
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1 cup vegetable oil
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4 large eggs, beaten
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
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Preheat oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, beaten eggs, and oil. Stir until well blended.
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Add dry ingredients: Gradually add self-rising flour (or substitute) and salt. Stir just until combined—do not overmix.
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Fold in pecans: Stir in vanilla extract, then fold in the chopped pecans.
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Bake: Pour batter into prepared dish and spread evenly. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool and serve: Let cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature
Notes
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For extra texture, toast pecans before folding in.
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This freezes well—wrap tightly and freeze up to 2 months.
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Delicious with a smear of butter or cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
