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Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread

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If you’re a fan of sweet, nutty Alabama pecan bread, you’ll love this recipe. It’s easy to make and packed with flavor. Plus, it’s perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Each bite is packed full of sweet and crunchy pecans, leaving you wanting more.

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The best part is that it only takes about an hour to make from start to finish – not bad at all!

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Trust me, there’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked bread in the morning. Especially when that bread is made with sweet, delicious Alabama pecans.

This recipe is easy to follow, and your family will love it!

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So, if you’re looking for a delicious and easy-to-follow recipe that will tantalize your taste buds, look no further than this sweet Alabama pecan bread.

Have you tried this recipe before? If so, let us know how it went in the comments below. We’d love to hear from you.

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What is Alabama Sweet Pecan Bread?

Originally, this bread got its name from the fact that all the ingredients used are popular in Alabama. The name just remained as it was.

What is Pecan Bread?

Pecan bread is a dense bread that is loaded with pecans, molasses and is flavored with spices such as Cinnamon and nutmeg.

Could I use Almond flour, Pecan flour instead of regular flour?

Adding Pecan flour will enhance the flavor of the pecans. You can actually substitute flours in any recipe, you will have a slight flavor difference, but not enough to tell.

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Ingredients:

  • Chopped pecans
  • Self-rising flour
  • Granulated sugar
  • Brown sugar
  • Vegetable oil
  • Eggs
  • Vanilla extract
  • Salt

How to make Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2. Add 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 cup of brown sugar to a mixing bowl.

Add 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 cup of brown sugar to a mixing bowl.

Step 3. Then, add 1 cup of vegetable oil.

add 1 cup of vegetable oil.

Step 4. Then, add 4 large eggs.

add 4 large eggs.

Step 5. Beat on high until smooth and creamy.

Step 6. Add the 1 ½ cups of self-rising flour to the mixing bowl.

Add the 1 ½ cups of self-rising flour to the mixing bowl.

Step 7. Then, add 1 tsp of vanilla extract and ¼ tsp of salt.

Then, add 1 tsp of vanilla extract and ¼ tsp of salt.

Step 8. Beat on high until well combined.

Step 9. Fold the 2 cups of finely chopped pecans into the batter.

Fold the 2 cups of finely chopped pecans into the batter.

Step 10. Spread it on the bottom of a well-greased 9×13 baking dish.

Spread it on the bottom of a well-greased 9x13 baking dish.

Step 11. Bake for 30-35 minutes until cooked through.

Bake for 30-35 minutes until cooked through.

Step 12. Let rest for 15 minutes before serving.

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Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 12
if you’re looking for a delicious and easy-to-follow recipe that will tantalize your taste buds, look no further than this sweet Alabama pecan bread.
4.27 from 15 votes

Ingredients 

  • 2 C. Finely chopped pecans
  • 1 ½ C. Self rising flour
  • 1 C. Granulated sugar
  • 1 C. Brown sugar
  • 1 C. Vegetable oil
  • 4 Large eggs
  • 1 tsp. Vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp. Salt

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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil and eggs to a mixing bowl and beat on high until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the flour, vanilla and salt to the mixing bowl and beat on high until well combined.
  • Fold the pecans into the batter and spread it in the bottom of a well greased 9×13 baking dish.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes until cooked through. Let rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 486kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 28g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 263mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 32g
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Can I use this recipe and make muffins?

Of course! That would be a fabulous idea and make it easy for a grab-and-go breakfast or snack.

How do I store the bread?

Wrap it tightly after it is completely cooled and store it in the refrigerator. You could also wrap it tightly and store it in the freezer for up to 2 months.

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