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Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread Recipe

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Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread is a luscious blondie-style treat, featuring a golden crust and a moist, nutty interior. This easy-to-make baked good combines the rich flavors of light brown and granulated sugars with the crunch of finely chopped pecans, all brought together in a soft self-rising flour base. Perfect for snack time or dessert, this recipe yields a delightful balance of sweet, buttery, and nutty notes.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • Cooking spray, for greasing
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups finely chopped pecans
  • 1 1/2 cups (about 6 oz) soft-wheat self-rising flour (such as White Lily)
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly coat a 9- x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set it aside to ensure the bread doesn’t stick.
  2. Mix sugars and wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, light brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is fully blended and smooth.
  3. Add pecans, flour, and salt: Stir in the finely chopped pecans, soft-wheat self-rising flour, and kosher salt. Mix until all ingredients are combined evenly without overmixing to keep the batter light.
  4. Transfer batter to baking dish: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to fill the entire dish for uniform baking.
  5. Bake the bread: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean. This confirms the bread is fully cooked through.
  6. Cool and serve: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the dish on a wire rack for about 10 minutes. Once slightly cooled, slice and serve.

Notes

  • Ensure eggs are lightly beaten before mixing for uniform texture.
  • Use soft-wheat self-rising flour for best results; if unavailable, you can substitute with all-purpose flour plus 1 1/2 tsp baking powder and 1/2 tsp salt.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense texture.
  • Allow the bread to cool slightly to make slicing easier and prevent crumbling.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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