Description
Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread is a moist, nutty Southern delight made with brown sugar, pecans, and vanilla. Easy to make, no yeast required—perfect for dessert, breakfast, or a snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Pan
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition until smooth.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add self-rising flour to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until fully combined. Do not overmix.
- Add Vanilla and Pecans
- Stir in vanilla extract and fold in chopped pecans evenly.
- Bake
- Pour batter into prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve
- Let bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Chocolate Twist: Add 1/2 cup chocolate chips for extra richness.
- Coconut Addition: Stir in 1/2 cup shredded coconut for added texture.
- Cinnamon Spice: Add 1 teaspoon cinnamon for a warm, spiced flavor.
- Glazed Finish: Drizzle with a simple powdered sugar glaze for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: quick bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: southern
Keywords: pecan bread, Southern dessert, quick bread, no yeast bread, sweet bread recipe