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Buttermilk Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread

Buttermilk Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread
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Buttermilk Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread is a southern-inspired moist and flavorful bread that balances tangy buttermilk, caramel-like brown sugar sweetness, and crunchy toasted pecans. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this comforting bread offers a tender crumb with delightful nutty texture and a hint of warmth from optional cinnamon.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 cup chopped toasted pecans

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using) in a large bowl to ensure even distribution and a consistent rise and flavor.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat softened butter with brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, incorporating air to add tenderness and volume.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next, then stir in vanilla extract for fragrant sweetness.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Alternate adding the dry mixture and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients to maintain a light batter and moist crumb.
  5. Fold in Chopped Pecans: Gently fold in toasted chopped pecans, distributing crunchy nutty pockets without deflating the batter.
  6. Bake to Golden Perfection: Pour batter into a greased loaf pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool slightly before slicing.

Notes

  • Use fresh pecans and toast them lightly to enhance their flavor.
  • Bring eggs and butter to room temperature before mixing for better texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense bread.
  • Check doneness starting at 50 minutes to prevent overbaking.
  • Allow the bread to cool completely for best slicing and flavor.

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Keywords: Buttermilk bread, pecan bread, southern bread, sweet bread, moist bread, nutty bread, breakfast bread, pecans

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