Description

Honey Butter Sweet Alabama Pecanbread is a delightful Southern-inspired treat featuring a moist, sweet batter loaded with finely chopped pecans. With its rich combination of brown and white sugars, vegetable oil, and a hint of vanilla, this baked dessert offers a perfect balance of sweetness and nutty texture. Ideal for sharing at gatherings, it delivers a comforting, buttery flavor that pairs wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 cups pecans, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Prepare oven and dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to ensure the pecanbread does not stick during baking.
Mix sugars, eggs, and oil: In a large bowl, use a wooden spoon to mix together the white sugar, brown sugar, beaten eggs, and vegetable oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Add dry ingredients and pecans: Stir in the self-rising flour and salt until the batter is fully mixed. Add the vanilla extract and gently fold in the finely chopped pecans to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.
Bake the batter: Pour the prepared batter into the greased baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean, indicating the pecanbread is cooked through.
Cool and serve: Remove the baking dish from the oven and allow the pecanbread to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving to let the flavors set and the texture firm up.

Notes

Ensure pecans are finely chopped for even texture and distribution.
Use self-rising flour for the proper rise; if unavailable, substitute with all-purpose flour plus 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Allow the pecanbread to cool properly before cutting to avoid crumbling.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
For extra richness, drizzle warmed honey butter on top before serving.