This is a recipe for Honey Butter Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread. It is a sweet bread.
It is easy to make.
What You’ll Need
Here are the ingredients.
| Bread Ingredients | Amount |
|---|---|
| All-Purpose Flour | 2 cups |
| Baking Powder | 1 tbsp |
| Salt | 1/2 tsp |
| Sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Egg | 1 large |
| Milk | 1 cup |
| Melted Butter | 1/4 cup |
| Chopped Pecans | 1 cup |
| Honey Butter Topping | Amount |
|---|---|
| Butter | 1/2 cup |
| Honey | 1/4 cup |
| Brown Sugar | 2 tbsp |
| Extra Pecans | For top |
Pro Tips
- Do not overmix the batter. Mix only until the flour is wet. This keeps the bread soft.
- Toast the pecans before adding them. It makes their flavor stronger. Five minutes in a dry pan is enough.
- Let the bread cool for 10 minutes in the pan before you move it. This stops it from breaking.
Tools Required
- Loaf Pan (9×5 inch)
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Small Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Wire Cooling Rack
Substitutions and Variations
You can make changes.
| Ingredient | Substitute With |
|---|---|
| All-Purpose Flour | Whole Wheat Flour |
| Milk | Buttermilk |
| Pecans | Walnuts |
| Sugar | Maple Syrup |
For variations, add a teaspoon of cinnamon. Or add half a cup of chocolate chips.
Make Ahead Tips
You can mix the dry ingredients together. Store them in an airtight container for up to a month.
The honey butter can be made three days before. Keep it in the fridge.
Instructions
Step 1: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your loaf pan.
Step 2: In the large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
Step 3: In the small bowl, whisk the egg, milk, and melted butter.
Step 4: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just mixed.
Step 5: Fold in the chopped pecans.
Step 6: Pour the batter into the loaf pan.
Step 7: Bake for 50-60 minutes. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.
Step 8: While it bakes, make the honey butter. Melt butter, honey, and brown sugar in a small pot.
Step 9: When the bread is done, pour half the honey butter over it. Add extra pecans on top.
Step 10: Bake for another 5 minutes.
Step 11: Let it cool. Drizzle the rest of the honey butter on top before serving.
Nutrition and Diet Swaps
This bread is a treat.
For a lower-sugar option, use a sugar substitute. For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend.
Meal Pairing and Efficiency
This bread is good for breakfast with coffee. It is also a good dessert with vanilla ice cream.
To save time, measure all your ingredients before you start mixing.
Leftovers and Storage
Store leftover bread in an airtight container.
It will last at room temperature for three days. It will last in the fridge for a week. You can also freeze it.
FAQ
Q1. Can I use a different nut?
Ans: Yes. Walnuts or almonds work well.
Q2. My bread is too dense. Why?
Ans: You likely overmixed the batter. Mix less next time.
Q3. Can this recipe be made into muffins?
Ans: Yes. Bake for 20-25 minutes instead.
Wrapping Up
You now have the recipe.
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