Cozy Alabama Pecanbread Honey Butter Loaf
A delightful loaf filled with crunchy pecans and drizzled with sweet honey butter, perfect for family gatherings and cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature for easy mixing.
- 3 large eggs Room temperature eggs work best.
- 1 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup chopped pecans Fold in gently for a delightful crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with a bit of butter or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Stir until well blended.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually mix in the honey and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Carefully fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula. Avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Serving
- Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally paired with honey butter.
Notes
For a lighter loaf, consider substituting half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour. Keep an eye on baking time, as ovens can vary. Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.