Alabama-Style Sweet Pecan Bread
Some dishes feel like they belong to every generation—handed down through families, written on faded recipe cards, and served at countless gatherings. Sweet Alabama Pecanbread fits perfectly into that legacy. A beloved Southern favorite, it captures cozy warmth, hospitality, and the simple joy of homemade baking.
I remember trying it for the first time at a church potluck years ago. The table was packed with casseroles, pies, and cobblers, but those golden bars dotted with pecans immediately grabbed my attention. One bite and I was sold—rich and buttery, lightly sweet, nutty, and beautifully chewy around the edges. It wasn’t just a dessert; it felt like comfort wrapped in a square.
What sets this pecanbread apart is its one-of-a-kind texture. It’s not exactly a cake and not quite a cookie—more like the perfect mix of the two. Imagine a blondie with a Southern twist: toasted pecans for crunch, brown sugar and butter for warm caramel notes, and a chewy bite that makes it hard to stop at just one piece.
Even better, it’s incredibly easy to make. No specialty tools or complicated steps—just a bowl, a whisk, and a pan. If you need a dependable dessert that everyone loves, this pecanbread absolutely deserves a spot in your recipe collection.
Sweet Alabama Pecanbread
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Granulated sugar | 1 cup | Sweetness |
| Brown sugar (packed) | 1 cup | Caramel flavor |
| Chopped pecans | 1 cup | Crunch and richness |
| All-purpose flour | 1 cup | Structure |
| Large eggs | 2 | Binder |
| Vegetable oil or melted butter | ½ cup | Adds moisture |
| Vanilla extract | 2 tsp | Flavor |
| Salt | ½ tsp | Balances sweetness |
| Baking powder | ½ tsp | Light lift |
Instructions
- Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch pan or line it with parchment.
- Combine wet ingredients: Whisk together the eggs, oil (or butter), and vanilla until smooth.
- Blend in the sugars: Add both sugars and mix until everything is fully incorporated.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt just until combined—avoid overmixing.
- Fold in pecans: Gently mix in the chopped pecans.
- Bake: Spread the batter into the pan and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and enjoy: Allow it to cool before cutting into bars or squares.
✨ A treat that tastes like memories—simple, comforting, and full of Southern charm.
