Description

A rich, buttery quick bread loaded with crunchy toasted pecans and a touch of cinnamon, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack with comforting Southern charm.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 cup buttermilk

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
In another bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, stirring until well mixed.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined—do not overmix.
Fold in the toasted pecans gently.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the bread starts to brown too quickly, tent with foil.
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Dust the cooled bread with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.

Notes

This bread freezes well—slice before freezing for easy toasting later.

To substitute buttermilk, mix 1 tbsp lemon juice or white vinegar with 1 cup milk and let sit for 5 minutes.

Toasting pecans enhances flavor and crunch, but raw pecans can be used in a pinch.

Check doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few crumbs.

Variations include adding dried cranberries or swapping pecans for walnuts.

For extra sweetness, drizzle a glaze made from powdered sugar and milk on top.

Store leftovers tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Quick Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Southern American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 280
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 55mg