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Cinnamon Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread
Emily

Cinnamon Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread

This sweet Southern-style pecan bread is moist, buttery, and warmly spiced with cinnamon. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or gifting, it’s finished with an optional vanilla glaze or cinnamon sugar drizzle.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Bake Your Own Bread
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (120g) chopped pecans (toasted if desired)
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg or allspice (optional)
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar (for glaze, optional)
  • 1–2 tbsp milk (for glaze, optional)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze, optional)
  • pinch cinnamon (optional for glaze)

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan or two 8x4 pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan, or use two smaller 8x4 pans. Line with parchment if desired.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg (if using).
  4. Add dry mixture to wet ingredients and stir just until combined. Fold in chopped pecans.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan(s). Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  6. Optional: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon (if using). Drizzle over cooled bread and let set before slicing.

Notes

For extra warmth, add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice. Toasting the pecans enhances their flavor. Store the bread tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze slices for longer storage. Glaze just before serving for the best texture.