Description

Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of Honey Butter Sweet Alabama Pecanbread! This Southern-inspired sweet bread is soft, moist, and packed with the natural sweetness of honey, the nutty crunch of pecans, and a touch of golden butter. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack, it’s easy to bake and irresistibly delicious. Serve it warm with extra honey butter for a comforting treat that will delight family and friends.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Bread:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup honey
½ cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
½ cup buttermilk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans

Optional Topping:

2 tbsp melted butter
1 tbsp honey

Instructions

Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper for easy removal.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter & Sweeteners
In a large bowl, beat softened butter, honey, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Combine Wet Ingredients
Stir in buttermilk and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
Add Pecans
Gently fold in chopped pecans, reserving a few to sprinkle on top if desired.
Bake
Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 45–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Optional Glaze
While still warm, brush the top with melted butter and honey for a glossy, sweet finish.
Cool & Serve
Allow bread to cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature with extra honey butter if desired.

Notes

Notes:

Values are approximate and can vary depending on the exact ingredients used.
Using light butter or a sugar substitute can lower calories and sugar content.
Adding extra pecans increases healthy fats and protein slightly.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Breakfast | Snack | Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Southern / American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 8–10
Calories: 280 kcal
Sugar: 20 g
Sodium: 150 mg
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Protein: 4 g
Cholesterol: 55 mg

Keywords: Honey Butter Sweet Alabama Pecanbread