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Honey Butter Sweet Alabama Pecanbread

Rich and nutty pecanbread with sweet honey butter, perfect for cozy family gatherings or as a special homemade gift. Easy to make with straightforward ingredients and steps.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups pecans finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups self-rising flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs beaten
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp butter melted

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • Large bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, beaten eggs, and vegetable oil. Mix until well blended and smooth.
  3. Step 3: Gradually add self-rising flour and salt to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  4. Step 4: Stir in vanilla extract, honey, and melted butter until evenly combined.
  5. Step 5: Gently fold in chopped pecans, distributing evenly through the batter.
  6. Step 6: Pour batter into prepared baking dish and smooth the top into an even layer.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  8. Step 8: Let pecanbread cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Swap pecans for walnuts or almonds, or add chocolate chips or spices like cinnamon for variation. Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days, or freeze up to 2 months.