Description
Pecan Delight Bread brings Southern charm to classic quick bread with rich nutty flavors and buttery texture. Warm spices and toasted pecans create a comforting slice promising pure indulgence you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups pecans, finely chopped
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs, beaten
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups self-rising flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Flavor Enhancer:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9×13-inch (23×33 centimeters) baking dish with a thin layer of butter or nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, thoroughly whisked eggs, and vegetable oil, blending the ingredients until they form a smooth, homogeneous mixture.
- Sift the self-rising flour and salt into the wet ingredients, carefully folding and stirring until the dry components are just integrated, avoiding overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
- Introduce the vanilla extract to the batter, gently incorporating it to distribute the flavor evenly.
- Carefully fold the roughly chopped pecans into the mixture, ensuring they are distributed throughout the batter without sinking to the bottom.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish, using a spatula to spread it uniformly across the surface, creating an even layer.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, checking the doneness by inserting a clean toothpick into the center – it should emerge with just a few moist crumbs.
- Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it rest in the baking dish for a minimum of 15 minutes, allowing it to cool and set properly before cutting into servings.
Notes
- Elevate this dessert by toasting pecans beforehand to unlock a deeper, richer nutty flavor that intensifies the bread’s overall taste profile.
- Check bread doneness carefully, as overbaking can quickly transform the moist texture into a dry, crumbly consistency that compromises the delightful experience.
- Store leftover bread wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or sealed container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain its soft, tender crumb.
- Create stunning presentation by dusting the cooled bread with powdered sugar or drizzling a light vanilla glaze for extra indulgence and visual appeal.
- Experiment with adding warm spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to complement the pecans and enhance the bread’s comforting, homemade essence.
- Serve slightly warm with a pat of butter or alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an irresistible dessert that delights every palate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg