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Sweet Alabama Pecanbread Delight

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Sweet Alabama Pecanbread Delight is a moist, buttery dessert bar loaded with chopped pecans and rich Southern flavor. With a crisp top and chewy center, it’s the perfect easy treat for gatherings or a sweet snack.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 20 squares
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
  3. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Add flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix just until smooth.
  5. Fold in chopped pecans evenly.
  6. Pour batter into prepared dish and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing into squares.

Notes

  • Add cinnamon or maple extract for extra depth.
  • Stir in white or butterscotch chips for added indulgence.
  • Use melted butter for richer flavor.
  • Drizzle with caramel or vanilla glaze after cooling for a sweet finish.

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