Honeyed Butter Pecan Dream Loaf

Alright, let’s bake a “Honeyed Butter Pecan Dream Loaf”! This recipe will give you a moist, sweet, and nutty loaf perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Honeyed Butter Pecan Dream Loaf

Yields: 1 loaf (9×5 inch)

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 50-60 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
• 2 tablespoons honey (for drizzling)

Equipment:

• 9×5 inch loaf pan
• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer (hand or stand)
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Spatula
• Wire rack

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pan and Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
2. Cream Butter, Sugar, and Honey:
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and honey until light and fluffy.
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
   • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Add Pecans:
   • Fold in the chopped pecans.
7. Bake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
   • Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool:
   • Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Brush and Drizzle:
   • Brush the top of the cooled loaf with the melted butter.
   • Drizzle the honey over the top.
10. Serve:
    • Slice and serve your Honeyed Butter Pecan Dream Loaf.

Tips and Variations:

• Toasted Pecans: Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes to enhance their flavor.
• Brown Sugar: Substitute 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar with brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
• Cinnamon: Add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the dry ingredients for a warm, spicy note.
• Maple Syrup: Use maple syrup instead of honey for a different flavor profile.
• Glaze: Make a simple glaze by mixing powdered sugar with a little milk or honey and drizzle it over the cooled loaf.
• Buttermilk Substitute: If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.

Enjoy your delicious Honeyed Butter Pecan Dream Loaf!