Southern Pecan Quick Bread (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

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01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 cup brown sugar
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1 cup buttermilk
07 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
08 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
11 - 1 cup chopped pecans

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth
03 - Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract
04 - Stir in buttermilk until fully combined
05 - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt
06 - Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing
07 - Gently fold in chopped pecans, ensuring they're evenly distributed
08 - Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean
09 - Allow bread to cool in pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely

# Notes:

01 - Avoid overmixing to keep bread tender
02 - Substitute buttermilk with 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar
03 - Add cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth if desired

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