One of my favorite ways to spend a chilly afternoon is with the smell of freshly baked bread wafting through my home. This Rustic Maple Pecan Bread combines the sweetness of maple syrup with the nuttiness of pecans, offering a comforting experience that's reminiscent of family gatherings and autumn leaves.
What's remarkable about this bread is how it's incredibly simple to whip up, yet it gives off that artisanal vibe without requiring a bakery degree. The subtle sweetness and the crunchy pecans make it a perfect pair for a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Rustic Maple Pecan Bread
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup, melted butter, and egg until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined, then fold in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
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To enhance the nuttiness, toast the pecans lightly before mixing them into the dough. It deepens the flavor and gives a delightful crunch. If you prefer a slightly sweeter loaf, you can increase the maple syrup to 3/4 cup, which will give you a richer maple flavor.
Consider adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top of the loaf before baking for that sweet-salty contrast that makes this bread simply irresistible.
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