Maple Pecan Bread
Indulge in the rich, nutty flavors of homemade Maple Pecan Bread—a cozy, sweet treat perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert. This quick bread recipe features the warm, aromatic combination of real maple syrup, toasted pecans, and a hint of cinnamon for a comforting flavor profile that feels like a hug in every bite. The batter, enriched with melted butter, vanilla, and a touch of whole milk, yields a tender, moist loaf that’s easy to make in just under an hour. Top it with optional pecan halves for a rustic, bakery-worthy finish that’s as elegant as it is delicious. Serve it warm from the oven or lightly toasted with a smear of butter or cream cheese for a treat that’s irresistibly good. Perfect for fall gatherings or a cozy weekend bake, this Maple Pecan Bread is a must-try for anyone who loves classic flavors with a twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cups Maple syrup
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 0.75 cups Chopped pecans, toasted
- 0.25 cups Pecan halves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, maple syrup, and granulated sugar until smooth and well combined.
Add the eggs, one at a time, into the wet mixture, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold the toasted pecans into the batter until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. If desired, arrange pecan halves on top for garnish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve as is, or with butter or cream cheese if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3544 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 191.8 g | 246% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.7 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 645 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 2294 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 421.5 g | 153% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.9 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 220.4 g | ||
| Protein | 54.5 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 370 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 1088 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
