1/2cupunsalted butter, softenedEnsure butter is softened for easy creaming.
1/2cuphoney
1cupgranulated sugar
4pieceseggsCan substitute with unsweetened applesauce or mashed bananas.
1teaspoonvanilla extract
1 1/2cupsall-purpose flourDivided into two portions.
1teaspoonbaking powder
1/2teaspoonsalt
Instructions
Preparation
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9 inch baking pan.
In a small bowl, combine the chopped pecans with 2 tablespoons of the flour and set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, honey, and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
Whisk together the remaining flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture, mixing until just incorporated.
Fold in the flour-coated pecans.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
Baking
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store any leftover pecanbread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for about a week. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months; wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil.