Sweet Alabama Pecan Bread

1. Prepare the Oven and Pan:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease and flour a loaf pan (9×5 inches) or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar:
   • In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
   • Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Add Wet Ingredients:
   • Add the sour cream and buttermilk to the butter-sugar mixture and stir to combine.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
   • Fold in the chopped pecans.
6. Bake the Bread:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
   • Sprinkle the top with additional chopped pecans and brown sugar if desired for extra sweetness and texture.
   • Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve:
   • Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy a slice of this nutty, comforting bread with a cup of coffee or as a perfect dessert to share! Let me know how it turns out!