Maple Pecan Tea Loaf: A Cozy Treat for Fall

Maple syrup, chopped pecans, and a maple glaze give this loaf its sweet, nutty flavor. Serve a slice with a tea you enjoy, whether for an autumn gathering or an everyday afternoon break.

This is a loaf to serve with tea; the recipe does not contain brewed tea or tea leaves.

Ingredients

For the loaf

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup milk

For the maple glaze

• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan.
2. Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl. Set aside.
3. In a larger bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. Stir in the 1/4 cup maple syrup until combined.
6. Add the dry mixture gradually, alternating with the 1/2 cup milk. Begin and end with the dry mixture. Mix until just combined.
7. Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
8. Pour into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
9. Bake for about 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Check doneness rather than relying on time alone.
10. Prepare the glaze while the loaf bakes. In a small saucepan, gently warm the 1/4 cup maple syrup until slightly reduced. Remove from the heat and stir in the powdered sugar until smooth. Watch the syrup to avoid scorching.
11. Cool the baked loaf in its pan for about 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
12. Drizzle the maple glaze over the cooled loaf.
13. Slice and serve.

Choose a tea pairing

Browse Beach House Teas for a blend to serve alongside the loaf. Choose by flavor and follow the tea's brewing directions.

When serving guests, share the ingredient information: this recipe includes wheat flour, milk, butter, eggs, and pecans. Substitutions have not been specified or tested in this recipe.