Step 1

Preheat oven to 350º F and lightly grease 1-2 9x5-inch loaf pans with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt, then set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl or mixer, cream together butter and sugars (white and brown) for 3-5 minutes, or until fluffy and lightened in color.

Step 4

Beat in eggs and vanilla extract, then alternate between adding the buttermilk and the flour mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.

Step 5

Once fully incorporated, fold in chopped pecans, then pour mixture into greased loaf pans.

Step 6

Place in oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Step 7

While cake bakes, whisk together butter, brown sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Step 8

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, then whisk in powdered sugar as needed.

Step 9

Pour glaze all over cake, then let it set.