Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 9x5x3 inch non stick loaf pan or spry with baking spray. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium size mixing bowl, use a whisk to sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, apple pie spice and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, use a whisk or an electric mixer to beat together buttermilk, sugar, eggs and vanilla. Add to dry ingredients beating until fully combined.

Step 4

Add apples and 1 cup pecans to batter. Mix well, pour into prepared pan. Top with remaining 1/2 cup pecans, pressing gently into batter.

Step 5

Bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes back clean. Check halfway through and lay foil on top, if needed to prevent over browning. Cool in the pan on a cooling rack for 20 minutes.

Step 6

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan melt together butter and brown sugar. Cook gently on medium for 1-2 minutes until thickened.

Step 7

Remove loaf from pan and drizzle with glaze. Cool completely.

Step 8

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.