Savory Caprese Bread : A Fresh Italian Bread
Savory Caprese Bread is a delightful Italian-inspired loaf that combines the rich flavors of creamy mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic fresh basil. This quick bread is moist, flavorful, and incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for brunch, dinner sides, or satisfying snacks. With its vibrant flavors and appealing texture, each slice captures the essence of classic caprese salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ⅓ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (drained)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- Optional: pinch of black pepper or red pepper flakes for a kick
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, olive oil, and Greek yogurt until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined. Fold in mozzarella cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for about 40–45 minutes or until golden brown. Check doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg