Savory Caprese Bread : A Fresh Italian Bread
Savory Caprese Bread : A Fresh Italian Bread is a deliciously unique addition to your meal repertoire. This warm, cheesy loaf captures the vibrant flavors of a classic caprese salad with melty mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this easy-to-make bread will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma as it bakes. Serve it warm as a side dish, enjoy it solo with a drizzle of olive oil, or customize it with your favorite veggies and herbs for an even more delightful experience. With its quick preparation time and make-ahead options, you’ll find that this bread becomes a staple in your home!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 12 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
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×4-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, olive oil, and yogurt until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in mozzarella cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool in the pan for ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg