Description
Savory Caprese Bread is a delightful twist on the classic Italian salad, featuring rich mozzarella, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and fragrant fresh basil. This quick bread is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering. With its warm, cheesy goodness and vibrant flavors, it serves beautifully as a standalone snack, a side dish with soup, or an impressive addition to a charcuterie board. Bake this simple recipe in under an hour for a deliciously satisfying bread that will leave your guests asking for the recipe.
Ingredients
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- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking 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). Grease and line an 8×4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, olive oil, and 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. Fold in mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 40–45 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to slice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg