Savory Caprese Bread : A Fresh Italian Bread
Savory Caprese Bread: A Fresh Italian Bread offers an exquisite twist on a classic favorite. This delightful loaf combines creamy mozzarella, vibrant sun-dried tomatoes, and fragrant fresh basil to create a warm, comforting bread that’s perfect for any occasion. Ideal for busy weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this easy-to-make bread will surely impress your loved ones with its rich flavors and enticing aroma. Enjoy it as a delicious side dish, a tasty snack, or even on its own!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 8 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 or sour cream
- 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, olive oil, and yogurt until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined. Fold in the mozzarella cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top.
- Bake for about 40–45 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to slice and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg