Savory Caprese Bread : A Fresh Italian Bread
Savory Caprese Bread: A Fresh Italian Bread is a delightful twist on the classic caprese salad, transformed into a comforting loaf that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy recipe combines the rich flavors of creamy mozzarella, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and fragrant basil into a moist, savory bread that fills your home with irresistible aromas. Ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep, or impressing guests at gatherings, this versatile dish can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. With just simple ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a delicious homemade bread ready to share with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×4-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, olive oil, and yogurt until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the mozzarella cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack; slice when warm or let cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg