Savory Caprese Bread: A Fresh Italian Bread
Savory Caprese Bread: A Fresh Italian Bread is an easy and delightful way to bring the taste of summer into your kitchen. This flavorful quick bread combines creamy mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil, reminiscent of a classic caprese salad. Perfect for casual family gatherings, potlucks, or as a meal prep option for busy weeknights, this dish will impress everyone at the table. Whether you enjoy it warm or at room temperature, Savory Caprese Bread is versatile enough to pair with salads, soups, or even as part of a charcuterie board.
- 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 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 (oil-drained)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat your 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, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder.
- Combine dry ingredients with wet mixture gently; fold in mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan; bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack for slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg