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Savory Caprese Bread

Savory Caprese Bread: Gooey, Cheesy Delight in Every Bite

Experience the delightful Savory Caprese Bread, a no-yeast quick bread loaded with mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 large eggs Substitution: Flax eggs can be used for a vegan option.
  • ½ cup whole milk Alternative: Use almond milk for a dairy-free option.
  • ¼ cup olive oil Substitution: Can use melted butter or avocado oil.
  • 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt or sour cream Substitution: Buttermilk can be used instead.
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour Substitution: A 1:1 gluten-free baking blend can be used to make it gluten-free.
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder Substitution: Fresh minced garlic can be used instead for a stronger flavor.
For the Mix-ins
  • ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese Substitution: Any melting cheese like provolone or fontina can be used.
  • cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (in oil, drained) Fresh tomatoes can affect texture; sun-dried is recommended.
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil Substitution: Dried basil can be used, but fresh is preferred for flavor.
Optional Seasoning
  • 1 pinch black pepper or red pepper flakes For added heat to kick up the flavor.

Equipment

  • 8x4-inch loaf pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • separate mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x4-inch loaf pan lightly with cooking spray or olive oil and line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, ½ cup of whole milk, ¼ cup of olive oil, and 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder.
  4. Gently add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Fold in ¾ cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, ⅓ cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and ¼ cup of chopped fresh basil.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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