Description
Caprese Bread brings the delightful flavors of a classic Caprese salad into a savory, cheesy loaf. With creamy mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil, this bread is the perfect way to elevate your meals or serve as a stand-alone snack. Soft, fluffy, and full of flavor, this easy-to-make bread is great for pairing with soups, pasta dishes, or even enjoyed with a simple spread. It’s a twist on a traditional favorite, and sure to become a new favorite in your baking repertoire!
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Add-ins:
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ⅓ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (in oil, drained)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- Optional: Pinch of black pepper or red pepper flakes for a kick
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, olive oil, and yogurt until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder.
- Combine and Fold: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined. Fold in the shredded mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and chopped basil.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Slice: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Add-Ins: For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or black pepper to the dough. You can also experiment with other herbs like oregano or thyme for a Mediterranean twist.
- Customizing Flavor: If you want a stronger sun-dried tomato flavor, feel free to add more sun-dried tomatoes to the dough.
- Storage: Store any leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the bread for up to 1 month. To reheat, warm in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40–45 minutes
- Category: Bread, Savory Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
