Savory Caprese Bread : A Fresh Italian Bread
Savory Caprese Bread is a delightful Italian-inspired loaf that brings the essence of a classic caprese salad right to your kitchen. This easy-to-make bread features layers of creamy mozzarella, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and fragrant fresh basil, all baked into a warm, comforting loaf. Perfect for any occasion—whether served as a side dish, snack, or even breakfast—this versatile bread will impress family and friends alike. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create this aromatic bread that fills your home with irresistible scents. Enjoy it fresh from the oven or make it ahead for meal prep; Savory Caprese Bread is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.
- 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
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ⅓ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
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 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Slice warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 174
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 181mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 43mg