Description
Savory Caprese Bread: A Delectable Fusion of Italian Flavors
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- â…“ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (in oil, drained)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- Optional: Pinch of black pepper or red pepper flakes
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and line an 8×4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, olive oil, and yogurt until smooth and well combined.
3. Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder until evenly mixed.
4. Fold in the Caprese Toppings: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and gently fold until just combined. Fold in the mozzarella cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil until evenly distributed.
5. Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
6. Cool and Serve: Allow the Savory Caprese Bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
This Savory Caprese Bread is incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Serve it as a side to your favorite salads, soups, or main dishes. It also makes a delightful accompaniment to sandwiches or charcuterie boards. For a quick and tasty snack, toast a slice and top it with a drizzle of olive oil, balsamic glaze, or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg