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Savory Caprese Bread

Savory Caprese Bread: Your Easy No-Yeast Italian Delight

Savory Caprese Bread is a quick, no-yeast recipe bursting with creamy mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil, perfect for summer picnics.
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
  

Wet Mixture
  • 3 large Eggs Essential for binding and moisture
  • 3/4 cup Milk Can be substituted with non-dairy milk
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Melted butter or avocado oil can be used
  • 1/2 cup Yogurt Non-dairy yogurt can be used if needed
Dry Mixture
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Crucial for the no-yeast recipe
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt or kosher salt interchangeably
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic is a tasty alternative
Flavorings
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Can mix with other cheeses for variety
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Sun-Dried Tomatoes Opt for dried to avoid excess moisture
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Dried basil works in a pinch

Equipment

  • 8x4-inch loaf pan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×4-inch loaf pan lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients until smooth and well-combined.
  3. In another bowl, mix together the dry ingredients until evenly incorporated.
  4. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the shredded mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil leaves until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Wrap leftovers tightly and store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat slices in a toaster or oven.

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