Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of our Caprese Quick Bread Recipe, where the classic flavors of caprese salad come to life in a moist, savory loaf. Infused with the vibrant tastes of fresh basil, creamy mozzarella, and sun-dried tomatoes, this quick bread is perfect for any occasion—whether as a snack, side dish, or part of a picnic spread. With no yeast required and minimal prep time, even beginner cooks can whip up this delightful treat in under an hour. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature; this versatile bread promises to please everyone’s palate!
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup bread flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 1/2 to 4 ounces cubed fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed)
- 2 eggs
- 2 1/2 tablespoons grape-seed oil (or extra virgin olive oil)
- 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×4 inch bread pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, bread flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; mix well.
- Stir in chopped basil, cubed mozzarella, and sun-dried tomatoes until evenly distributed.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, grape-seed oil (or olive oil), and buttermilk until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix with a wooden spoon until just combined; expect a sticky dough.
- Transfer the dough into the prepared bread pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow cooling before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg