Savory Caprese Quick Bread Bursting with Flavor and Cheese

This Caprese Quick Bread is a delightful blend of cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, perfect as a savory snack.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 50

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 10 slices

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
1 tablespoon baking powder Acts as leavening agent.
1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
1 teaspoon garlic powder Adds savory notes.
0.5 teaspoon black pepper Adds depth.
2 large eggs Can use flax or chia eggs for vegan option.
1 cup whole milk Substitute with low-fat or non-dairy if desired.
0.33 cup olive oil Can substitute with melted butter.

Flavor Ingredients

1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved.
1 cup mozzarella cheese Diced.
0.5 cup fresh basil Chopped.
0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese Optional topping.

Equipment

9x5-inch loaf pan

Method

Baking Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.
In another bowl, beat eggs, then mix in milk and olive oil until smooth.
Combine wet and dry ingredients gently, leaving some dry spots.
Fold in cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil until evenly distributed.
Transfer batter to the loaf pan, smoothing the top.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Bake for 45-50 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to ensure a tender loaf.

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