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Caprese Quick Bread

Savory Caprese Quick Bread: Your New Favorite Snack Delight

This Caprese Quick Bread is a simple yet flavorful savory snack packed with basil, mozzarella, and cherry tomatoes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 170
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with whole wheat flour for a denser texture
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder acts as the leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
For the Wet Mixture
  • 2 large eggs binds ingredients
  • 1 cup whole milk can be replaced with almond or soy milk
  • 1/4 cup olive oil can substitute melted butter
For the Flavorful Add-Ins
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes bursting with sweetness
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese can substitute with provolone or feta
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil provides fragrant herbal brightness
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese adds a savory crust

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Whisk until blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the large eggs lightly. Add the whole milk and olive oil, whisking until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined.
  5. Fold in the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil, being careful not to crush the tomatoes.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top before baking.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  10. Slice and enjoy your delicious Caprese Quick Bread warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid over-mixing for a light, fluffy texture. Allow cooling before slicing to maintain shape.

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