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Caprese Quick Bread

Caprese Quick Bread Recipe: Savory Delight Without Yeast

This Caprese Quick Bread is a delightful yeast-free recipe featuring fresh basil, mozzarella, and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All Purpose Flour Can be substituted with whole wheat flour for a denser bread.
  • 1 cup Bread Flour Regular flour can be used for a lighter texture.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure freshness for a proper rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Aids in browning.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt No substitutions recommended.
  • 1 cup Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Use block cheese, cubed and patted dry.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Basil Use fresh Italian basil for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Ensure they are dry and not oil-packed.
  • 2 large Eggs No substitutes recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Grape-seed Oil Can be replaced with extra virgin olive oil.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Low-fat works best.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Bread Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Caprese Quick Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x4 inch bread pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, bread flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together.
  3. Fold in the chopped fresh basil, cubed mozzarella, and sun-dried tomatoes into your dry mixture.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, grape-seed oil, and buttermilk until well combined.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined.
  6. Spoon the sticky dough into your prepared bread pan.
  7. Place the bread pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes.
  8. Let the Caprese Quick Bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store wrapped in plastic or an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze wrapped tightly in plastic and aluminum foil for up to 3 months.

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