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Caprese Quick Bread

Caprese Quick Bread: Light, Fluffy Italian Bliss at Home

Caprese Quick Bread is a light and fluffy blend of Italian flavors, perfect for snacks or sides.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with half whole wheat flour.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for the best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for balancing the sweetness from the tomatoes.
  • 1 cup Milk Can substitute with plant-based milk for a vegan option.
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil Can substitute with melted butter for richer taste.
  • 2 large Eggs For vegan use flax eggs (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 2.5 tbsp water per egg).
For the Caprese Flavor
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Sun-dried tomatoes can be used for richer flavor.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Can substitute with feta or goat cheese.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Basil Can be replaced with other herbs like oregano or parsley.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan with olive oil.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix milk, olive oil, and eggs until combined.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Fold in halved cherry tomatoes, cubed mozzarella, and chopped basil.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes.
  7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool further and slice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to ensure a light texture. Customize cheese for unique flavors. Store leftovers properly to maintain freshness.

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