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Caprese Quick Bread Recipe

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Delight in the savory flavors of this Caprese Quick Bread, a moist and tender loaf featuring fresh mozzarella, aromatic basil, and sun-dried tomatoes. This easy-to-make bread combines classic Caprese ingredients into a quick yeast-free loaf perfect for snacking or serving alongside soups and salads.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 cup bread flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt

Add-ins

  • 3 1/2 to 4 oz cubed fresh mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed)

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 2 1/2 tbsp grape-seed oil (or extra virgin olive oil)
  • 1 1/4 cups buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×4 inch bread pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, bread flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
  3. Add Flavorful Mix-ins: Fold the chopped fresh basil, cubed fresh mozzarella cheese, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes into the flour mixture, ensuring all are well incorporated and evenly dispersed.
  4. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, grape-seed oil (or olive oil), and buttermilk until fully combined and slightly frothy.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients and stir using a wooden spoon. Mix until all ingredients form a sticky dough; do not overmix to keep the bread tender.
  6. Transfer to Pan: Spoon the dough into the prepared bread pan and spread it evenly to ensure consistent baking.
  7. Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center – it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs, but no wet batter.

Notes

  • Use grape-seed oil or extra virgin olive oil for subtle, complementary flavors.
  • Checking bread doneness with a toothpick prevents overbaking and ensures optimal texture.
  • Allow the bread to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack for complete cooling to avoid sogginess.
  • Fresh mozzarella chunks add creamy pockets; avoid overmixing to keep them intact.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes not packed in oil work best to avoid excess moisture.

Keywords: Caprese bread, quick bread, mozzarella bread, savory bread, basil bread, sun-dried tomato bread, Italian quick bread, no yeast bread

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