Description
Savory Caprese Bread is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the classic flavors of a Caprese salad with the comforting texture of freshly baked bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Once risen, punch down the dough and fold in the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before slicing.
Notes
- For a more intense flavor, add garlic or balsamic vinegar to the dough.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- This bread can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Savory Caprese Bread, Italian bread, Caprese recipe, homemade bread