Savory Caprese Bread – A Flavor-Packed Twist on Classic Caprese
- Prep Time: 20min
- Cook Time: 35min
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (8 servings) 1x
Ingredients
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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2 ¼ tsp instant yeast
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1 cup warm water
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp sugar
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2 tsp salt
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1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
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1 cup fresh mozzarella (sliced or shredded)
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½ cup fresh basil leaves
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1 clove garlic (minced, optional)
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1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
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Mix flour, yeast, sugar, salt, olive oil, and water. Knead 8 minutes, then let rise 1 hour.
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Roll dough into a rectangle. Brush with olive oil and garlic.
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Layer tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil evenly.
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Roll tightly, seal seam, and place seam-side down.
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Brush with egg wash. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes until golden.
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Cool 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
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Pat tomatoes dry to avoid soggy bread.
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Add balsamic drizzle for extra flavor.
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Can be made with store-bought pizza dough.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g