This Caprese Quick Bread is a savory Italian-inspired loaf packed with cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side for soups and salads, this quick bread combines the classic Caprese flavors in an easy-to-make, tender loaf.

Unlike yeast breads, this quick bread comes together fast, with baking powder ensuring a soft, moist crumb. Each slice is bursting with fresh tomatoes, gooey mozzarella, and fragrant basil, making it ideal for entertaining or a cozy weeknight snack.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Savory & flavorful: Bursting with Caprese flavors in every bite.
Quick & easy: No yeast, no long rising times.
Versatile: Serve warm or at room temperature.
Perfect for entertaining: Great for parties, picnics, or potlucks.

Ingredients

Bread Batter:

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
3 large eggs
½ cup milk
¼ cup olive oil
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp dried Italian herbs or oregano

Filling:

1 cup cherry tomatoes – halved
1 cup fresh mozzarella – cubed
¼ cup fresh basil – chopped

Instructions

Preheat oven & prep pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, Parmesan, and Italian herbs.
Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and olive oil.
Combine batter: Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
Add filling: Gently fold in cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
Bake: Pour batter into prepared loaf pan, smooth the top. Bake for 40–45 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool & serve: Let cool for 10 minutes in pan, then transfer to wire rack. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Tips & Variations

Extra flavor: Drizzle top with balsamic glaze after baking.
Cheese variations: Use provolone or feta instead of mozzarella for a different twist.
Add-ins: Include sliced olives or sun-dried tomatoes for more Mediterranean flavor.
Storage: Store in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or freeze slices for later.

Serving Ideas

Serve alongside a fresh green salad.
Perfect for picnics or lunchboxes.
Warm slices with butter or olive oil for extra richness.

Story Behind the Recipe

Inspired by the classic Caprese salad, this Caprese Quick Bread transforms familiar flavors—tomatoes, mozzarella, basil—into a convenient, sliceable loaf. Quick to prepare and delicious both warm or at room temperature, it’s perfect for anyone who loves Italian flavors but doesn’t have time for yeast breads.