Description
Savory Caprese Bread is a delicious Italian-inspired dish, perfect for gatherings and family dinners. This warm, cheesy delight features layers of creamy mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant basil, all nestled in a crusty Italian loaf. The irresistible aroma fills your kitchen as it bakes, making it an ideal appetizer or side dish that will impress your guests and elevate any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large crusty Italian bread loaf
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the Italian bread in half lengthwise using a serrated knife.
- Layer the mozzarella slices generously over each half of the bread.
- Add tomato slices on top of the mozzarella, followed by fresh basil leaves.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the entire surface.
- Place bread halves on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg