Description
Buttery, flaky crusts filled with a creamy egg custard, colorful vegetables, and melted cheese—these bite-sized mini quiches are perfect for brunch, parties, or make-ahead breakfasts.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3–4 tbsp ice water
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or gruyère cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme), for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in the cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, until dough comes together. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin.
- Roll out the dough and cut into circles large enough to fit into muffin wells. Press each circle gently into the muffin cups to form mini crusts.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, salt, and pepper.
- Distribute chopped vegetables and cheese evenly into the crusts.
- Pour the egg mixture over the filling until just below the top of the crusts.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the centers are set and tops are golden.
- Let cool slightly before removing. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Crust can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.
- Use a cookie cutter for evenly sized dough circles.
- Customize filling with other vegetables or meats like mushrooms, zucchini, or ham.
- Can be frozen and reheated for quick breakfasts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini quiche
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg