Save It Bite-sized, colorful mini quiches perfect for parties, brunches, or festive gatherings, featuring a creamy filling and a crisp crust.
This recipe has become a festive favorite at family gatherings, always disappearing fast.
Ingredients
- Crust: 1 sheet (225 g) ready-rolled shortcrust pastry
- Filling: 4 large eggs, 120 ml (½ cup) whole milk, 60 ml (¼ cup) heavy cream, 100 g (1 cup) grated cheddar cheese, 60 g (½ cup) diced red bell pepper, 60 g (½ cup) chopped spinach (fresh or thawed and squeezed dry), 30 g (¼ cup) sliced green onions, 1 clove garlic, minced, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp ground black pepper, ¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
- Topping (optional): 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin.
- Prepare the pastry:
- Roll out the pastry and cut into 24 rounds (about 5 cm / 2 in diameter) using a cookie cutter or glass. Press each round into the muffin tin cups to form a base.
- Mix filling:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cream until smooth. Stir in cheese, bell pepper, spinach, green onions, garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Fill pastry cups:
- Spoon the filling evenly into the pastry-lined cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake:
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the filling is set and the tops are lightly golden.
- Cool:
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the tin.
- Garnish:
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving, if desired.
Save It Making these mini quiches brings back warm memories of holiday mornings with family.
Required Tools
Mini muffin tin (24-cup), mixing bowl, whisk, small cookie cutter or glass, spoon
Allergen Information
Contains: Eggs, Milk (dairy), Wheat (gluten). If using store-bought pastry, always check labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 70, Total Fat: 4.5 g, Carbohydrates: 4 g, Protein: 3 g per quiche cup
Save It These mini quiche cups are an effortless way to impress guests with little fuss.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of pastry is best for the base?
Ready-rolled shortcrust pastry works best for creating a crisp and firm base that holds the filling well.
- → Can I prepare the mini quiches ahead of time?
Yes, these mini cups can be made in advance and served at room temperature or gently reheated before serving.
- → What are good substitutions for vegetarian variations?
Add cooked bacon, diced ham, or smoked salmon to the filling for non-vegetarian alternatives that complement the eggs and cheese.
- → How do I prevent the crust from becoming soggy?
Press pastry firmly into the muffin cups and avoid overfilling to maintain a crisp crust after baking.
- → What herbs can be used as toppings?
Fresh parsley or chives add a bright, fresh note when sprinkled on top after baking.