Save Bite-sized, colorful mini quiches perfect for parties, brunches, or festive gatherings, featuring a creamy filling and a crisp crust.
This recipe is perfect for preparing ahead of time and brings festive cheer to any party or brunch.
Ingredients
- Crust: 1 sheet (225 g) ready rolled shortcrust pastry
- Filling: 4 large eggs
- Filling: 120 ml (½ cup) whole milk
- Filling: 60 ml (¼ cup) heavy cream
- Filling: 100 g (1 cup) grated cheddar cheese
- Filling: 60 g (½ cup) diced red bell pepper
- Filling: 60 g (½ cup) chopped spinach (fresh or thawed and squeezed dry)
- Filling: 30 g (¼ cup) sliced green onions
- Filling: 1 clove garlic, minced
- Filling: ½ tsp salt
- Filling: ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- Filling: ¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
- Topping (optional): 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 24 cup mini muffin tin.
- Step 2:
- 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.
- Step 3:
- 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.
- Step 4:
- Spoon the filling evenly into the pastry lined cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Step 5:
- Bake for 18 20 minutes, or until the filling is set and the tops are lightly golden.
- Step 6:
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the tin.
- Step 7:
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving, if desired.
Save This recipe has become a tradition for our family brunches and always gets compliments from guests.
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
Per quiche cup: Calories 70, Total Fat 4.5 g, Carbohydrates 4 g, Protein 3 g
Save These festive mini quiches are a delightful addition to any celebration and easy to customize.
Recipe FAQs
- → What pastry works best for these mini cups?
Ready-rolled shortcrust pastry provides a crisp and buttery base that's easy to handle and bake evenly in mini muffin tins.
- → Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, they can be prepared in advance and served at room temperature or gently reheated before serving.
- → How do I achieve a creamy filling?
Using a blend of eggs, whole milk, and heavy cream creates a smooth, luscious texture that sets well during baking.
- → What vegetables complement the filling?
Diced bell pepper, chopped spinach, and sliced green onions add vibrant color and balanced flavors to the filling.
- → Are there simple variations to suit different diets?
Incorporate cooked bacon, ham, or smoked salmon for non-vegetarian options, or switch to gluten-free pastry for dietary needs.