Ingredients
– 1 package (1 lb) refrigerated pie crusts
– 6 large eggs
– 1 cup milk
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
– 1 cup diced vegetables (spinach, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, etc.)
– ½ cup cooked and chopped meat (bacon, ham, sausage, or your choice)
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
– ½ teaspoon dried herbs (thyme, basil, or your choice)
Instructions
Creating mini quiches is a simple process. Follow these steps to make your delicious bites:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Pie Crusts: Roll out the refrigerated pie crusts on a lightly floured surface. Use a round cutter or a cup to cut circles that will fit into a muffin tin.
3. Place in Muffin Tin: Gently press the dough circles into the greased muffin tin, ensuring they cover the sides and bottom.
4. Mix Eggs and Milk: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried herbs until well combined.
5. Add Fillings: Stir in the shredded cheese, diced vegetables, and cooked meat of your choice into the egg mixture.
6. Pour Filling: Carefully pour the egg mixture into each pie crust, filling them about ¾ full to allow for rising.
7. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the quiches are puffed and golden brown.
8. Cool: Remove the quiches from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes.
9. Remove from Tin: Carefully run a knife around the edges to loosen the quiches, then gently lift them out.
10. Serve Warm: Serve your mini quiches warm or at room temperature.
With these straightforward instructions, you’ll be able to create mini quiches that are not only delicious but also visually appealing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 mini quiches
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 6g