Description
These Mini Veggie Quiches are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or appetizer featuring a savory blend of eggs, cheddar cheese, and fresh vegetables baked in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for gatherings or a quick bite, they combine sautéed bell peppers, onions, and spinach for a flavorful and wholesome treat that can be served warm or at room temperature.
Ingredients
Filling
- 1 cup milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
- ½ cup diced bell pepper (any color)
- ½ cup diced onion
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Crust
- 1 package (1.9 oz) refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade crust)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the quiches.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, sautéing for 5 minutes or until softened.
- Add Spinach: Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the spinach wilts. Remove the skillet from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
- Mix Egg Base: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of milk, 4 large eggs, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper until well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Fold the sautéed vegetables and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese into the egg mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Prepare Crusts: Roll out the refrigerated pie crust on a lightly floured surface. Using a 3-inch round cutter, cut circles and press each circle into a greased muffin tin to form the quiche shells.
- Fill Crusts: Pour the egg and vegetable mixture into each crust, filling about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the quiches are fully set and the tops are golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the mini quiches to cool slightly in the tin before gently removing them. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use any color bell pepper based on your preference or availability.
- Ensure the pie crust is fully thawed if using refrigerated dough for easier handling.
- These quiches can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- To reheat, warm in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes or until heated through.
- Feel free to add other veggies like mushrooms or tomatoes for variation.