Best 5 Quiche Pastry Cups Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite quiche pastry cups. These delectable treats are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual brunch, an elegant afternoon tea, or a festive holiday gathering. With a variety of tempting fillings to choose from, our recipes offer something for every palate. From the classic quiche Lorraine to creative vegetarian and seafood options, our quiche pastry cups are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

Embark on a flavor-filled adventure as you explore our collection of quiche recipes. The classic quiche Lorraine is a timeless favorite, featuring a creamy custard filling enriched with bacon, cheese, and a hint of nutmeg. For a lighter and healthier take, try our spinach and feta quiche, bursting with fresh spinach, tangy feta cheese, and a touch of garlic. Seafood lovers will delight in our salmon and dill quiche, a harmonious blend of flaky salmon, aromatic dill, and a creamy sauce.

Vegetarians will find solace in our hearty vegetable quiche, packed with a medley of colorful veggies and a savory cheese blend. Our sun-dried tomato and goat cheese quiche offers a unique twist, combining the vibrant flavors of sun-dried tomatoes with the tanginess of goat cheese. And for a truly decadent experience, our caramelized onion and Gruyère quiche is a masterpiece, showcasing the perfect balance of sweetness and savory flavors.

Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure a flaky, golden-brown pastry crust that perfectly complements the rich and flavorful fillings. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, our recipes guarantee success, even for beginner bakers. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting your culinary adventures, our quiche pastry cups are sure to become a staple in your kitchen. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let the aroma of freshly baked quiche fill your home as you embark on this tantalizing culinary experience.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

QUICHE CRUST / SHORTCRUST PASTRY FOR PIES



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Recipe video above. This is a recipe for quiche and pie crusts, both of which are made using shortcrust pastry. This is a great, EASY classic quiche crust. Quiche crusts are just made with shortcrust pastry. Made using a food processor, very slightly adapted from this recipe by Emeril Lagasse.Inactive chill time: 1 hour. This is the recipe I've been using for years and years, and it has never failed me! Makes pastry for 1 x 23cm / 9" pie dish or tart tin (serves 8 - 12 people).

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories     Baking     Mains

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/4 cups (185g / 5.6 oz) plain white flour ((all purpose flour))
1/2 tsp salt
100g / 7 tbsp unsalted butter, cold, cut into 1cm/ 1/3" cubes
3 tbsp ice cold water (+ more as required)

Steps:

  • Place flour, salt and butter in a food processor.
  • Pulse 10 times or until it looks like breadcrumbs.
  • With the motor running on low, pour 2.5 tbsp of water into the tube feeder.
  • Turn up to high and blitz for 30 seconds or until it turns into a ball of dough. Initially it will look like breadcrumbs, then it will turn into a ball of soft dough - some random escaped bits is fine. If it doesn't look like its coming together at 20 seconds, add another 1/2 tbsp of water. Don't blitz longer than 30 seconds at most.
  • Form a disc, wrap in cling wrap. If there are escaped crumble bits, that's fine - just press them in. Refrigerate for 1 - 3 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 200C/390F (standard) or 180C/350F (fan forced)
  • Sprinkle work surface with flour, unwrap dough and place on the flour. Sprinkle top with flour, then roll out into a 27cm/11" round.
  • Gently roll the pastry so it wraps around the rolling pin.
  • Unroll it over the quiche pan or pie dish - 23cm / 9".
  • Press the pastry into the edges of the quiche pan, patching up edges if required (if pastry doesn't quite reach top of rim).
  • Roll the rolling pin across the top to cut off the excess pastry.
  • Optional extra "safe measure" refrigeration - 15 minutes. See (Note 2).
  • Place a large piece of parchment paper over the pastry, then fill with baking beads or lots of rice or dried beans to weigh it down. (Note 3)
  • Bake for 20 minutes, then remove from oven.
  • Turn oven DOWN to 180C/350F (or 160C/320F fan).
  • Use excess paper to CAREFULLY remove hot beads, then return to oven for 10 minutes or until base is light golden.
  • Remove from oven and fill with chosen Quiche Filling. Quiche Lorraine, Salmon Quiche, Italian Sausage or your other filling of choice.
  • The pastry will not be 100% cooked, it finishes cooking with the filling. It's cooked enough so the crust will not go soggy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 26 mg, Sodium 235 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

QUICHE PASTRY CUPS



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My grandmother used to make egg cup surprises for family brunches on special occasions. The added fillings were always a surprise; she never seemed to use the same combination of ingredients twice. As children, we had a guessing game as to what we'd find in the tender crust, which added an aspect of family fun to our meal. -Denalee Standart, Rancho Mureta, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
4 large eggs, divided use
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons half-and-half cream, divided
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1-1/2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese
1-1/2 cups chopped fresh spinach
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. On a lightly floured surface, unfold puff pastry. Roll each sheet into a 12-in. square; cut each into 9 squares. Place in ungreased muffin cups, pressing gently onto bottoms and up sides, allowing corners to point up., In a small bowl, whisk 3 eggs, 1 cup cream, thyme and seasonings. In another bowl, combine cheese, spinach, red pepper and bacon; divide among pastry cups. Pour egg mixture over cheese mixture., In a small bowl, whisk remaining egg with remaining 2 tablespoons cream; brush over pastry edges. Bake 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks. Serve warm. Freeze option: Cover and freeze baked pastries on greased baking sheets until firm. Transfer to resealable freezer containers; return to freezer. To use, reheat frozen pastries on ungreased baking sheets in a preheated 375° oven 17-20 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 313mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

HASH BROWN QUICHE CUPS



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Quiche cups are my showstopper potluck dish. Hash browns and Asiago cheese make up the crusts. Eggs, spinach and bacon do the rest. -Nicole Stone, Gilbertville, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large egg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
1/4 cup shredded Asiago cheese
FILLING:
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
1/3 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1/3 cup fresh baby spinach, thinly sliced
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Grease 8 muffin cups., In a bowl, whisk egg, salt and pepper until blended; stir in potatoes and Asiago cheese. To form crusts, press about 1/4 cup potato mixture onto bottom and up sides of each prepared muffin cup. Bake until light golden brown, 14-17 minutes., For filling, in a small bowl, whisk eggs and chives until blended; stir in cheese and spinach. Spoon into crusts; top with bacon. Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 6-8 minutes., Freeze option:Freeze cooled baked tarts for up to 3 months. To use, reheat tarts on a baking sheet in a preheated 350° oven until heated through, 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 205mg cholesterol, Sodium 375mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROCCOLI QUICHE CUPS



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Make this crustless quiche in muffin cups or in a regular-size pie tin. Either way, there's plenty of bacon-y, cheesy goodness to go around. -Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 25m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup chopped fresh broccoli
1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
6 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup bacon bits
1 shallot, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Divide broccoli and cheese among 12 greased muffin cups., Whisk together remaining ingredients; pour into cups. Bake until set, 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 24g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 243mg cholesterol, Sodium 523mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 16g protein.

QUICK QUICHE CUPS



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When I host a brunch or shower, this is the recipe I reach for most often. Not only are the individual quiche cups easy to make, but they look impressive on the table.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2/3 cup sour cream
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tube (10 ounces) refrigerated biscuits

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Add eggs; mix well. Stir in Swiss cheese, bacon, red pepper and oregano; set aside. Separate dough into 10 biscuits; flatten into 5-in. circles. Press onto the bottom and sides of 10 greased muffin cups. Divide the egg mixture among biscuit-lined muffin cups, using about 2 tablespoons for each. , Bake at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will result in a better-tasting quiche. Use real butter, fresh eggs, and high-quality cheese.
  • Make sure the pastry is cold before baking: This will help prevent the pastry from shrinking and becoming tough.
  • Preheat the oven before baking: This will help the quiche cook evenly.
  • Bake the quiche until the center is set: The quiche is done baking when the center is no longer jiggly.
  • Let the quiche cool before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the quiche to set.

Conclusion:

Quiche pastry cups are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying as a quick and easy meal. With a variety of fillings to choose from, there is sure to be a quiche pastry cup that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a new recipe to try, give quiche pastry cups a try!

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