Mother's Day Mini Cheese Quiche: A Heartfelt Bite-Sized Treat

Delight in these Mother's Day Mini Cheese Quiches, perfectly bite-sized treats that are both easy to prepare and a crowd-pleaser.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 55

Servings: 24 quiches

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Crust

1 package Pastry Dough Pre-made or homemade

For the Filling

8 oz Apple Smoked Gouda Can substitute with Gruyere or sharp cheddar
4 large Eggs Beaten until pale
1 cup Half-and-Half Can substitute with whole milk
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper Adjust seasoning; optional cayenne for spice
2 tbsp Minced Chives Fresh herbs for flavor

Optional Add-Ins

1 cup Vegetables Diced spinach or bell peppers
1 cup Proteins Cooked bacon or sausage

Equipment

mini muffin tin
Mixing bowl
Round Cutter

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a 24-cup mini muffin tin with vegetable spray.
Using a 3-inch round cutter, cut circles from the rolled-out pastry dough and place into the prepared mini muffin tin.
Blind bake the pastry shells for 8-10 minutes until slightly golden and firm.
Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (150°C).
Whisk together the half-and-half, eggs, salt, and pepper until smooth and frothy.
Fill each pastry shell about three-quarters full with the egg mixture.
Bake for approximately 15 minutes until puffed and lightly browned on top.
Cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quicheCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These mini cheese quiches are perfect for Mother's Day gatherings and can be made in advance. They store well in the fridge or freezer.

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