Description
This Perfect Breakfast Quiche features a flaky homemade pie crust filled with eggs, milk, cream, garlic, fresh spinach, a blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, and savory cooked bacon. Ideal for a hearty breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned & leveled (195 grams)
- 3/4 tsp salt (1/2 tsp + 1/4 tsp)
- 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp cold salted butter, cubed (9 tbsp or 127 grams)
- 4–5 tbsp ice cold water
- 5 large eggs
- 1/2 cup 2% milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups fresh spinach, torn into smaller pieces
- 1 1/3 cups shredded cheese (a mix of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 6–8 slices cooked bacon, roughly chopped into bite-size pieces
Instructions
- Prepare the pie dough using the specified ingredients for one crust. Shape the dough into a thick disc, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or ideally overnight to allow the dough to hydrate and rest.
- On a floured surface, gently roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8″ thickness. Transfer carefully to the pie dish, press into place, trim excess dough leaving 1/2 inch for crimping, and create a decorative edge. Freeze the crust for 10 minutes and preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Prick holes in the bottom of the crust with a fork. Line the crust with parchment paper, fill with pie weights, and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 15-19 minutes until edges are lightly browned. Remove weights and parchment, brush edges with beaten egg wash, and bake for an additional 2-4 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 400°F.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, torn spinach, shredded cheese, and chopped cooked bacon until fully combined.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust, spreading evenly. Bake at 400°F for 40-44 minutes, monitoring the crust browning at 25-30 minutes and shielding edges with foil if necessary.
- Allow the quiche to cool for 15-30 minutes before slicing and serving. Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- This quiche can be served warm or cold based on your preference.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 40-44 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Cheese Bacon Breakfast Quiche