Description
Savor the delightful twist of quiche muffins, where classic French cuisine meets portable breakfast perfection. Compact egg-based delicacies invite you to enjoy a handheld breakfast packed with rich flavors and convenient charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- ½ cup (60 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
Vegetables:
- ½ cup (50 grams) chopped spinach (fresh or thawed from frozen)
- ½ cup (75 grams) chopped bell peppers (any color)
- ¼ cup (40 grams) chopped red onion
Seasonings and Optional Protein:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Optional: ¼ cup (40 grams) cooked crumbled bacon or diced ham
Instructions
- Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or insert silicone liners to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Crack eggs into a spacious mixing bowl, creating a smooth base for the quiche muffins.
- Pour milk into the egg mixture, whisking vigorously to incorporate air and create a light, fluffy texture.
- Season the liquid blend with salt and pepper, stirring until the seasoning is evenly distributed.
- Prepare the vegetable components by finely chopping them into uniform, bite-sized pieces.
- Incorporate the chopped vegetables into the egg mixture, ensuring they are well-integrated.
- Crumble or grate the cheese, then fold it gently into the liquid blend for maximum flavor distribution.
- If using meat, dice or shred it into small, consistent pieces and mix thoroughly with the existing ingredients.
- Carefully distribute the quiche mixture among the muffin cups, filling each approximately three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Place the muffin tin in a preheated oven at 375F (190C), positioning it in the center for even cooking.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, monitoring the muffins until the centers become firm and the tops develop a delicate golden hue.
- Remove from the oven and allow the quiche muffins to rest for 5 minutes, enabling them to set and cool slightly.
- Gently extract the muffins from the tin, serving them warm or cooling completely before refrigerating for later enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose silky, non-stick muffin liners to prevent sticking and make clean-up super easy.
- Dice vegetables into small, uniform pieces to ensure even cooking and balanced flavor in every bite.
- Experiment with different protein options like crumbled bacon, diced ham, or vegetarian alternatives such as tofu to customize the quiche muffins for various dietary preferences.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for quick morning assembly, making these muffins perfect for meal prep and busy schedules.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg