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christmas quiche

Christmas Quiche

If you're looking for the perfect dish to bring to a holiday brunch, this Christmas quiche is so delicious. It's easy to make and is the perfect Christmas morning breakfast.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Breakfast, brunch
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 9 " Pie Crust
  • 4 Bacon Slices cooked and chopped
  • 2 cups Spinach
  • 1 Red Pepper
  • 1 ½ cups Cheese
  • ¾ cups Milk

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350F.
  • Once preheated, blind bake your pie crust for 7-8 minutes.
  • Increase your oven to 375F.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together your eggs, milk, shredded cheese, spinach, red bell pepper, cooked bacon, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour egg mixture into your pie crust tin.
  • Bake at 375F for 35 - 40 minutes, until the center is completely set.
  • Let it cool for 10 minutes, slice, and serve!

Notes

Tips for making the best quiche

Baking Sheet. Place your quiche tin on a baking sheet, then fill your quiche. If you try to fill your quiche and then move it from the counter to the oven, you might spill. 
Fresh Herbs. Don't shy away from fresh herbs! Basil, sage leaves, thyme, or rosemary would all taste great.

Making a Christmas quiche ahead of time

You can absolutely make this quiche recipe on Christmas Eve to then enjoy the next morning. Here's how to make this ahead of time.
  1. Preheat your oven to 350F.
  2. Once preheated, blind bake your pie crust for 7-8 minutes.
  3. Increase your oven to 375F.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together your eggs, milk, shredded cheese, spinach, red bell pepper, onion, cooked bacon, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour egg mixture into your pie crust tin.
  6. Bake at 375F for 35 - 40 minutes, until the center is completely set. 
  7. Let your quiche cool for 2 hours, at least.
  8. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and store in the fridge. 
  9. To reheat it, preheat your oven to 325F.
  10. Wrap your quiche in aluminum foil and cook for 15 minutes. 
This is perfect if you want to open presents and chill on Christmas morning but still want a delicious homemade brunch.
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