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Easy Savory Mini Quiche Lorraine Bites

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These bite-sized quiches are quick and easy to make, featuring a flaky crust, smoky bacon, nutty Gruyère cheese, and a creamy egg custard filling. Perfect for brunch parties or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package refrigerated pie crusts or homemade pie crust
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup finely chopped onion
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the bacon in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Drain on paper towels and chop into small pieces. Reserve a teaspoon of bacon fat for sautéing onions if desired.
  3. Sauté the onions in the reserved bacon fat until translucent and soft, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. Roll out the refrigerated pie crust on a lightly floured surface. Using a 2.5-inch round cookie cutter or glass, cut out circles to fit into the mini muffin tin cups.
  5. Press each pie crust circle gently into the mini muffin tin cups, covering bottom and sides without stretching. Prick the bottom lightly with a fork to prevent bubbles.
  6. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, nutmeg, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper until fully combined and slightly frothy.
  7. Evenly distribute cooked bacon, sautéed onions, and shredded Gruyère cheese among the crust-lined cups. Pour the egg custard mixture over the fillings, filling each cup about ¾ full.
  8. Place the mini muffin tin on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until custard is set and crust is golden brown. The center should still be slightly jiggly.
  9. Let the quiche bites cool in the pan for 5 minutes before gently removing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Pre-cook bacon and onions to prevent soggy crust. Let the egg custard mixture rest for 5 minutes before pouring to create a smoother texture. Watch baking time closely to avoid dry custard. Use room temperature eggs for best results. For gluten-free, substitute pie crust with gluten-free crust or mini phyllo shells.

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