Description
This recipe guides you through making a foolproof breakfast quiche with a flaky crust and creamy cheddar, spinach, and caramelized onion filling. It’s perfect for beginners and a delightful weekend brunch option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g (7oz) All-Purpose Flour: Forms the base of the crust.
- 100g (3.5oz) Cold Unsalted Butter, Cubed: Creates flaky layers in the crust.
- 1 Large Egg, Beaten: Binds the crust dough.
- 2 tbsp (30ml) Ice-Cold Water: Prevents gluten development for a tender crust.
- 4 Large Eggs: Provide the protein backbone for the custard.
- 200ml (0.75 cup) Heavy Cream: Delivers richness to the custard.
- 100ml (0.33 cup) Whole Milk: Balances the richness of the cream.
- 150g (5.3oz) Grated Cheddar Cheese: Adds a bold flavor to the filling.
- 100g (3.5oz) Fresh Spinach, Chopped: Adds nutrients and flavor.
- 1 Small Red Onion, Thinly Sliced: Provides sweetness when caramelized.
- 1 tbsp (15ml) Olive Oil: Used for sautéing the onion.
- 0.5 tsp (2g) Smoked Paprika: Adds smoky depth.
- 0.25 tsp (1g) Freshly Ground Black Pepper: Seasons the quiche.
- 0.5 tsp (2g) Sea Salt: Enhances flavors.
- 1 tbsp (15ml) Fresh Chopped Chives: Adds a fresh garnish.
- 1 tbsp (15ml) Herb-Infused Olive Oil: Adds fragrant herbal notes.
- A Pinch of Microgreens: For a final touch of freshness.
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Combine flour and cold butter, rub together until crumbly.
- Bind the Dough: Add egg and water, mix until dough forms.
- Chill Out: Shape, wrap, and chill dough for 15 minutes.
- Roll and Fit: Roll dough and press into a tart pan.
- Blind Bake: Bake crust with weights, then without, until golden.
- Sauté Onion: Caramelize sliced red onion in olive oil.
- Whisk Custard: Whisk eggs, cream, milk, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Filling: Stir cheese, spinach, and onion into custard.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour filling into crust and bake until set.
- Rest and Serve: Let rest before slicing and serving.
Notes
For an even flakier crust, use pastry flour. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses and vegetables in the filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: quiche,breakfast,brunch,easy,beginner,cheddar,spinach,onion,custard,make ahead