Crispy Bacon & Melty Cheese Quiche – A Breakfast Delight
This Bacon & Cheese Quiche blends a flaky, buttery crust with savory bacon, creamy eggs, and melty cheddar and Gruyère for a stunning brunch staple.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Pie crust (1 9-inch)
- Bacon (4 slices, cooked & crumbled)
- Shredded cheddar (1 cup)
- Shredded Gruyère (½ cup)
- Large eggs (3)
- Heavy cream (1 cup)
- Whole milk (¼ cup)
- Salt (½ tsp)
- Black pepper (¼ tsp)
- Paprika (¼ tsp)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly butter a 9‑inch pie plate.
- Cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, crumble, and set aside.
- In a bowl whisk eggs, heavy cream, milk, salt, pepper, and paprika together.
- Toss the shredded cheddar, Gruyère, and bacon into the egg mixture.
- Pour the filling into the crust, tap gently to settle, and smooth the top.
- Bake 35 minutes or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden; cool for 5 minutes before slicing.