Cheddar Cheese Pie Quiche

Indulge in the savory perfection of this Cheddar Cheese Pie Quiche, a creamy and rich dish that's perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner. Featuring a flaky premade pie crust as the base, this quiche is layered with sharp cheddar cheese and a velvety custard made from eggs, heavy cream, and a touch of whole milk. A hint of nutmeg adds subtle warmth, while optional green onions provide a pop of freshness and color. With just 15 minutes of prep and simple blind baking, this crowd-pleasing quiche bakes to golden perfection in under 40 minutes. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a cheesy, satisfying slice of comfort that pairs perfectly with a crisp side salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch crust Premade pie crust
• 2 cups (shredded) Sharp cheddar cheese
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoon Ground nutmeg (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Green onions (chopped, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

If using a premade pie crust, place it into a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges to make a decorative border. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling.

Step 3

Blind bake the pie crust by placing a sheet of parchment paper on top of it and filling it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 10 minutes, remove the weights and parchment, and bake for another 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.

Step 4

Spread 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using) until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Pour the egg mixture over the cheese in the prepared pie crust, being careful not to overfill.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Add chopped green onions if desired.

Step 8

Carefully transfer the pie dish to the oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown. To test doneness, insert a knife into the center; it should come out clean.

Step 9

Remove the quiche from the oven and allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Step 10

Slice into wedges and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1031.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3241.7

Total Fat 245.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 122.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1240.8mg	0%
Sodium 4122.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 147.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 14.2g
Protein 99.0g	0%

Vitamin D 217.7IU	0%
Calcium 1905.1mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 594.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.1%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 18.5%