Classic Quiche

Elevate your brunch game with this classic quiche recipe, a timeless dish that combines a flaky, buttery homemade crust with a rich, velvety filling. This recipe brings together savory Gruyere cheese, tender spinach, and crispy bacon, all baked to perfection in a creamy, custard-like egg mixture. With just the right hint of nutmeg and a perfectly golden crust, this quiche is as elegant as it is satisfying. Whether you're hosting a special occasion or simply craving a comforting yet refined meal, this quiche, which serves six, is an ideal choice. Plus, it's easy to customize with your favorite fillings for endless versatility. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, this classic quiche will delight your family and guests every time!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 3 tablespoons ice water
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cups heavy cream
• 0.5 cups milk
• 1 cups Gruyere cheese (shredded)
• 1 cups fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
• 0.5 cups cooked bacon (crumbled)
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoons nutmeg (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

To make the crust, combine the all-purpose flour and salt in a medium-sized bowl.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.

Step 5

Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Step 6

Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Press it gently into the pan, trim any overhang, and prick the base with a fork.

Step 7

Place a sheet of parchment paper over the crust and fill it with pie weights or dried beans. Blind bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove the weights and parchment, then bake for an additional 5 minutes. Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Step 8

In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using).

Step 9

Sprinkle the shredded Gruyere cheese evenly over the cooled crust.

Step 10

Add the chopped spinach and crumbled bacon on top of the cheese.

Step 11

Pour the egg mixture over the fillings, making sure it’s evenly distributed.

Step 12

Bake the quiche in the still-preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly wobbly in the center.

Step 13

Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1167.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3725.3

Total Fat 292.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 156.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1495.0mg	0%
Sodium 3614.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.7g	0%
Total Sugars 7.3g
Protein 128.4g	0%

Vitamin D 317.7IU	0%
Calcium 1373.3mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 1801.1mg	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: 72.2%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 13.7%