Pumpkin Quiche

Elevate your brunch table with this savory, seasonal Pumpkin Quiche, featuring the perfect balance of creamy pumpkin puree, rich gruyere cheese, and a subtle hint of warming spices like nutmeg and cinnamon. Nestled in a flaky pie crust, this quiche combines the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with the delicate crunch of green onions for a dish that's as comforting as it is delicious. With only 20 minutes of prep time, this elegant quiche bakes to golden perfection in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for holiday gatherings or a cozy family breakfast. Serve warm or at room temperature, and let this flavorful, autumn-inspired quiche be the centerpiece of your next meal. Perfect for pumpkin lovers and brunch enthusiasts!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 piece pie crust (pre-made or homemade)
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup milk
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup shredded gruyere cheese
• 0.25 cup thinly sliced green onions
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Roll out the pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan, pressing it evenly into the dish. Trim any excess edges. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, heavy cream, milk, and eggs until smooth and fully combined.

Step 4

Stir in the shredded gruyere cheese, green onions, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly.

Step 6

Place the quiche on the middle rack of your oven and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the filling is set in the center and the crust is golden brown.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(991.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2279.3

Total Fat 155.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 813.9mg	0%
Sodium 3075.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 147.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 18.2g
Protein 70.2g	0%

Vitamin D 200.7IU	0%
Calcium 1433.3mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 1172.7mg	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: 61.7%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 26.0%