Quiche with Caramelized Onions Cream Cheese and Herbs

Elevate your brunch game with this luscious Quiche with Caramelized Onions, Cream Cheese, and Herbs—a culinary masterpiece that combines creamy decadence with savory sophistication. Featuring a buttery pre-made crust, this quiche is layered with golden caramelized onions for a touch of sweetness, dollops of tangy cream cheese, and a custard base rich with heavy cream, milk, and eggs. Fresh herbs like parsley and chives infuse every bite with vibrant flavor, while a hint of Parmesan cheese adds a salty, nutty finish. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, this quiche is easy to prepare and bakes to golden perfection in just under an hour. Serve it warm with a side salad or garnished with extra herbs for a stunning, crowd-pleasing dish that’s as elegant as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 3 large Yellow onions
• 0.5 teaspoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 9-inch Pre-made pie crust
• 4 ounces Cream cheese
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Fresh chives
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Thinly slice the onions and add them to the skillet. Sprinkle with sugar and salt.

Step 4

Cook the onions, stirring occasionally, for 25-30 minutes until they are golden brown and caramelized. Set aside to cool.

Step 5

Roll out the pre-made pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish. Press it into the dish evenly and trim any excess dough from the edges.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Add the cream cheese in small dollops, stirring gently to incorporate slightly (a few chunks are fine).

Step 8

Finely chop the fresh parsley and chives, and stir them into the egg mixture.

Step 9

Sprinkle ground black pepper into the mixture and stir to combine.

Step 10

Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.

Step 11

Pour the egg, cream, and herb mixture over the onions, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

Step 12

If using Parmesan cheese, sprinkle it on top of the mixture.

Step 13

Place the quiche in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is just set and a knife inserted comes out clean.

Step 14

Remove the quiche from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before slicing.

Step 15

Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley or chives if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1477.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3512.0

Total Fat 265.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 1219.1mg	0%
Sodium 3776.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 34.5g
Protein 77.5g	0%

Vitamin D 217.7IU	0%
Calcium 1159.3mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 1562.5mg	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: 68.7%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 22.4%