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Easy Savory Mini Quiche Lorraine Cups

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These mini quiche Lorraine cups feature a flaky buttery crust filled with smoky bacon, nutty Gruyère cheese, and a silky egg custard, perfect for brunch, parties, or snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet store-bought pie crust (recommend Pillsbury for best flakiness)
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese (substitute Swiss or cheddar if needed)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch of ground nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease the mini muffin tin to prevent sticking.
  2. Roll out the pie crust on a lightly floured surface. Using a 3-inch round cutter or glass, cut out 24 circles. Gently press each circle into the muffin cups to form crust cups. Chill the pan for 5 minutes to firm the crust.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp (6–8 minutes). Remove, drain on paper towels, then crumble. In the bacon fat, sauté onions until translucent (2–3 minutes). Set aside.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until smooth and slightly frothy.
  5. Evenly distribute bacon, onions, and Gruyère cheese into each crust cup. Pour egg mixture over fillings, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake on the middle rack for 20–25 minutes until custard is set and crusts are golden brown. Centers should jiggle slightly but not be liquid.
  7. Let mini quiches cool for 5 minutes before carefully removing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and cream for smooth custard. Chill crust-lined muffin tin before baking to prevent shrinkage. Tent with foil if crust edges brown too quickly. Avoid overfilling to prevent soggy crusts. Slight jiggle in custard indicates perfect doneness. For vegetarian version, substitute bacon with sautéed mushrooms or spinach. Gluten-free crust can be used for gluten-sensitive diets.

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