Description
A fun and easy breakfast quiche inspired by the classic Egg McMuffin, featuring eggs, Canadian bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and a buttery pie crust. Perfect for family breakfasts or brunch, this savory quiche is simple to prepare and full of comforting flavors kids and adults will love.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 refrigerated pie crust
Filling
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 150 g Canadian bacon, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped chives
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the quiche evenly.
- Prepare Pie Crust: Place the refrigerated pie crust into a 23-cm (9-inch) pie dish and gently press it into the edges to form an even base for the quiche.
- Mix Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the 6 large eggs, 1/2 cup milk, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until smoothly blended.
- Add Filling to Crust: Evenly sprinkle the diced Canadian bacon and shredded cheddar cheese over the bottom of the pie crust, distributing the ingredients uniformly for balanced flavor.
- Pour Egg Mixture: Carefully pour the egg mixture over the bacon and cheese, allowing it to fill the crust without overflowing.
- Top with Chives: Sprinkle the chopped chives over the top of the quiche for a fresh burst of color and mild onion flavor.
- Bake the Quiche: Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden brown.
- Rest Before Serving: Remove the quiche from the oven and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes to make slicing easier and enhance the texture.
Notes
- Turkey bacon or cooked breakfast sausage can be substituted for Canadian bacon for different flavors.
- Incorporate spinach, diced bell peppers, or other vegetables to boost nutrition and add colorful variety.
- Allow the quiche to cool slightly before cutting to achieve clean, neat slices without crumbling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American