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Savory Mini Quiche Lorraine Recipe Easy Homemade Gruyère and Thyme Bites

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These savory mini quiche Lorraine bites combine flaky crust, smoky bacon, nutty Gruyère cheese, and fresh thyme for a quick and elegant snack or appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet store-bought refrigerated pie crust (or homemade)
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 small onion, finely diced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the bacon in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 6-8 minutes. Drain on paper towels and chop into small pieces.
  3. Optional: In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent and soft. Remove from heat.
  4. Roll out the refrigerated pie crust on a lightly floured surface. Using a 3-inch round cutter, cut out 24 circles. Press each circle into the cups of a mini muffin tin to form shells.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy cream until smooth. Stir in chopped fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Evenly distribute the bacon and sautéed onions into the pie crust shells. Sprinkle grated Gruyère cheese on top.
  7. Pour the egg mixture slowly into each shell, leaving a small gap at the top to avoid overflow.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the quiches puff slightly and are golden on top. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.
  9. Let the mini quiches rest for 5 minutes before gently removing from the pan. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

If crust edges brown too fast, cover loosely with foil halfway through baking. Use room temperature eggs and cream to avoid curdling. Don’t overfill crust to prevent soggy edges. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 3 days and freeze up to 1 month. Reheat in oven to maintain crispness. For gluten-free, use almond flour crust. For dairy-free, use vegan crust and dairy-free cheese with coconut or almond milk.

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Keywords: mini quiche, quiche Lorraine, Gruyère, thyme, bacon, appetizer, brunch, savory bites

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