Crustless Quiche
For those looking to lighten their meal or simply save on preparation time, this crustless quiche is a wonderful alternative. This version retains all the creamy, indulgent essence of a classic quiche while being quicker to prepare and lower in carbohydrates. I love to serve it with a large bowl of fruit salad. If you want a quiche with crust, you may also like this Spinach and Ricotta Quiche or this Chicken Quiche which are so popular on my site. I created this crustless quiche recipe with leftover Easter ham in mind. Since it’s low-carb and uses no crust, I’ve added a little light cream to give the eggs more of a creamier custard texture, as most quiches have rather than a spongier baked egg texture like a frittata.
Basic Quiche Ingredients:
The beauty of quiche lies in its versatility, and the crustless variant is no exception. You can tailor the dish to your taste preferences or dietary needs by choosing from a wide range of fillings. See full recipe with exact measurements below in the recipe card.
Healthier Option: Removing the crust significantly cuts down on calories and carbohydrates, making it a friendlier option for those on low-carb diets. Easy: Without the need to prepare or pre-bake a crust, crustless quiche is simpler and quicker to make. Great busy weeknights or when hosting brunch. Gluten-Free Friendly: By eliminating the crust, you naturally remove a common source of gluten, making the dish a safe choice for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.
egg mixture: eggs, milk and half & half grated cheese (choose from options like Swiss, cheddar, mozzarella, goat cheese, gruyere cheese, parmesan cheese, or feta) your choice of protein: diced ham, cooked bacon, chicken sausage, vegan sausage, chorizo, etc) your choice of vegetables: (broccoli, spinach, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, onions, red onion, bell peppers) salt and black pepper Optional fresh or dry herbs and spices (e.g., chives, parsley, thyme, basil)
How To Make Crustless Quiche
Crustless Quiche Variations:
Swap the ham for bacon, sausage or vegan sausage. Cheese: Any cheese would work great here. Try this with mozzarella cheese, Gruyere, cheddar or Swiss. Milk: You can swap more milk in place of the half & half cream, but the texture won’t be as creamy, it will have a spongier texture. Individual Ramekins: Make them in individual ramekins in place of one large pie dish. Crust: If you wish to use a crust, follow the directions for this recipe using a deeper pie dish, and use less broccoli.
Storage
To refrigerate, cover with plastic wrap. This should last in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
Crustless Quiche Recipes:
Crustless Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche Crustless Sausage and Spinach Quiche Crustless Quiche Lorraine Crustless Potato Jalapeño Quiche Petite Crustless Quiche
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