French · Appetizers

Mini Quiches

Twelve small shortcrust cases filled with an egg and cream custard, ham and cheddar, baked until just set.

Not yet ratedThis recipe has no ratings yet 45 min total Serves 12 servings Medium
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What to Put on the Table With Mini Quiches

  • Green salad
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Chutney
  • Sparkling water

How to Make Mini Quiches

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  1. Heat the oven to 190°C / 375°F and grease a 12-hole tin. Roll the pastry to 3 mm, cut 12 circles of 8 cm and press them into the holes.

  2. Whisk the eggs with the cream, salt and pepper. Divide the ham, cheese and chives between the cases.

  3. Pour in the custard until each case is two-thirds full.

  4. Bake for 20 minutes until set with a slight wobble. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes.

Notes From the Method

Roll the pastry thin and do not stretch it.

Fill the cases two-thirds full only.

If your oven runs hot, check at 15 minutes.

Loosen each case with a knife before lifting.

If You're Missing Something

  • Double cream won't whip if you swap it, but for the cooking itself, full-fat crème fraîche or a lower-fat single cream works in its place.

Keeping What's Left

Keeps in the fridge for 2 days. Serve cold or warm for 8 minutes in a 160°C oven.

Common Questions

How long does Mini Quiches take to make?

About 45 minutes in total — 25 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 12.

What are the key tips for making Mini Quiches?

Roll the pastry thin and do not stretch it. Fill the cases two-thirds full only. If your oven runs hot, check at 15 minutes. Loosen each case with a knife before lifting.

What should I serve with Mini Quiches?

Green salad; Cherry tomatoes; Chutney; Sparkling water.

How should Mini Quiches be stored?

Keeps in the fridge for 2 days. Serve cold or warm for 8 minutes in a 160°C oven.

Is Mini Quiches suitable for a special diet?

This recipe is low-carb and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.

How many calories are in Mini Quiches?

About 229 kcal per serving, with 7 g protein, 12 g carbohydrate and 17 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.

The Numbers per Serving

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.

229Calories
7gProtein
12gCarbs
17gFat
1gFibre
1gSugar
380mgSodium

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