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Mini Quiche Lorraine Bites

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These mini quiche Lorraine bites offer a perfect balance of smoky bacon, creamy custard, and flaky crust in a bite-sized appetizer ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet store-bought refrigerated pie crust
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream (180 ml)
  • 1/4 cup whole milk (60 ml)
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (about 100 g)
  • 1/2 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a frying pan over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels, leaving about 1 tablespoon bacon fat in the pan.
  3. Add finely chopped onion to the pan and sauté until translucent and soft, about 3-4 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
  4. Roll out pie crust on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch (3 mm) thickness. Cut out 3-inch (7.5 cm) circles to fit mini muffin tin cups. Press circles into cups and trim excess dough. Prick bottoms lightly with a fork.
  5. Blind bake crusts by lining each with parchment or foil and filling with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 8 minutes, remove weights, then bake another 3 minutes until lightly golden.
  6. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until combined and slightly frothy.
  7. Divide cooked bacon, sautéed onions, and shredded Gruyère evenly among crusts. Pour custard mixture over each, filling about 3/4 full.
  8. Place muffin tin on a baking sheet and bake for 18-22 minutes until custard is set and tops are lightly golden. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.
  9. Let cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Blind baking the crust is essential to prevent sogginess. Use room-temperature eggs for a smoother custard. Cover crust edges with foil if browning too quickly. Use a small offset spatula or butter knife to remove quiches from the tin to avoid tearing crust. Bacon and onions can be prepared a day ahead to save time.

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