Crustless Ham and Cheese Quiche Recipe
This Crustless Ham and Cheese Quiche is a delicious, low-carb dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. Made with eggs, cream, diced ham, and melty cheese, it’s baked to golden perfection without a crust, resulting in a creamy, custardy texture that’s easy to prepare and versatile to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 5 large eggs (~50 – 55g / 2oz each)
- 1 cup heavy/thickened cream (halve if substituting milk)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Fillings
- 100g (3.5 oz) diced ham
- 1 cup shredded cheese (any meltable cheese except mozzarella)
- 1 green onion, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) or 160°C (fan-forced). Grease a 22.5cm (9″) pie dish with butter or lightly spray it with oil to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper until fully combined and slightly frothy for a smooth custard base.
- Add Fillings to Pie Dish: Scatter most of the diced ham, shredded cheese, and sliced green onion evenly in the prepared pie dish to create a flavorful base.
- Pour Egg Mixture: Pour the egg mixture over the ham and cheese in the dish to cover evenly. Then, sprinkle the remaining ham, cheese, and green onion on top for a nice layered effect.
- Bake the Quiche: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center barely jiggles when shaken gently. Avoid overcooking to maintain a creamy, custard-like texture.
- Rest Before Serving: Remove the quiche from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. During this time, it will gently deflate, improving texture and making it easier to slice.
- Serve: Cut into slices and serve warm. This quiche goes beautifully with a simple side salad, or you can stuff it into soft rolls or wrap into burritos for a portable meal option (which can be pan-fried to add a crispy edge).
Notes
- If substituting milk for cream, use half the amount to maintain the right custard consistency.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt depending on the saltiness of your ham and cheese.
- Avoid using mozzarella as it does not melt well for this recipe; good alternatives include cheddar, Swiss, or Gruyère.
- Butter or oil grease helps prevent sticking and adds flavor; non-stick spray is a convenient option.
- Do not overbake; the quiche should be slightly wobbly in the center to keep its creamy texture.
- Leftovers reheat well, and can also be frozen for future meals.
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