Perfect Mini Quiche Muffins: 1 Kid-Loved Lunch
Mini quiche muffins are a perfect, kid-friendly addition to lunchboxes. They are easy to make and packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 12 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 12 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 refrigerated pie crusts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease and flour a 12-cup muffin tin.
- In a small bowl, combine crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, and chopped onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Unroll pie crusts and cut out 12 circles using a 3-inch cookie cutter. Gently press the circles into the prepared muffin cups.
- Spoon the bacon and cheese mixture into the pie crusts.
- Pour the egg mixture over the filling in each muffin cup.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the crust is golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before removing from the muffin tin.
Notes
- These mini quiches can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or cheeses.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 100mg