Description
These charming Flower Mini-Quiches are perfect for breakfast or brunch. Featuring a flaky homemade dough shaped into delicate flowers and filled with a creamy mixture of eggs, milk, and cheese, these bite-sized quiches bake to golden perfection, offering a delightful combination of savory flavors and a fun presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/3 cup Vegetable Shortening
- 2 tablespoons Water
Filling
- 2 Eggs
- 1 cup Milk
- 1/4 cup Shredded Cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Ground Black Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/3 cup of vegetable shortening. Gradually add 2 tablespoons of water while mixing until the ingredients come together to form a cohesive dough.
- Roll out the dough: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and roll it out evenly to about 1/4 inch thickness for a delicate but sturdy base for the quiches.
- Cut dough into flower shapes: Using a flower-shaped cookie cutter, cut out flower-shaped dough pieces and gently press each flower into the cups of a greased muffin tin, forming little crust cups.
- Prepare the filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, 1 cup of milk, 1/4 cup shredded cheese, and season with salt and ground black pepper to taste until smooth and well combined.
- Fill the dough cups: Spoon the egg mixture evenly into each flower-shaped dough cup, filling them nearly to the top without overflowing.
- Bake the mini-quiches: Place the muffin tin in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from oven, let cool slightly, then serve warm and enjoy these delightful flower mini-quiches.
Notes
- You can substitute vegetable shortening with cold butter for a richer flavor.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers to the filling for extra nutrition.
- Shredded cheese can be any type such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss, according to your preference.
- These mini-quiches can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: mini quiche, flower shaped quiche, breakfast recipe, brunch idea, homemade dough, egg and cheese quiche
