Mini Hash Brown Quiche Cups
/
These mini hash brown quiche cups have it all — egg, bacon, onion, veggies and cheese. (And not just any cheese mind you, but Gruyere cheese, which has an amazing mild flavor and melts like a dream.) The savory quiche filling in each cup is nestled in perfectly crisp and golden-brown hash brown crusts. They’re bite-sized bundles of breakfast heaven.
Breakfast or brunch — you choose
Because they’re easy to make, store and reheat, these mini hash brown quiche cups are an ideal grab-and-go breakfast and great for meal prep. You can make a batch on Sunday and have breakfast ready for the whole week.
Simply store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat them in the oven or microwave when you're ready to eat. This is a great option for busy mornings when you don't have time to cook a full breakfast.
But here’s a more unexpected idea: Bring them to your next potluck or add them to your upcoming brunch menu. (Have you started prepping your Easter menu yet?) These quiche cups make a great appetizer for parties and gatherings.
Instead of serving traditional quiche slices, guests can easily pick up and enjoy these bite-sized cups. They won’t be able to resist these perfectly portioned and easy-to-eat mini hash brown quiche cups. They’ll get all the deliciousness of a quiche but can also fill up their plates with other dishes. Because trying a little bit of everything is what a potluck is all about, right?
Easy to customize
One of the great things about these mini hash brown quiche cups is that they're easily customizable. You can switch up the fillings and create your own unique combinations.
For example, you could try using ham instead of bacon or adding in some fresh herbs or spinach. Although we love Gruyere, you could also experiment with different types of cheese, such as cheddar or mozzarella, to see what flavor profile you prefer.
These mini hash brown quiche cups are a delicious and versatile breakfast option that you can also enjoy as an appetizer or snack. With their crispy hash brown crust and flavorful filling, they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So, whether you're meal prepping for the week or planning a party, be sure to add this mini quiche recipe to your menu.
Want to make a more traditional quiche? Try our Bacon, Leek and Gruyere Quiche.
--
Mini Hash Brown Quiche Cups
Start to finish: 45 minutes
Impresses: 6
Ingredients
12-ounce bag shredded hash browns, thawed
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3 strips bacon
¼ cup onions, diced
¼ cup bell peppers, diced
¼ cup tomatoes, diced
¼ cup Gruyere cheese, shredded
3 eggs
1 cup whole milk
Salt and pepper, to taste
Method
Heat oven to 425 F. Place thawed hash browns in a thin kitchen towel and squeeze to drain liquid.
Liberally brush the bottoms and sides of a jumbo muffin tin with melted butter. Divide hash browns among prepared muffin tins and press firmly into pan with the bottom of a small jar or glass. Pour any remaining butter onto the bottoms of the hash browns.
Sprinkle with salt before baking 10–15 minutes, or until hash browns are golden brown. Remove from oven and lower temperature to 350 F.
Meanwhile, cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain before crumbling into a bowl and setting aside.
Cook onions and peppers in 2 tablespoons of the bacon drippings until soft, about 5–7 minutes. Remove and place in bowl with bacon and add in tomatoes before mixing. Divide mixture evenly among baked hash brown crusts and top with Gruyere cheese.
In a glass measuring cup, whisk together eggs and milk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Pour custard mixture into crusts, nearly all the way to the top. Carefully transfer to oven and bake 8–10 minutes, or until centers are just barely set.
Serve immediately.
To store or for a make-ahead meal: Cool mini hash brown quiche cups to room temperature, wrap in plastic wrap and store in refrigerator. Quiche cups can be reheated in a microwave for 30–60 seconds or for 10 minutes in a 350 F oven before serving.