Bacon and Cheese Crustless Quiche 🥓🧀
This Bacon and Cheese Crustless Quiche is creamy, flavorful, and wonderfully simple to prepare. With no crust to worry about, it's a low-carb, gluten-free dish that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.
💛 Why You’ll Love This Quiche
✔ Gluten-Free & Low-Carb – No crust needed for this protein-packed dish.
✔ Easy to Make – Simple ingredients, quick prep, and bakes in under 40 minutes.
✔ Make-Ahead Friendly – Great for meal prep or entertaining.
✔ Customizable – Easily add veggies or swap cheeses.
✔ Family Favorite – Kids and adults alike love this savory comfort food.
📋 Recipe Categories
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Cuisine: American
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Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Main Dish
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Cooking Method: Baking
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Difficulty Level: Easy
⏱️ Cooking & Prep Times
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
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Total Time: 45 minutes
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Servings: 6 slices
🍽️ Kitchen Equipment Needed
✅ 9-inch pie dish or round baking dish
✅ Medium mixing bowl
✅ Whisk
✅ Measuring cups and spoons
✅ Oven
🧾 Bacon and Cheese Crustless Quiche Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 6)
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6 large eggs
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup milk
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or preferred cheese blend)
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½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled (about 4–6 slices)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish with butter or nonstick spray.
Step 2: Mix the Egg Base
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, and milk until fully combined.
Season with salt and pepper (suggested: ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper).
Step 3: Add Bacon and Cheese
Stir the crumbled bacon and shredded cheese into the egg mixture.
(Optional: Reserve a bit of bacon or cheese to sprinkle on top.)
Step 4: Fill the Dish
Pour the egg mixture into the greased pie dish.
Sprinkle any reserved toppings across the surface.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is fully set and a knife inserted comes out clean.
If the edges brown too fast, tent loosely with foil during the last 5–10 minutes.
Step 6: Cool & Serve
Let the quiche rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm as-is or with a light salad or fruit on the side.
💡 Tips for the Best Quiche
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Customize It: Add chopped spinach, sautéed mushrooms, or diced bell peppers.
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Cheese Swaps: Try Swiss, Gruyère, Monterey Jack, or feta for different flavor profiles.
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Crispy Top Tip: Sprinkle extra cheese or bacon on top for a golden, slightly crisp finish.
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Make It Ahead: Cook and refrigerate, then reheat for quick meals all week.
❄️ Storage & Reheating
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Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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Reheat: Microwave in 30-second intervals or warm in the oven at 300°F until heated through.
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Freezing (Optional): Wrap slices in foil and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.
Bacon and Cheese Crustless Quiche
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish.
- Whisk together eggs, heavy cream, and milk. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in bacon and cheese.
- Pour mixture into dish. Sprinkle extra cheese or bacon if desired.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until center is set and a knife comes out clean.
- Cool 5–10 minutes. Slice and serve warm.