Save Delicate mini quiches arranged in a floral wreath filled with spring vegetables and creamy cheese—perfect for brunches or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
- Pastry: 1 sheet ready-made shortcrust pastry (approx. 250 g)
- Filling: 4 large eggs, 100 ml heavy cream, 100 ml whole milk, 80 g grated Gruyère cheese, 60 g goat cheese crumbled, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Vegetables: 80 g baby spinach chopped, 1 small zucchini finely diced, 1 small red bell pepper finely diced, 4 cherry tomatoes halved, 2 tablespoons chives finely chopped
- Decoration (for wreath effect): Edible flowers (e.g. pansies nasturtiums) optional, Fresh herbs (parsley dill chervil) for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a standard muffin tin with butter or nonstick spray.
- Step 2:
- Unroll the shortcrust pastry and cut out 12 rounds using a 7 8 cm cookie cutter. Press each round gently into the muffin tin cups. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
- Step 3:
- In a mixing bowl whisk together eggs cream milk salt pepper and thyme. Stir in Gruyère and goat cheese.
- Step 4:
- Divide spinach zucchini and red bell pepper evenly among the pastry-lined cups.
- Step 5:
- Pour the egg mixture into each cup filling to about three-quarters full. Top each quiche with a cherry tomato half and sprinkle with chives.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 25 30 minutes or until the filling is set and lightly golden. Let cool slightly before removing from the tin.
- Step 7:
- Arrange the mini quiches in a wreath shape on a large serving platter. Garnish with edible flowers and fresh herbs for a floral festive presentation.
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Save Recipe Help & FAQs
- → What vegetables are used in these mini quiches?
Fresh baby spinach, zucchini, red bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes provide a vibrant vegetable mix.
- → Which cheeses are included in the filling?
The filling combines grated Gruyère and crumbled goat cheese for a creamy, tangy flavor.
- → Can I substitute the pastry for a gluten-free option?
Yes, a gluten-free shortcrust pastry can be used as an alternative to accommodate dietary needs.
- → How is the wreath shape achieved?
Arrange the baked mini quiches in a circular pattern on a large platter, then garnish with edible flowers and fresh herbs.
- → What is the suggested baking time and temperature?
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes until the filling is set and lightly golden.
- → Are there options to add protein to this dish?
Cooked diced ham or smoked salmon can be added for a non-vegetarian variation.