Best 2 Cheesy Quiche Crust Recipes

Quiche, a delectable dish of French origin, combines a creamy custard filling with a flaky, buttery crust. The cheesy quiche crust elevates this classic dish to a whole new level of flavor and texture. This article will guide you in creating the perfect cheesy quiche crust that will delight your taste buds and leave you craving more. We'll explore various cheese options, provide step-by-step instructions, and offer tips for achieving a golden, crispy crust that will perfectly complement the rich custard filling. Let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of a truly exceptional cheesy quiche crust.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY QUICHE CRUST

Cheesy Quiche Crust image

I love this recipe, the cheese adds to the usually bland flavor of the the quiche crust to make it rich and tasty.

Provided by Joanna

Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

¾ cup all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons cold butter, cut into small pieces
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
5 teaspoons cold water

Steps:

Place flour in a large bowl. Sprinkle in the chopped butter; rub butter into the flour until it resembles bread crumbs. Stir in the grated cheese. Sprinkle water over the flour mixture, a teaspoon at a time, stirring lightly with a fork. Add just enough water to allow the dough form a ball and cleanly leave the sides of the bowl. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Roll out dough, and place in a 9 inch pie/quiche pan. Use a fork to prick holes over the bottom of the pastry.
Bake crust in preheated oven for 10 minutes before filling with quiche custard of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 35.5 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 111.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

ARTICHOKE AND HAM QUICHE WITH CHEESY HASHBROWN CRUST

Artichoke and Ham Quiche with Cheesy Hashbrown Crust image

You can prepare all ingredients in advance so assembly is easy the next day for a quick brunch.

Provided by Idahoan

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Idahoan®

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 cups Idahoan® Steakhouse Cheesy Hashbrowns, rehydrated
¼ cup zucchini, shredded
¼ cup sweet potato, shredded
¼ cup carrot, shredded
4 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
1 ½ cups whip cream, un-whipped (or half and half for a lighter quiche)
8 ounces artichokes hearts, coarse chop
½ cup leeks, chopped and sauteed to soften
¾ cup cooked ham, small dice
1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
⅛ teaspoon cayenne red pepper
1 teaspoon dried sage
¾ teaspoon salt
Crunchy onion packet for garnish

Steps:

For the crust: Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
Mix veggies and hash browns together. Gently press between paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible. In a large nine inch pie plate, toss the veggie mixture with the melted butter. Sprinkle 4 tablespoons of the cheese packet from the box of Steakhouse Hash Browns over hash brown mixture and blend. Using the bottom of a measuring cup, press mixture into the bottom and up the sides to firmly form a crust. Place rack on the lower third of the oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and the edges begin to crisp. While crust bakes, make the filling.
For the filling: Blend the eggs and cream until smooth. Stir in the artichokes, leeks, ham, cheese and seasonings.
When the hash brown crust is ready, lower the oven temperature to 350 degrees F and pour the filling into the crust. Bake for 30 minutes then sprinkle the crunchy onion topping on the quiche. Continue to bake for another 15 minutes or until the quiche is light golden brown and firm in the middle. Quiche will settle as it cools.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the quiche will be. Use fresh vegetables, sharp cheese, and good-quality eggs.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the dough tough. Mix it just until it comes together.
Blind-bake the crust before filling it. This will help to prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
Use a variety of fillings. Quiche is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of fillings. Some popular fillings include bacon, ham, cheese, vegetables, and seafood.
Bake the quiche until the center is set. The quiche is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Conclusion:

Quiche is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With its endless variations, there is a quiche for everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give quiche a try. You won't be disappointed!