Phyllo Quiche
Mini phyllo quiche is a bite-sized appetizer made with crispy, flaky layers of phyllo with a savory filling made of eggs, cheese, onion, and crispy bacon. They are perfect tasty bite for any occasion!
I love bite-sized food and these little quiches stand out not only because of their savory filling but also the texture and lightness of the phyllo cups. Instead of a traditional pie crust, these mini quiches are made with a flaky crust that gives them a unique texture, taking these mini quiches to the next level. Since the shells are premade, these appetizers are convenient and time-saving.
These little quiches are perfect for an appetizer for a small gathering, or for a quick grab-and-go breakfast too.
Why you will love mini phyllo quiche
- Easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time.
- Versatile! You can customize the fillings to suit your taste buds; see suggestions below.
- Perfect for any occasion, they are bite-sized, easy to eat, and flavorful.
Here is what you will need to make this mini quiche recipe
This is a brief summary of the ingredients you will need to prepare this recipe. For a printable recipe card containing exact measurements and detailed instructions, scroll down to the recipe card section.
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Ingredients
- Eggs
- Green Onion
- Bacon
- Milk
- Swiss Cheese
- Mini Phyllo Cups
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
How to make mini quiches with phyllo
Prepare the ingredients: Cook the bacon and crumble it, chop the onions and shred the cheese. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
STEP 1:Whisk the eggs in a small mixing bowl with the milk and add the chopped onions.
STEP 2: Arrange the phyllo cups on a baking sheet. Add the bacon crumbles and shredded cheese to each of the cups.
STEP 3: Pour the egg mixture over the top of the bacon and cheese. Place the quiche cups into a preheated oven and bake until golden brown; about 20 minutes.
Ingredient notes and substitutions
Phyllo Shells- These pastry cups, also known as fillo shells or filo pastry, are made from thin layers of phyllo crust that have been fully baked. You can find them in the freezer section of your local supermarket.
If phyllo cups are unavailable, you can substitute them with premade tart shells made from pie crust. Alternatively, you can cut wonton wrappers, a phyllo sheet or puff pastry into small squares and press them into mini muffin tins.
Milk– Most quiche recipes call for heavy cream, but I prefer whole milk because I always have it on hand and really don’t notice a difference in the flavor of the quiche.
Cheese – When it comes to cheese, my personal favorite is definitely Swiss, cheddar cheese, or Gruyere cheese, but I must say that any variety of cheese can be used. In fact, experimenting with a combination of cheeses or your favorite cheese can yield some truly delicious results.
How to serve mini quiches
Mini phyllo quiches are a great appetizer choice, and they taste great with bruschetta or crostini, chicken taco cups, cheese board, stuffed mushrooms, a veggie tray, or olives and pickles.
You can also enjoy them as a quick breakfast with a bowl of fresh fruit or a light lunch with a tasty salad on the side.
Recipe Variations
Quiche is a versatile and delicious dish and can easily be adapted to your taste. Try experimenting with different quiche fillings see some of the suggestions below.
Feta Spinach Quiche – Instead of bacon and Swiss cheese, use chopped sauteed spinach and crumbled feta cheese.
Broccoli – Add cooked broccoli florets to the quiche cups along with the bacon and cheese.
Roasted Peppers and Olives Mini Quiche – Use roasted red pepper and almonds with feta cheese or mozzarella cheese.
Mushroom, Onion, and Swiss Phyllo Quiche – Replace bacon with sauteed mushrooms and onions with caramelized onions for a savory mini quiche.
Sun-dired Tomato and Herbs – Use chopped sun-dried tomatoes and herbs such as fresh basil, and oregano.
How to Store Leftovers
To store leftover mini phyllo quiche, first allow them to cool off to room temperature. Once they are cool, place them into an airtight container and into the refrigerator. They will last for up to four days. If you want to keep the longer, they can be frozen for up to two months.
To reheat leftovers, place them in a preheated 350-degree oven and bake until they are heated through.
Tips
- Be careful to not overfill the mini phyllo cups with the egg mixture to prevent the egg mixture from spilling over.
- Let them cool on a wire rack before serving to all of them to set, and they will be easier to handle.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, these are excellent to make ahead of time. Simply follow the recipe, bake them, cool to room temperature and store in the refrigerator. Reheat them in the oven at 350 degrees just before serving.
These shells are prebaked and should remain crispy after they are baked. It also helps to place the bacon crumbles and cheese in the shells before pouring in the egg mixture.
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Mini Phyllo Quiche
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 Eggs
- 1 tablespoon Green Onion chopped
- 2 slices Bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 tablespoon Milk
- 2 ounces Swiss Cheese Shredded
- 12 Mini Phyllo Pastry Cups
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: cook the bacon and crumble it. Chop the onions, shred the cheese and preheat the oven to 375 degrees f.
- Whisk the eggs in a small mixing bowl with the milk and add the chopped onions.
- Arrange the mini phyllo cups on a baking sheet, add the bacon crumbles and shredded cheese to each of the cups.
- Pour the egg mixture over the top of the bacon and cheese and place in a preheated oven and bake until golden brown; about 20 minutes
