Quiche Lorraine Recipe

This quiche lorraine recipe is a classic French dish with a rich, creamy custard filling, crispy bacon, and melted cheese baked in a flaky crust. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner. Explore more delicious recipes like Quiche Lorraine Recipe on our website.

Ingredients

1 (9-inch) pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
8 slices bacon, chopped
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped leeks (optional)
3 large eggs
2 egg yolks
1 cup heavy cream
¾ cup milk
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
¾ cup shredded Gruyère cheese
Salt and black pepper to taste
Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

Optional variations
Spinach for a spinach quiche lorraine recipe
Skip crust for a crustless quiche lorraine recipe
Use lighter cream for a healthy quiche lorraine recipe

Directions

Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F). Place the pie crust in a dish and chill for 20 minutes.
Blind bake the crust by lining it with foil and adding baking weights. Bake for 7 minutes, then remove the weights and bake for another 5 minutes until lightly golden.
In a pan, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, sauté onion and leeks until soft and slightly golden.
Reduce oven temperature to 165°C (325°F).
In a bowl, whisk eggs, egg yolks, cream, and milk. Add thyme, salt, pepper, and cayenne.
Spread the cooked onions and half the bacon over the crust. Add cheese, then pour the egg mixture on top. Finish with remaining bacon and cheese.
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the center is set but slightly soft.
Let it cool for 15 to 20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 to 8