Bacon Cheddar Quiché is a classic dish loaded with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and a creamy, eggy filling that’s satisfying and incredibly simple to make. Everyone will be smitten with this recipe after just one bite, whether served for a weeknight meal, lazy weekends, or the holidays.
If you want more quiche ideas, try my Ham and Cheese Quiche, Sausage Cheese Cornbread Quiche, or Three Cheese Quiche.
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I made this twice and I love how easy it is to make and no fancy ingredients. You can eat at any meal!
Linda
There’s nothing quite like the rich, savory flavors of a Bacon Cheddar Quiche to kickstart your day. It’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I particularly like it for those evenings when I look in the kitchen and stare blankly, trying to figure out what we have to eat. It’s hearty and flavorful, and I can have it ready to pop in the oven in 15 minutes.
Why You’ll Love This Bacon Cheddar Quiche Recipe
- Even though quiche may sound fancy, it’s made with simple ingredients, and I bet you already have everything in your kitchen!
- Although you might not have everything you need to make this exact recipe, you can easily swap the filling ingredients as needed.
- The rich, savory filling and flaky crust make it irresistibly delicious for breakfast, brunch, or any time of day!
- I typically make two pies at a time, one for dinner and the other for breakfast. Freezing quiche is a great way to save time for later meals!
What Is Quiché?
Quiché is made with an egg custard baked in a buttery pie shell. I think of it as a savory pie. One of the best things about homemade quiche is what you can add to it. It’s the perfect vehicle for meat, different cheeses, vegetables, and even seafood.
Bacon and Cheddar Quiche Ingredients
- A prepared 9-inch pie crust keeps this recipe quick and simple.
- The filling is made up of eggs, milk, and sour cream.
- We love a good cheese moment, and this quiche combines sharp cheddar, white cheddar, and parmesan cheese. Grate your own cheese for the best flavor and melting.
- The other fillings include chopped bacon, grated onion, nutmeg, salt, and fresh cracked black pepper.
Recipe Variations
- Cheese Alternatives: Swiss or gruyere cheese can be used instead of cheddar.
- Sour Cream Swaps: You can use plain Greek yogurt, but sour cream adds the perfect richness with a slight tang. You an also use heavy cream.
- Add Vegetables: Toss in veggies like zucchini, spinach, bell peppers, and tomatoes to this quiche.
- Swap the Bacon: If you don’t like bacon, you can substitute sausage, ham, or turkey bacon.
Step By Step Directions
- Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the pie crust into a lightly greased pie pan.
- Make the Filling: Whisk together the eggs until fluffy. Then add in the milk, sour cream, onion, salt, and peppers.
- Layer: Layer the grated cheese in the pie pan, then pour the egg mixture into the pan. Sprinkle the bacon on top.
- Bake: Bake the quiche for 40 minutes, then sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Bake another 5-8 minutes, remove, and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Tips For The Best Bacon Cheddar Quiche
- Grate the cheese yourself. Store-bought shredded cheese has a coating that makes melting difficult and will change the overall texture of the recipe.
- Don’t overbake the Quiché. You want to bake until the outside edges are set, but the middle has a slight jiggle. If the edges start to brown, cover them with foil to finish baking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Nope, they are not the same, although they are similar. A frittata is made with eggs, has no crust, and has a solid texture. Quiché is moist, light, and baked in a flaky crust.
To store left-over Quiché, wrap it with foil or plastic wrap in the refrigerator.
Let the quiche cool to room temperature, then wrap it tightly in plastic or aluminum foil. It can last up to three months in the freezer. When ready to enjoy, you can reheat the quiche directly from frozen. Bake it in the oven at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.
What To Serve With Homemade Quiche
For breakfast, I serve this quiche with Air Fryer Potato Wedges or Smoked Gouda Cheese Grits and fruit salad. My family loves this dish for lunch or dinner with Broccoli Apple Salad, Waldorf Salad, or this Classic Grape Salad.
More Breakfast Ideas
If you tried this Bacon and Cheddar Quiche Recipe or any other recipe, please leave a 🌟 star rating and let me know how it went in the comments below. Thanks!
Ingredients
- 1 (9 inch) pie crust for deep dish pan
- ½ lb . bacon – cooked and chopped
- 6 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons grated onion
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
- 8 oz . grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 4-5 oz grated white cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Place pie crust in a lightly greased pie pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs until light and fluffy.
- Add milk, sour cream, onion, salt, pepper and mix until blended.
- Layer grated cheeses in pie pan.
- Pour egg mixture over cheese.
- Sprinkle chopped bacon over top of quiche.
- Bake in oven for 40 minutes.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over quiche and bake for another 5-8 minutes – checking for doneness. If crust gets too dark, cover with tin foil for remaining time.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
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- Cheese Alternatives: Swiss or gruyere cheese can be used instead of cheddar.
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- Sour Cream Swaps: You can use plain Greek yogurt, but sour cream adds the perfect richness with a slight tang. You an also use heavy cream.
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- Add Vegetables: Toss in veggies like zucchini, spinach, bell peppers, and tomatoes to this quiche.
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- Swap the Bacon: If you don’t like bacon, you can substitute sausage, ham, or turkey bacon.
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Terry Carter
Instead of grated cheese, can I use finely shredded cheese?
Sure!
Linda
I made this twice and I love how easy it is to make and no fancy ingredients. You can eat at any meal.
Donya
Hey there Linda!
Thank you so much for this outstanding rating! I completely agree with you that the best part of this recipe is that it uses simple, pantry ingredients you always have on hand. I am so pleased to hear that you enjoyed this recipe, thank you so much for your support!
~Donya
Jana
Can the quiche be frozen for Christmas morning??
Hey Jana.
You bet! The quiche turns out great after being frozen. Bake it until almost done. Freeze then let thaw overnight then finish baking. Breakfast is served.
Merry Christmas!
~Donya
Trish
Thi# is the second time I have fixed this recipe. My Grandson (12 years old) requested it for supper.
It is delicious!
Thank you so much Trish! I love hearing this and happy that a “young one” loves one of my recipes. Thank you for sharing!
Have a wonderful day,
~Donya
Valerie L.
This recipe sounds absolutely delicious, and I will definitely have to try it. Although I have been making a wonderful recipe for Quiche Lorraine for many years, I have never thought about adding sour cream to my recipe.
For the person who asked when you would the nutmeg into the recipe, I always add my nutmeg the at same time that I add my salt and pepper to the egg/milk mixture. Hope that helps you.
Beverly
I love quiche. I have never put sour cream in my quiche but need to try this. Hope you share this at Happiness is Homemade and Over The Moon this weekend.
Stopping by from Home Matters Party.
Hugs,
Bev