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This Crustless Quiche Lorraine is a flavorful single serving dish made with creamy eggs, smoky bacon, and plenty of cheese. Baked to perfection without the fuss of a crust, it’s easy to prepare and perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With simple ingredients and a rich, custard-like texture, this classic quiche is both satisfying and versatile.
Pair this small Quiche Lorraine with a refreshing bowl of Ambrosia, a slice of warm French Bread, or a side of sweet, honey-glazed Roasted Carrots. Each option adds a delightful balance of flavors and textures to your meal.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy to Make: Uses basic ingredients like eggs, cream, and bacon.
- Low-Carb Friendly: A crustless option that’s perfect for keto or low-carb diets.
- Versatile: Enjoy it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner—it fits any meal of the day.
- Protein-Packed: A satisfying dish that keeps you full and energized.
Building The Perfect Crustless Quiche
A quiche is a simple savory custard made by combining eggs and cream. For this single serving Crustless Quiche Lorraine, I use 2 large eggs and 4 tablespoons of heavy cream—my go-to ratio for all crustless quiches. From this base, you can create endless flavor combinations.
Got leftovers? Quiches are a great way to use them. Add your favorite cheese, cooked meats, or veggies for a quick and satisfying meal.
What makes a quiche so special is its versatility. Use seasonal vegetables, different cheeses, or your choice of protein to create a meal tailored to your taste.
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Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this quiche for one recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder.
- Eggs and Heavy Cream: This quiche uses 2 large eggs and 3–4 tablespoons of heavy cream to create a rich, custard-like filling. These two ingredients are key to achieving the creamy texture that makes quiche so satisfying. For other crustless quiche options try our Spinach Quiche or Pizza Quiche recipes.
- Seasonings: A touch of salt, black pepper, and a dash of nutmeg add depth and enhance the overall flavor. These simple seasonings bring out the best in the dish.
- Bacon and Gruyère Cheese: Bacon provides a smoky, savory flavor, while Gruyère cheese adds a nutty richness. Swiss cheese is a good alternative if Gruyère isn’t available. Use leftover bacon in our Crack Chicken or Bacon, Egg and Cheese Cup, and any extra Gruyère works beautifully in French Onion Soup and Green Bean Casserole.
Recipe Variations
This single serving quiche is versatile and easy to customize, making it perfect for adapting to your favorite flavors or what you have on hand.
- Try a Different Cheese: Swap Gruyère for Emmental or Jarlsberg to enjoy a similar nutty flavor with a slight twist.
- Add Vegetables: Mix in chopped spinach, diced bell peppers, or sautéed onions for added flavor, texture, and color.
- Make It Meat-Free: Skip the bacon and substitute with sautéed mushrooms or another plant-based option for a vegetarian version.
- Add Some Heat: For a spicy kick, sprinkle in crushed red pepper flakes or swirl in a bit of sriracha.
How To Make Crustless Quiche Lorraine
Making this single serving quiche is quick and simple:
- Combine Ingredients: Mix crumbled cooked bacon, shredded Gruyère cheese, and seasonings (a pinch of nutmeg, salt, and black pepper) into the egg and cream mixture.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into a small baking dish or mini pie plate. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 25 minutes, or until the quiche is set and lightly golden.
Expert Tips
- Choose the Right Baking Dish: Use a baking dish that holds about 1.5 cups, such as a 5×5 inch or 4×6-inch dish. The size of the dish affects the cooking time and texture, so sticking to these dimensions ensures the best results.
- Meal Versatility: This Quiche Lorraine isn’t just for breakfast! It’s a versatile dish that pairs well with any meal of the day.
- Wine Pairing: Looking to elevate your meal? Consider pairing your quiche with a glass of Pinot Noir or Sauvignon Blanc. These wines complement the rich, savory flavors perfectly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, if Gruyère isn’t available, Swiss cheese, Emmental, or Jarlsberg are great substitutes.
Absolutely! You can bake the quiche, let it cool, and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Yes, you can freeze it either before or after baking.
To Freeze Before Baking: Combine all ingredients and transfer to a zip-top freezer bag. Thaw in the refrigerator for about 24 hours before baking. Once thawed, pour the mixture into a small oven-safe dish and bake as directed.
To Freeze After Baking: Bake the quiche as instructed, let it cool completely, and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Thaw in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.
While heavy cream is recommended for a richer texture, it’s not mandatory. You can substitute with skim, low-fat, or whole milk. Plant-based options like almond or soy milk can also be used, but note that the quiche may be slightly less creamy.
Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder or you might like to consider using them in any of these single serving and small batch recipes:
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Crustless Quiche Lorraine For One
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 4 tablespoons heavy cream
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 slices cooked bacon -crumbled
- ½ cup Gruyere -shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and cream. Stir in the salt, pepper, nutmeg, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheese.
- Pour the mixture into a lightly buttered 5×5-inch baking dish.
- Bake for about 25 minutes, or until the quiche is puffed and golden.
Notes
- Choose the Right Baking Dish: Use a baking dish that holds about 1.5 cups, such as a 5×5 inch or 4×6-inch dish. The size of the dish affects the cooking time and texture, so sticking to these dimensions ensures the best results.
- Enjoy Anytime: This quiche lorraine isn’t just for breakfast—it’s a versatile dish that works well for lunch, dinner, or even a light snack.
- Pair It With Wine: For a touch of elegance, pair your quiche with a glass of Pinot Noir or Sauvignon Blanc. Both wines complement the savory flavors beautifully.
Nutrition
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Hi I just love all the recipes but now that I am alone what can I do with leftovers like heavy cream or other ingredients that you normally use only a little. Can I freeze some of the ingredients until I need it or is there a way to use something else in its place. Thanks for sharing the recipes my husband did all of the cooking so now I will have to do it all.
Toni, within every one of our recipe posts, we list other recipes that you can use the leftovers in. If you scroll down on each page, look for the section, “Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients” and you will find other ways to use any ingredients leftover from a recipe so there is no waste.
Joanie, I love your one dish recipes and have made several. One question on the quiches. Rather than use heavy cream, could I use sour cream, or a mixture of sour cream and milk? I’m asking because I don’t usually have milk or cream on hand or use it in many dishes. And sour cream stays fresh much longer than milk.
Thanks!
Mary, I’ve never tried making a quiche with sour cream but I think it should work. You may need to stir a small amount of water into the sour cream to thin it just a bit. By the way, I don’t drink much milk at my house either so I often use powdered milk. This way I can make a small amount of milk to use in a recipe and the powdered milk stays fresh in the pantry for a long time.
What kind of powdered milk do you use? I can’t get what I used to use that was good. What I can get now is awful. Thanks
Hi Bobbi, I often use Carnation Instant Dry Milk, or when I lived in Texas, I used HEB brand (a local Texas chain) dry milk.
Can these be made in an air fryer?
This recipe has not been tested with an air fryer.
I am enjoying my air fryer made Quiche Lorraine as I type and I can attest to just how wonderfully it works 👍🏼
I used my Ninja Foodi bake mode — 295° for 30 minutes, covering with aluminum foil after the first 15 minutes.
It is absolutely delicious 🤤 I also like that I didn’t have to heat up an entire oven and my kitchen to make it.
Can this be made in a muffin tin? I very much enjoy Starbucks egg bites and have been looking for a recipe. Wondering if this will work
You may be able to use this recipe to make a few “very mini” quiches, although I have not tested this recipe using a muffin tin. You might like to use our cheesy baked egg recipes instead. These are not made in muffin tins but rather in small 10-ounce ramekins – https://onedishkitchen.com/cheesy-baked-eggs-for-one/ and https://onedishkitchen.com/bacon-egg-cheese-cup/
Can I add a bit of flour to this recipe? And, if so, how much?
Why would you want to add flour?
I’m so happy to have found your group Joanie I love the fact your delicious recipes are easy to follow and uncomplicated.
I find large ingredients off putting as there is so much waste and cooking for one is so helpful
Thank you from Bangor, Co. Down….Northern Ireland
Thank you so much, Carol. I’m so happy to hear that you are finding the recipes helpful.
Delicious, and couldn’t be easier. I will even say foolproof! And fast too… Thanks!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe. Thank you so much for your feedback.
This was absolutely delicious! I scraped the sides of the dish to get it all. Very simple to prepare. My bacon was salty so next time will not add more salt.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe. Thank you so much for your feedback.
I can’t find a 5×5 baking dish
Greg, please visit our Bakeware page. We link to the dishes we use and recommend. You can find many of the dishes on Amazon as well as in various home stores. https://onedishkitchen.com/bakeware-cooking-for-one-kitchen/ Also, please take a look at our FAQ page where we talk more about the dishes we use – https://onedishkitchen.com/faq/
I can’t find one, either! I went through every one of the items in the “store” and there’s no 5” square pans for sale.
Hi Anna, yes there are baking dishes listed on the Store page. The 5-inch dish is from Corning Ware and the link is on the page. There is also a 6.5-inch dish made by Sweejar that is also listed on the page that will work too. Use a dish that will hold approximately 1.5 to 2-cups.
Walmart, Anchor Hocking, 2 pack.
Thank you so much for this info! Very helpful to those of us on “single fixed incomes.” Those dishes on the links provided, are way out of my budget! Especially with the price on food nowadays, with the inflation and all. I have never…sighhh!
(I love this blog and all the helpful and useful info, by the way.)
Thank you, Joanie 😊
Could you sub oat milk for the heavy cream
You can use oat milk but it will affect the taste. The cream simply makes the quiche richer.