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This single serving Crustless Quiche Lorraine recipe features creamy eggs, smoky bacon, and melted Gruyère cheese. It’s rich, flavorful, and perfect for one.
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“This crustless quiche recipe is the best ever!”
– DCW
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and Easy: No crust to make, just mix the ingredients and bake.
- Low-Carb and Keto-Friendly: Made without a crust, this quiche fits perfectly into a low-carb or keto lifestyle.
- Naturally Gluten-Free: A great choice for those avoiding gluten.
- Rich and Flavorful: Creamy eggs, smoky bacon, and nutty Gruyère create a classic, satisfying flavor combination.
- Perfect Anytime: Enjoy it warm or chilled for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner.
- Easily Customizable: Use this base recipe to create other quiche variations with different cheeses, vegetables, or meats.
I love this crustless quiche Lorraine for its balance of simplicity and flavor. It’s inspired by the classic French dish but made easier without the crust. The creamy eggs, crisp bacon, and melted Gruyère create a warm, comforting meal that always feels a little special. It’s one of those recipes I turn to when I want something homemade and satisfying without spending much time in the kitchen.
We have several other small crustless quiche recipes you might enjoy, like our crustless spinach mushroom quiche, crustless asparagus quiche, crustless coronation quiche, crustless sweet potato quiche, and crustless tomato quiche.
Pair this small quiche Lorraine with ambrosia for one, a small loaf of French bread, or a side of roasted carrots.
Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this small crustless quiche recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder.
- Eggs and Heavy Cream: Two large eggs and 3–4 tablespoons of heavy cream create a smooth, custard-like filling. These ingredients give the quiche its signature creamy texture. For more crustless quiche ideas try our crustless spinach quiche or crustless pizza quiche.
- Seasonings: A pinch of salt, black pepper, and a hint of nutmeg enhance the flavor and add depth to the filling.
- Bacon and Gruyère Cheese: Crisp bacon adds smoky flavor, and Gruyère cheese provides a nutty richness. Swiss cheese can be used if Gruyère isn’t available. Use any leftover bacon in crack chicken for one or a bacon, egg and cheese cup, and extra Gruyère in French onion soup for one, open-faced croque madame, or small green bean Casserole.
Building the Perfect Crustless Quiche
A quiche is simply a savory custard made with eggs and cream. For a single serving, the ideal ratio is 2 large eggs to 4 tablespoons of heavy cream. This base creates the perfect texture every time and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins.
Use what you have on hand – cheese, cooked meats, or vegetables all work beautifully. Whether you add bacon and Gruyère, spinach and feta, or ham and cheddar, this easy formula makes creating a flavorful quiche effortless.
Recipe Variations
These easy crustless quiche Lorraine variations let you customize the recipe with different cheeses, vegetables, and flavors to suit your taste.
- Try a Different Cheese: Replace Gruyère with Emmental, Jarlsberg, or Swiss for a similar nutty flavor.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in spinach, bell peppers, onions, or even broccoli for extra flavor and color.
- Make It Meat-Free: Omit the bacon and use sautéed mushrooms or another plant-based alternative.
- Add Some Heat: Mix in red pepper flakes or a little sriracha for a spicy version.
- Add Herbs: Fresh parsley, thyme, or chives add a burst of freshness and aroma.
How To Make Crustless Quiche Lorraine
Making this single serving quiche is simple:
- Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy cream. Stir in the cooked bacon, shredded Gruyère cheese, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into a lightly greased small baking dish or mini pie plate. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 25 minutes, or until the quiche is set and lightly golden on top.
Expert Tips
- Use the Right Dish: Choose a baking dish that holds about 1½ cups, such as a 5×5-inch baking dish. The correct size helps the quiche cook evenly and achieve the right texture.
- Enjoy Anytime: This quiche is delicious for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
- Pair with Wine: Serve with a glass of Pinot Noir or Sauvignon Blanc to complement the rich, savory flavors.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s made with eggs, cream, bacon, and Gruyère cheese. The crust is omitted, making it lighter, low-carb, and gluten-free.
Yes, bake it, let it cool, and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
To freeze before baking: Mix the ingredients and pour them into a freezer-safe bag or container. Thaw in the refrigerator for about 24 hours, then transfer to a small baking dish and bake as directed.
To freeze after baking: Let the quiche cool completely, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in the oven before serving.
Use a 5×5-inch or 4×6-inch baking dish that holds about 1½ cups for even cooking and perfect texture.
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
- Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs and cream. Stir in salt, pepper, nutmeg, bacon, and cheese.
- Pour into a lightly buttered 5×5-inch baking dish.
- Bake for about 25 minutes, until set, puffed, and lightly golden.
Notes
- Use the Right Dish: Choose a baking dish that holds about 1½ cups, such as a 5×5-inch baking dish. The correct size helps the quiche cook evenly and achieve the right texture.
- Enjoy Anytime: This quiche is delicious for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
- Pair with Wine: Serve with a glass of Pinot Noir or Sauvignon Blanc to complement the rich, savory flavors.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
A 5 for sure!!! So easy to put together and add-ins can be switched up to personal preference. Very, very filling…I couldn’t eat the whole thing and could definitely get two meals out of this.
This was really good! Love how easy it was to put together and the addition of the nutmeg!
Was talking with a friend one day who said she was just taking a quiche out of the oven. Well, next morning I could NOT get the image of that quiche out of my head. Had to have one for breakfast and here we are – wonderful – wonderful – wonderful.
This is fast becoming my ‘go to’ breakfast.
One morning in my zeal to get it in the oven – I completely forgot the cheese. Much to my chagrin, it took me quite a while to figure out two things, first it stuck to the pan, wha? why? and second – it had a different taste – not bad but … meh.. not special either!
When I realized why… well, I was embarrassed and blushed – even though there was no-one here to see or know – go figure!
I see you add Horseradish to a Scone recipe. Do you think I could successfully add Horseradish to this Quiche Lorraine recipe ?
Absolutely. You may want to play around with the amount of horseradish you use in your quiche but it should be a delicious addition.
Could you replace the bacon with sausage?
Yes, you can use cooked sausage instead of bacon.
Can I make this in muffin cups? If so, what temperature and how many would it make?
Yes, you can. The amount you make will depend on the size of your muffin cups. Fill 3/4 of the way full and check them after 12 minutes of baking. Leave them in longer, if necessary, and check them every 5 minutes after.
Very tasty quiche recipe. This was so easy and yummy. I did cut down on the salt a little since the bacon and cheese both have salt. I also didn’t use as much cheese as recommended and I added torn raw spinach leaves. I would definitely make this again!
Is there anything I could do to substitute the heavy cream as I am on a eating plan that only allows skim milk. Would carnation milk in the can work?
Janey
The cream just keeps the quiche low in carbs. You can use milk instead.
This recipe is GREAT. I have given it to many of my friends who cook for one.
Many thanks
This quiche is simply the best! Easy to make and totally keto…couldn’t ask for more, enough said.