These little bite size, crustless quiches are perfect for on your brunch buffet or as an appetizer to snack on while waiting for a plated brunch.
Today is the first day of Brunch Week.......
Each year Christie of A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures invites us to join her in sharing recipes that are perfect for hosting a brunch. Of course, the recipes found here are not only perfect for brunch but can be served anytime of the day as part of a full meal and many of them, like these little quiche, are perfect as appetizers and snacks too.
Let's take a look so you can see what I mean.......
Monday #BrunchWeek Recipes
Beverages
- Cold Brew Coffee Boba from That Recipe
Appetizers and Salads
- Masala Labneh Pastry Swirls from Magical Ingredients
- Smoked Trout Polenta Canapés from Cindy's Recipes and Writings
- Smoked Turkey Cheddar Kabobs with Honey-Mustard Dipping Sauce from A Little Fish in the Kitchen
Breads, Grains, and Cereals
- GF Biscuits and Gravy from Frugal & Fit
- Korvapuustit (Finnish Cinnamon Rolls) from Tara's Multicultural Table
- Quick and Easy Buttermilk Biscuits from A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
- Strawberry Muffins from Kathryn's Kitchen Blog
Egg Dishes
- Crustless Broccoli and Cheese Mini Quiches from A Day in the Life on the Farm
- Naan Breakfast Pizza from Cheese Curd In Paradise
Main Dishes
- Bacon, Tomato, and Corn Galette from Karen's Kitchen Stories
- Chicken Pesto Pasta from Jolene's Recipe Journal
- Loco Moco from Palatable Pastime
Desserts
- Plum Clafouti from Art of Natural Living
- Spiced Carrot Coffee Cake from Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
I love serving up quiche. They are a great way to use up leftovers or those little odds and ends that you find in your refrigerator. These mini quiches were made with some leftover broccoli that I had but you can just microwave a little broccoli or use part of a package of frozen, thawed broccoli if you don't have leftovers.
I use a crust for my large, full size quiche but when making these baby, bite size goodies, I find it is easiest to go crustless. This also makes them perfect for any of your family/friends who are gluten intolerant.
Brunch Week is, as the name suggests, a week long event. I will be back tomorrow and Wednesday with some more fun recipes for you. On Thursday and Friday you will be able to find the others by searching #BrunchWeek on social media.
Yield: 24 bite size quiches
Crustless Broccoli and Cheese Mini Quiches
These little bite size, crustless quiches are perfect for on your brunch buffet or as an appetizer to snack on while waiting for a plated brunch.
Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 20 MinTotal time: 25 Min
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 c. cooked broccoli florets
- 1/2 c. shredded colby jack cheese
- 1/2 c. half and half
- 3 eggs
- salt and pepper, to taste
- pinch of freshly ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Place the broccoli, cheese, cream and eggs into the bowl of a food processor. Season with the salt, pepper and nutmeg. Pulse 4-5 times until broccoli is chopped fine and all ingredients are incorporated.
- Divide between 24 mini muffin cups that have been liberally treated with cooking spray.
- Bake in a preheated 350* oven for 15-20 minutes, until puffed and golden and a small knife inserted in the center removes cleanly.
- Let cool in pan for about 10 minutes before removing from pans and placing on a platter. Can be served warm or room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
27.45Fat (grams)
2.02Sat. Fat (grams)
1.1Carbs (grams)
0.73Fiber (grams)
0.16Net carbs
0.57Sugar (grams)
0.35Protein (grams)
1.66Sodium (milligrams)
37.46Cholesterol (grams)
24.83
Such a fun addition for brunch! I love the individual servings.
ReplyDeleteThanks Tara.
DeleteI could eat a handful of those. So much for portion control!
ReplyDeleteLOL....at least they are a healthy handful.
DeleteI just love mini foods! They are especially nice at brunch where I always want to try everything!
ReplyDeleteExactly Inger.
DeleteGreat finger food idea for brunch!
ReplyDeleteCrustless quiche are one of my favorites whenever I'm watching my calories! Yum!
ReplyDeleteYes, healthy, nutritious and low cal.
DeletePerfect little bites. I'm always looking for new ways to use broccoli!
ReplyDeleteI love how these are mini and bite-sized! SO perfect for brunch!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kathryn.
DeleteWe make these all the time and they are so good.
ReplyDeleteThey sure are.
DeleteYummy !
ReplyDeleteYes and kind of virtuous
DeleteOh yum! Bookmarking that recipe.
ReplyDeleteLet me know how you enjoy it Jinjer.
DeleteThese are perfect brunch bites!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Marcelle.
DeleteI am forever looking for easy breakfasts that can be made in advance. These look absolutely delicious!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy Ashley
DeleteThe mini quiches are great! I love bite sized portions and these look fabulous in looks and flavors!
ReplyDeleteThank you Radha
DeleteBite sized quiche is always a winner at brunch!
ReplyDeleteIt sure is Chris.
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