Save Delicate mini quiches arranged in a floral wreath, filled with spring vegetables and creamy cheese—perfect for brunches or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
- Pastry: 1 sheet ready-made shortcrust pastry (approx. 250 g)
- Filling: 4 large eggs, 100 ml heavy cream, 100 ml whole milk, 80 g grated Gruyère cheese, 60 g goat cheese, crumbled, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Vegetables: 80 g baby spinach, chopped, 1 small zucchini, finely diced, 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced, 4 cherry tomatoes, halved, 2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped
- Decoration (for wreath effect): Edible flowers (e.g. pansies, nasturtiums), optional, Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, chervil), for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a standard muffin tin with butter or nonstick spray.
- Step 2:
- Unroll the shortcrust pastry and cut out 12 rounds using a 7 8 cm cookie cutter. Press each round gently into the muffin tin cups. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
- Step 3:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, milk, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir in Gruyère and goat cheese.
- Step 4:
- Divide spinach, zucchini, and red bell pepper evenly among the pastry-lined cups.
- Step 5:
- Pour the egg mixture into each cup, filling to about three-quarters full. Top each quiche with a cherry tomato half and sprinkle with chives.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 25 30 minutes, or until the filling is set and lightly golden. Let cool slightly before removing from the tin.
- Step 7:
- Arrange the mini quiches in a wreath shape on a large serving platter. Garnish with edible flowers and fresh herbs for a floral, festive presentation.
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Save Recipe FAQ
- → What type of pastry is best for the mini quiches?
Ready-made shortcrust pastry works well for these quiches, offering a buttery, crisp texture that supports the creamy filling.
- → Can I substitute the cheeses in the filling?
Gruyère can be swapped with Emmental or cheddar for different flavors while maintaining a creamy texture.
- → How do I achieve the wreath shape with the mini quiches?
Arrange the baked mini quiches closely in a circular pattern on a large serving platter to create the wreath effect.
- → Are there any vegetarian considerations for this dish?
This dish is vegetarian-friendly when prepared without meat; adding smoked salmon or ham changes this classification.
- → What herbs complement the floral wreath presentation?
Fresh parsley, dill, and chervil offer aromatic notes and enhance the visual appeal alongside edible flowers.