Description
This Creamy Puff Pastry Quiche Lorraine is a rich and flavorful savory pie featuring a buttery puff pastry crust filled with a custard of eggs and heavy cream, combined with sautéed onions, garlic, crispy bacon, and Swiss cheese. Baked to golden perfection, this classic French-inspired dish offers a delicious balance of creaminess, smokiness, and a touch of spice from cayenne and nutmeg, making it perfect for brunch, lunch, or a comforting dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pastry:
- 7 oz puff pastry (thawed according to package directions)
For the Aromatics:
- 2 tbsp butter (unsalted, e.g. Kerrygold)
- 1 large onion (finely diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (freshly minced)
For the Filling:
- 2 cups heavy cream (full-fat)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese (or Gruyère)
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (a pinch)
- 1/8 tsp nutmeg (a pinch)
- 8 slices bacon (cooked until crispy and crumbled)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate by ensuring it is clean and ready for the quiche assembly.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a frypan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the finely diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the 4 eggs, 2 cups heavy cream, cayenne pepper, nutmeg, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until fully combined and smooth.
- Assemble the Pie: Roll out the puff pastry dough to fit the 9-inch pie plate. Lay the pastry in the plate, trimming any excess from the edges. Evenly distribute the sautéed onion and garlic mixture over the bottom of the pastry shell. Sprinkle the crispy crumbled bacon over the aromatics, followed by an even layer of shredded Swiss cheese. Carefully pour the egg and cream mixture over the fillings, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake the Quiche: Place the pie plate in the preheated oven and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes to set the crust initially. After 15 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 300°F (150°C) and continue baking for another 35 to 40 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean and the filling is just set.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes to allow the filling to firm up slightly. Slice and serve warm for the best creamy, flavorful experience.
Notes
- Make sure the puff pastry is fully thawed before rolling out to avoid cracking.
- Crisp bacon thoroughly for the best texture and flavor contrast.
- Feel free to substitute Swiss cheese with Gruyère for a nuttier, deeper flavor.
- Allowing the quiche to cool slightly before slicing helps achieve clean slices.
- This quiche can be served warm or at room temperature and pairs well with a light salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Keywords: quiche lorraine, puff pastry quiche, savory pie, creamy quiche, bacon quiche, brunch recipe, French quiche, easy quiche recipe
