You know air fryers can do so much more than just simply air frying chips or chicken wings, as this air-fried quiche demonstrates. For this delicious recipe, I have chosen broccoli paired with thyme and cheddar. However, you are free to experiment with any flavor combination you desire using this versatile base recipe.
This easy recipe is perfect for air fryer beginners and uses basic ingredients you likely already have. In this guide, I am going to walk you through the process of making quiche in an air fryer. Hence, keep reading to learn about this simple and convenient delicious breakfast recipe.
What Is Needed in Preparing Quiche?
This air fryer quiche is an impressive and satisfying recipe featuring fluffy eggs and cheddar cheese nestled in a buttery pie crust making it a flavorful dish for any meal.
Quiche In Air Fryer
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Round tin (18cm)
Ingredients
- 3 Free-range eggs
- 170 ml Evaporated milk
- 160 g Coarsely grated cheddar
- 3 Thyme sprigs
- 3 Broccoli
Instructions
- Making the PastryLet’s first make the pastry from scratch. To make pastry, take out a mixing bowl and add flour and a pinch of salt to it. Rub in the butter using your fingers until the mixture looks like coarse breadcrumbs.Next, add the milk, vinegar, and most of the egg to the flour mixture, and use a knife to incorporate them. Next, briefly knead the mixture with your hands until it forms the dough. Shape the dough into a ball, flatten it into a disc, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Air FryerBefore proceeding with further steps, preheat your air fryer to 180C. Take out broccoli, cut them into florets and fry them in the pan for about 8 minutes until slightly tender (do not overcook them). Set the broccoli aside, we will use it later on.
- Grease the Tin and Bake the pastryTake a tin or any other pie container you are going to use and grease it with butter. Next, on a floured work surface, roll out the pastry into a circle slightly larger than the tin. Carefully line the tin with the rolled-out pastry, ensuring it covers the sides.Use a fork to prick the base of the pastry. Place baking paper over the pastry and fill it with beans or raw rice to weigh it down during blind baking. Blind bake the pastry for about 10 minutes.
- Prepare FillingsIn a blender combine the evaporated milk and eggs. Blend until smooth. Add the cheddar cheese to the blended mixture.Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend again until all ingredients are evenly mixed. This creamy and flavorful filling will make your quiche more delicious.
- Bake the QuicheAfter 10 minutes, take out the baking beans and paper from the tart. Return it to the air fryer for additional 2 minutes until the pastry turns light golden and feels sandy to the touch. Next, spread most of the broccoli and thyme leaves over the base of the tart.Pour the prepared egg and cheese mixture evenly on the top. Spread the remaining broccoli and thyme on top of the egg mixture. Place the assembled quiche in the air fryer and bake it at 170C for 30 to 35 minutes.Check the quiche after 20 minutes of baking. If the top starts to brown too fast, shield it with foil to avoid over-browning.Allow the quiche to cool for five minutes before taking it out of the tin. Enjoy it either warm and cold, and add a touch of salt to taste.
Nutritional Table
| Calories | Protein | Carbohydrates | Fat | Fibre | Salt |
| 699 kcal | 26g | 40g | 48g | 2.7g | 1.2g |
How to Store and Reheat Quiche?
I like my quiche fresh out of the air fryer but it is also delicious for breakfast the next day. If you have any leftovers, you can store the quiche in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. However, unfortunately, quiche doesn’t freeze well due to potential texture issues with the crust and eggs upon reheating.
To warm up, simply reheat the quiche in the air fryer at 350F until it reaches the desired temperature. Enjoy the leftover goodness without compromising on taste and texture.
Final Verdict
Once you try making quiche in an air fryer, you will love how it delivers a perfectly crisp crust and evenly cooked filling every time. It’s a game-changer for quiche lovers!
