These Christmas quiche ideas are perfect for eating with your family for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. All of these recipes are easy to make, super delicious, and even fancy enough to whip up for any holiday, special occasion, or just because. I know that you'll love them so much that you'll want to make them all year long!
If you need help with your Christmas menu, take a look at my posts on make-ahead Christmas appetizers, Christmas side dishes, and prime rib dinner menus.
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- Breakfast Quiches
- 1. Quiche Lorraine
- 2. Hash Brown Crust Sausage Cheddar Quiche
- 3. Ham and Cheese Quiche
- 4. Christmas Breakfast Quiche
- 5. Sausage & Grits Quiche
- Savory Quiche Recipes
- 6. Quiche Florentine
- 7. Sun-Dried Tomato Quiche
- 8. Zucchini Mushroom Quiche
- 9. Asparagus Quiche
- 10. Butternut Squash Quiche
- 11. Goat Cheese Quiche
- 12. Apple and Cheddar Quiche
- 13. Sweet Potato Quiche
- 14. Salmon Quiche
- 15. Broccoli and Cheese Quiche
- 💭 Tips For Choosing A Christmas Quiche Recipe
- 📖 Recipe Card
- Christmas Quiche Ideas: Ham & Cheese Quiche (+More Great Recipes!)
- 💬 Comments & Reviews
Quiches are definitely the type of dish that is so easy to customize to suit your preferences! This list of ideas showcases some flavor combinations that are absolutely perfect for serving on Christmas.
I have some great make-ahead Christmas breakfast ideas for your holiday planning, too! Check out all of my Christmas breakfast ideas, Christmas breakfast casseroles, and Christmas brunch ideas to round out your cooking!
Whether you're a pro at hosting Christmas dinner and holiday parties or giving it a try for the first time this year, you're sure to find my ultimate guide to planning Christmas a help! Don't forget to safely thaw your holiday prime rib early, too!
Breakfast Quiches
1. Quiche Lorraine
Quiche Lorraine is one of the most traditional and classic quiche recipes there is! It features cheese and bacon combined with a delicious egg-based custard.
It's a perfect all-around breakfast that will put everyone in the holiday spirit!
2. Hash Brown Crust Sausage Cheddar Quiche
Rather than a standard pastry-style crust, this hearty quiche uses hashbrowns! It creates a perfectly savory and hearty breakfast casserole that is bound to impress everyone!
The filling includes sausage and cheese to really take the flavors to the next level!
3. Ham and Cheese Quiche
Try out this ham and cheese quiche for a simple quiche variety that should easily suit everyone's needs! You can make it in advance, too, so that your Christmas morning is a little less hectic.
4. Christmas Breakfast Quiche
Specifically for Christmas morning, this quiche includes ingredients like cranberries to really bring in those festive flavors. Serve it alongside some fresh fruit and muffins for a fun holiday brunch.
5. Sausage & Grits Quiche
If you live in the South, you know how popular grits are! It's also loaded up with spinach and sausage for a simple, all-in-one breakfast.
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Savory Quiche Recipes
6. Quiche Florentine
Quiche florentine is another classic recipe that features cheese and spinach! It can be enjoyed at breakfast, brunch, or even served alongside your Christmas dinner!
7. Sun-Dried Tomato Quiche
This quiche recipe has spinach, goat cheese, and chunks of sun-dried tomatoes for bright bursts of flavor! Not only are the tomatoes super tasty, but they also add a beautiful splash of color!
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8. Zucchini Mushroom Quiche
Slices of zucchini are cooked until tender alongside some mushrooms and Swiss cheese! It's an easy way to upgrade your standard vegetable side dish for something a little more special.
9. Asparagus Quiche
This egg filling has tasty asparagus spears and Swiss cheese for another nutrient-packed dish! If you have any guests that are fans of asparagus, make sure you set this out for them!
10. Butternut Squash Quiche
This butternut squash quiche is loaded with fall flavors to complement the cooler weather. It has an almond flour crust, spinach, tender butternut squash, and crispy prosciutto.
11. Goat Cheese Quiche
In addition to goat cheese, this quiche filling has caramelized onions and fresh thyme for an extremely elegant and savory dish. The combination of flavors not only makes this quiche unique but ridiculously delicious.
12. Apple and Cheddar Quiche
Apples and cheese are always a tasty combination. Make sure you use the thyme and cheddar pastry crust to really take it to the next level!
13. Sweet Potato Quiche
Sweet potatoes, bacon, and spinach; what more could you ask for? It's the perfect combination of sweet yet savory and can be prepared the day before you need to serve it.
14. Salmon Quiche
Salmon is a delicious protein choice that always gives off a sophisticated vibe. Add some onion and cheddar cheese for a perfectly tasty quiche variation.
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15. Broccoli and Cheese Quiche
This quiche is perfect for any vegetarian family member (but even meat-eaters will enjoy it!) Not to mention, it is very simple to make!
💭 Tips For Choosing A Christmas Quiche Recipe
Preparing your holiday menu may already seem overwhelming. Keep these tips in mind to make your preparations even easier!
- Choose Seasonal Ingredients. Use ingredients that are fresh around Christmas. Some great options would be spinach, mushrooms, and winter squash.
- Consider Diets. Consider any dietary restrictions your family and guests may have, such as vegetarian, gluten-free, or dairy-free options.
- Cheese Selection. Pick a cheese or a blend of cheeses that tastes great with the other ingredients. Some of my favorites are cheddar, Gruyere, or feta.
- Consider Presentation. Consider how you'd like the quiche to look when served. Consider using colorful vegetables or garnishing with fresh herbs for a festive touch.
- Protein Choices. You can use any protein you like. Try bacon, ham, sausage, smoked salmon, tofu, or tempeh.
- Make-Ahead Options. If you want to save time on Christmas morning, look for recipes that can be prepared partially or entirely in advance.
- Crust Options. There are tons of options for what kind of crust you can use. Try out a standard pastry crust, make a crustless quiche, or get creative with a potato or cauliflower crust.
- Portion Size. You can make a standard-sized quiche or have fun with some miniature ones.
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Christmas Quiche Ideas: Ham & Cheese Quiche (+More Great Recipes!)
Ingredients
- 1 butter pie crust (use half the double crust recipe, or half the packaged refrigerated pie crusts - *see notes)
- 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese (shredded, reserve some for topping the quiche if desired - *see notes)
- ¼ cup Parmesan (grated)
- ½ cup cooked ham (diced)
- 1 ¼ cup heavy cream (or half & half, or milk - *see notes)
- 5 large eggs (beaten, at room temperature)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon freeze dried chives
(Note: 2x or 3x only changes the ingredient list)
Instructions
- To begin, preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C), then start preparing your uncooked butter pie crust. Transfer the pie crust to a 9-inch pie dish or tart pan, trim or fluke the edges, then use a fork to poke holes into the crust. *This is called "docking" the crust, see notes for more information
- Place a sheet of aluminum foil or parchment paper over the pie crust. *Make sure you cut off a piece that is close to the size of your pie crust plus a few inches for easy removal. Then fill the pan halfway with pie weights (or dried beans or rice) to prevent the crust from bubbling up while baking.
- Place your pie crust pan on a baking sheet and then blind-bake it for 10 minutes at 400°F (205°C). Remove the pie weights once they are cooled enough to touch.
- Spread the shredded cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and cooked ham in the bottom of the crust.
- In a small mixing bowl, mix together the heavy cream, eggs, salt, onion powder, ground nutmeg, and freeze-dried chives. Carefully pour over the top of the cheese and ham layer, then top with the remaining cheese.
- Place the quiche into the oven and reduce the heat to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center sets.
- Transfer the quiche to a wire rack to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- I used a blend of cheddar, white cheddar, colby, gruyere, mozzarella, and gouda for the cheese with a ¼ cup of Parmesan. The cheese can be regular cheddar only or any combination you like!
- Adding weights and docking the crust allows for steam to escape while it's baking so that it doesn't puff up. Typically, this method is used when you are blind-baking the pie crust before adding the filling in. Pre-baking the crust prevents your quiche from becoming soggy.
- Feel free to add some veggies to the quiche like sliced mushrooms or bell peppers.
- If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute it for milk. However, the cream will make the quiche extra creamy and flavorful. Additionally, you will need to add a tablespoon of flour to the half & half or milk mixture to help your quiche set up nicely.
- It's important that the quiche rests for 10 minutes before you serve so that it has time to set. This allows the slices to hold their shape.
- To store: Once the quiche is completely cool, cover your pan with foil or plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for 3 days.
- To freeze: Individually wrap each slice of your quiche with plastic wrap and foil. Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
- To reheat: Reheat individual pieces of quiche on a microwave-safe plate in 30-second increments until it is warmed through.
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Originally published September 26, 2023
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