Save to Pinterest A festive and delicious arrangement of bite-sized mini quiches, shaped into a Christmas tree—perfect as a holiday party centerpiece or appetizer.
I love making these mini quiches for Christmas because they bring everyone together and look great on the table.
Ingredients
- For the Pastry: 2 sheets store-bought puff pastry (thawed)
- For the Quiche Filling: 4 large eggs
- For the Quiche Filling: 3/4 cup (180 ml) whole milk
- For the Quiche Filling: 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
- For the Quiche Filling: 1/2 cup (60 g) grated Gruyère cheese
- For the Quiche Filling: 1/2 cup (60 g) grated cheddar cheese
- For the Quiche Filling: 1/2 cup (60 g) finely chopped spinach
- For the Quiche Filling: 1/4 cup (30 g) diced red bell pepper
- For the Quiche Filling: 1/4 cup (30 g) diced cooked bacon or vegetarian alternative (optional)
- For the Quiche Filling: 2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
- For the Quiche Filling: 1/2 teaspoon salt
- For the Quiche Filling: 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- For the Quiche Filling: 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- To Decorate: 1 tablespoon chopped chives or parsley
- To Decorate: Pomegranate seeds or diced red bell pepper (for ornaments)
Instructions
- Preheat:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease two 12-cup mini muffin pans.
- Prepare Pastry:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets if needed. Cut out 24 circles (about 2.5 inches/6 cm in diameter) and gently press each into the mini muffin cups.
- Mix Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Add Ingredients:
- Stir in Gruyère, cheddar, spinach, bell pepper, bacon (if using), and scallions.
- Fill Pastry:
- Spoon the filling evenly into each pastry-lined muffin cup, filling almost to the top.
- Bake:
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the quiches are puffed and golden, and the centers are set.
- Cool:
- Allow to cool slightly in the pan before removing.
- Arrange:
- Arrange the mini quiches in a tree shape on a large platter. Garnish with chives/parsley and scatter pomegranate seeds or extra diced red pepper as ornaments.
Save to Pinterest This recipe always brings warm smiles and festive cheer to our family gatherings.
Required Tools
Mini muffin pans (24 cups) Rolling pin Mixing bowls Whisk Knife and cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains Eggs milk (dairy) wheat (gluten) possible soy (in pastry) Check pastry ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per mini quiche Calories 85 Total Fat 6 g Carbohydrates 5 g Protein 3 g
Save to Pinterest This mini quiche Christmas tree is sure to impress and tastes as delightful as it looks.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of pastry works best for these mini quiches?
Store-bought puff pastry sheets provide a flaky, buttery base that complements the creamy filling well and ensures easy preparation.
- → Can I make these mini quiches vegetarian?
Yes, simply omit the bacon and add extra vegetables or use a vegetarian bacon substitute to maintain flavor and texture.
- → What cheeses are recommended for the filling?
A combination of grated Gruyère and cheddar offers a rich, sharp flavor, but Swiss, Emmental, or mozzarella can be used as alternatives.
- → How should the mini quiches be baked for best results?
Bake them in greased mini muffin pans at 375°F (190°C) for 18-20 minutes until puffed, golden, and set in the center.
- → How can I decorate the Christmas tree arrangement?
Garnish the assembled tree with chopped chives or parsley and scatter pomegranate seeds or diced red bell pepper to resemble ornaments.
- → Are these mini quiches served warm or cold?
They can be served warm or at room temperature, making them convenient for holiday party settings.