Description
The Dreamy Fluffy Crustless Quiche is a light and satisfying meal combining smoky turkey bacon, creamy plant-based cheese, and a natural gelling agent to create a fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, this easy-to-make quiche balances familiar flavors with nutritious ingredients and a versatile profile suited for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 150g smoked turkey bacon, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 100g plant-based cheese, shredded
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup plant-based milk (such as oat or almond milk)
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent (e.g., agar or pectin)
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- Salt (natural), to taste
- Black pepper (natural), to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Chop the smoked turkey bacon into bite-sized pieces and sauté in a non-stick pan until slightly crispy. Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic, then add them to the pan to soften and caramelize, enhancing their natural sweetness and aroma. Meanwhile, wash and roughly chop the spinach.
- Whisk the Custard Base: In a large mixing bowl, vigorously whisk the eggs along with the plant-based milk and a dash of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce. Add the natural gelling agent and whisk again until fully incorporated, creating a creamy and airy base.
- Combine Ingredients: Fold in the cooked smoked turkey bacon, sautéed onion and garlic, chopped spinach, and shredded plant-based cheese into the egg mixture. Season with natural salt and pepper to taste, ensuring balanced flavors throughout.
- Bake to Perfection: Pour the mixture into a lightly greased baking dish and place it in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F). Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the quiche is set in the center and the top turns lightly golden. Let it cool slightly for the best texture before slicing.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs for better mixing and a lighter texture.
- Do not overbake; check for doneness around 30 minutes to prevent dryness.
- Adding fresh spinach just before baking maintains vibrant color and nutrients.
- Allow the quiche to rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing for clean cuts.
- Experiment with different plant-based cheeses for complex flavor layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of quiche)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: crustless quiche, plant-based cheese, turkey bacon, gluten free, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, fluffy quiche, easy brunch, dairy-free quiche
