Croissant Quiche
A delightful blend of savory and buttery flavors, featuring a creamy, cheesy egg filling baked inside a 'crust' made of fluffy croissants. Perfect for brunch, breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Ingredients
- 6 large croissants
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheese cheddar and Gruyere
- 1 cup cooked chicken/turkey sausage crumbled or diced
- 1 cup chopped spinach fresh or frozen (thawed and squeezed dry)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of nutmeg or a dash of garlic powder optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish.
- Tear croissants into bite-sized pieces and arrange in the pie dish.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and optional spices in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle cooked sausage and chopped spinach over the croissants.
- Pour egg mixture over croissants and fillings, ensuring even distribution.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until golden brown and set. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Let cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.