Pin Recipe A festive and inviting platter featuring an assortment of mini quiches arranged as a charming holiday village perfect for entertaining and sharing.
This recipe brought warmth and joy the last holiday season when shared with family around the table.
Ingredients
- Mini Quiche Pastry: 2 sheets ready-rolled shortcrust pastry (or homemade, about 500 g total)
- Quiche Fillings: 4 large eggs, 200 ml heavy cream, 100 ml whole milk, 1/2 tsp fine sea salt, 1/4 tsp ground black pepper, pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
- Filling Variations (choose two or three): 1/2 cup cooked diced bacon or smoked ham, 1/2 cup grated Gruyère or Swiss cheese, 1/2 cup sautéed spinach, 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered, 1/3 cup caramelized onions, 1/2 cup cooked mushrooms, finely chopped, 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- For Decorating the Board: Fresh rosemary sprigs (to mimic pine trees), mini mozzarella balls, pomegranate seeds, crackers or breadsticks (for paths and fences), assorted olives, small radishes or baby vegetables
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease two 12-cup mini muffin tins.
- Step 2:
- Roll out the pastry if needed. Cut into 2.5-inch (6 cm) rounds. Gently press each round into the mini muffin tin to form shells.
- Step 3:
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Step 4:
- Assemble your desired filling combinations by dividing cheese, meats, and vegetables among pastry shells (do not overfill).
- Step 5:
- Pour egg mixture over the fillings, filling each shell about 3/4 full.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 18 22 minutes or until quiches are puffed and golden. Let cool 5 minutes carefully remove from tins.
- Step 7:
- Arrange mini quiches on a large board or platter in the shape of a village cluster them as houses and use rosemary sprigs as trees.
- Step 8:
- Decorate with mozzarella balls (as snow), pomegranate seeds, crackers, olives, and vegetables to create a festive scene.
- Step 9:
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Pin Recipe Preparing this recipe always brings the family together, sparking delightful conversations and smiles.
Notes
Add smoked salmon or cooked sausage for non-vegetarian options. Pair with a crisp white wine or sparkling cider for a festive touch.
Required Tools
Mini muffin tins, rolling pin and pastry cutter, mixing bowls, whisk, baking sheet or large wooden board for serving
Allergen Information
Contains: Eggs, Milk (dairy), Wheat (gluten in pastry). May contain: Tree nuts (if using pesto or specialty cheeses). Check all ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Pin Recipe This festive mini quiche holiday village is sure to be the star of your holiday gatherings.
Recipe FAQs
- → What types of fillings work best?
Common fillings include cheese varieties like Gruyère or feta, sautéed spinach, caramelized onions, cooked bacon or ham, and mushrooms for rich and balanced flavors.
- → How do I shape the mini quiches uniformly?
Use a mini muffin tin to press pastry rounds into cups before filling to ensure consistent size and shape for all quiches.
- → Can these be made ahead of time?
Yes, they can be baked in advance and served at room temperature. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- → What is the best way to decorate the platter?
Arrange quiches as small houses on a board, adding rosemary sprigs as trees, mozzarella balls as snow, and use olives, pomegranate seeds, and crackers for paths and fences.
- → Are there vegetarian options included?
Absolutely, fillings like spinach, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, and feta cheese provide delicious vegetarian-friendly choices.