Crustless Quiche in the Air Fryer
A crustless quiche is a lighter version of quiche without the pastry crust. It’s quick to make in an air fryer and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.
Ingredients
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4 large eggs
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½ cup milk or cream
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½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss)
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½ cup chopped vegetables (spinach, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms)
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¼ cup cooked meat (optional: chicken, turkey, or beef)
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp garlic powder or herbs (optional)
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Butter or oil for greasing the dish
Instructions
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Preheat air fryer
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Set to 160–170 °C (320–340 °F).
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Prepare the mixture
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In a bowl whisk eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and spices.
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Stir in cheese, vegetables, and optional meat.
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Prepare baking dish
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Grease a small air-fryer-safe pan or ramekin.
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Pour and cook
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Pour the mixture into the dish.
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Air fry 12–15 minutes until the center is set.
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Cool slightly
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Let it rest 3–5 minutes before slicing.
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Serving Ideas
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With fresh salad
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With toast or flatbread
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With avocado or yogurt sauce
Tips
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If the top browns too fast, cover loosely with foil.
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Add feta and spinach for a Mediterranean flavor.
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Add mushroom and cheese for a vegetarian option.
Quick Nutrition Benefit
Since it’s a crustless quiche, it’s lower in carbs and higher in protein than traditional quiche.
If you’d like, I can also share:
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5 tasty crustless quiche flavor combinations
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A 10-minute air fryer mini quiche recipe using muffin cups.