Tillie Doyle
Air fryer quiche is a quick and easy dish to make, and a great way to avoid heating up your kitchen. You can make a quiche in an air fryer in half the time it would take in an oven. The basic ingredients are eggs, cream, bacon, and cheese, but you can add any fillings you like, such as vegetables or other meats. The key to a good air fryer quiche is to not overcook it—you want the centre to be a little custardy. You can also make mini quiches in an air fryer, which are great for a lighter meal.
Characteristics and Values Table for Air Fryer Quiche
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 325F (160-162C) or 350F (175C) or 360F |
| Time | 10-35 minutes |
| Add-ins | Broccoli, spinach, thyme, cheese, bacon, ham, tomatoes, basil, cream, eggs, milk, mustard, pepper, salt |
| Dish | 4-5" or 9" or 10" |
| Type | Vegetarian, Quiche Lorraine, Mini Quiche |
| Crust | Shortcrust pastry, refrigerated pie crust, thawed pie crust |
| Preheat | 3-5 minutes |
| Reheat | 4-5 minutes |
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What You'll Learn
Choosing your ingredients
When it comes to choosing your ingredients for an air fryer quiche, the possibilities are endless. You can go for a classic Quiche Lorraine, which typically includes bacon, cheese, and eggs, or you can get creative and experiment with different combinations of vegetables, meats, and cheeses.
For the crust, you can use a refrigerated pie crust, ready-made shortcrust pastry, or make your own pastry from scratch. If you want to add a cheesy twist, you can include cheddar in the pastry, as suggested by Farmersgirl Kitchen.
When it comes to the filling, you can choose from a variety of options. Broccoli is a popular choice, as it cooks perfectly in the air fryer, retaining its bright green colour and tender texture. You can also add thyme, asparagus, spinach, mushrooms, peppers, onions, scallions, leeks, or caramelized onions for extra flavour.
If you're a meat lover, you can include cooked and crumbled bacon, turkey bacon, crumbled sausage, diced chicken, diced ham, or torn prosciutto. For a vegetarian option, simply omit the meat and load up on your favourite veggies.
As for the cheese, the options are endless. Cheddar, Swiss, mozzarella, Gruyere, Monterey Jack, and feta are all excellent choices that can be grated or shredded and mixed into the filling or sprinkled on top.
Don't forget to include the eggs, which are the star ingredient in any quiche! You'll typically need 2-5 eggs, depending on the size of your quiche, and you can add milk, double cream, or half-and-half to create a custardy filling.
Lastly, season your quiche with salt and pepper to taste, but be mindful of the sodium content in other ingredients like bacon. You can also add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard for an extra kick.
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Preparing the crust
If you're short on time, you can use a ready-made shortcrust pastry or a 'ready-to-fill' savoury baked pastry case. If you're using a ready-made option, you may want to consider pre-baking or par-baking the crust before adding the filling to ensure it doesn't turn out soggy. To par-bake the crust, place it in the air fryer for 5 minutes at 350°F (175-177°C).
If you're making a standard shortcrust pastry from scratch, roll out the dough and use it to line a pie plate or cake pan that fits in your air fryer. You can use a 4" or 9" aluminium foil pan, or an oven-safe ceramic dish or cake pan. Press the dough lightly to fit the plate, filling in any gaps or cracks with your fingers. Then, place it in the air fryer and cook for 5 minutes at 350°F (175-177°C).
If you're making a cheese pastry, you can add the cheese to the dough before lining the pie plate. Press the dough into the plate and fill in any gaps or cracks, then place it in the air fryer. Cover the crust edges with foil to prevent them from browning too much, and cook for 5 minutes at 350°F (175-177°C).
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Making the filling
The fillings for an air fryer quiche can vary according to your imagination. You can make a vegetarian quiche or a meat lover's version with bacon or other diced meat. You can also use leftover ham or salmon. For a vegetarian quiche, you could use spinach, zucchini, roasted peppers, mushrooms, scallions, leeks, cooked and chopped asparagus, or caramelized onions.
If you are making a meat quiche, you will need to cook the meat first. For example, cook 150g of bacon lardons or pancetta pieces in your air fryer at 180C/375F for 6 minutes. You can cook the bacon on a piece of foil or in an ovenproof dish to save on washing up.
For the egg mixture, whisk together 2 eggs, 3 tablespoons of milk, and 120ml (1/2 cup) of double cream in a jug. You can also add 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard and 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper. If you are making a larger quiche, you will need 5 eggs and 1 cup (250ml) of half-and-half or cream.
If you are making a cheese quiche, you can use cheddar, Gruyere, Swiss, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or feta. You can also use multiple cheeses for more flavor. For a quiche Lorraine, you can use cheddar in the pastry and Gruyere in the filling.
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Cooking the quiche
First, preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes.
If you are making a quiche with a crust, roll out the thawed pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate and press the edges firmly into the bottom and sides of the plate. Use your fingers to fill in any gaps or cracks. Place the crust in the air fryer and cook for 5 minutes at 350°F.
While the crust is cooking, prepare your filling. For a classic Quiche Lorraine, cook 150g of bacon lardons or pancetta pieces in your air fryer at 180°C/375°F for 6 minutes. In a jug, beat 2 eggs, 3 tablespoons of milk, and 120ml of double cream. Add 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard and 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper.
Once the crust is golden, remove it from the air fryer and spoon the bacon pieces evenly across the base. Sprinkle over 150g of grated cheese. Place the tart tin into the air fryer and pour the egg mixture over the bacon and cheese.
Bake at 160°C/300°F for 30–35 minutes. Check the quiche after 20 minutes and cover with foil if it is starting to brown. The quiche is ready when the centre is set and no longer wobbly. If you want a golden crust, place a piece of foil on top of the pastry to avoid burning the edges.
Let the quiche cool in the tin for 10 minutes before removing it and serving. The quiche can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, paired with potatoes and vegetables or a salad.
If you are making a crustless quiche, simply grease your air fryer-safe dish and pour in the egg mixture. You can also make mini quiches by filling partially baked shells with the egg mixture and placing them in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 6–7 minutes or until the filling starts to puff up and the crusts are browned.
For vegetarian quiches, you can add roasted peppers, onions, spinach, mushrooms, or sautéed caramelised onions.
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Storing and reheating
To reheat the quiche, you can use an air fryer, a conventional oven, a toaster oven, or a microwave. If you are in a hurry, using a microwave is the quickest option. Simply place the quiche on a microwave-safe plate and heat for 1 minute at full power. If your quiche was stored in the refrigerator, you may need to add additional 30-second intervals of cooking time.
Reheating quiche in an air fryer is also a great option. Place your quiche into the air fryer basket, set the temperature to 320 degrees F, and the timer for 4-7 minutes. Remove the quiche from the air fryer when it is warmed through. For added flavor, you can brush the quiche with melted butter or sprinkle some cheddar cheese on top.
If you are reheating several slices at once, increase the cooking time accordingly. The toaster oven is another convenient option for reheating quiche. Preheat the oven to 350°F and place the quiche inside. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until it’s heated through. To get a crispy crust, remove the foil for the last few minutes of baking.
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Frequently asked questions
The best temperature to cook quiche in an air fryer is 325F (160-170C) for 10 minutes. However, this may vary depending on the model of your air fryer.
The ingredients you need to make quiche in an air fryer are eggs, cream, cheese, and broccoli. You can also add meat such as bacon.
First, grease a ceramic quiche dish. Then, distribute broccoli florets on the bottom. Next, pour in the whisked egg and cream mixture. Finally, top with grated cheddar cheese.
Depending on the size of your quiche, the cooking time will vary. For a 4-inch quiche, cook for 10 minutes. For a 10-inch quiche, cook for 30 minutes.
