This Crustless Ham and Cheese Quiche is quick, creamy, and delightfully satisfying. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. With just four ingredients, it skips the crust and keeps all the flavor and richness of classic quiche, thanks to creamy eggs, savory ham, melted cheese, and a hint of green onion. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or prepping ahead for the week, it’s one of those recipes that delivers big without the fuss.
Olivia’s Personal Note
I’m so excited to share this Crustless Ham and Cheese Quiche with you! It’s comforting, versatile, and made with simple ingredients. It’s exactly the kind of recipe we all need, especially on busy mornings.
We all love a classic quiche recipe, but even without the crust, this version is every bit as delicious. Skipping the crust saves so much time and also helps the quiche keep longer in the fridge. It’s become one of my go-to breakfasts, just like my Sausage and Potato Breakfast Casserole and my Make-Ahead Vegetarian Breakfast Casserole.
This recipe also has that same cozy vibe as my Spinach Mushroom Frittata and Vegetable Frittata, but with one little difference: a quiche has a creamier, custard-like texture because it uses more milk or cream, while a frittata is firmer and more egg-forward since it has little to no dairy. Both are delicious, just slightly different personalities. Enjoy!
Key Ingredients Needed
Heavy Cream: I love using heavy cream because it gives the quiche that silky, custard-like texture that makes every bite rich and smooth. I’ve tested this recipe with half-and-half and regular milk too and both work, but the texture becomes more frittata-like rather than custardy. If you want the classic quiche creaminess, heavy cream is the way to go.
Eggs: You can use any eggs you have (store-bought, farm-fresh, organic). I’ve made this recipe with all of them. The eggs set the structure of the quiche and help hold all the fillings together while keeping the center soft and tender.
Ham: This recipe is perfect for using leftover ham steak. I’ve also tested it with deli ham, pre-diced ham, and even honey-baked ham and all work really well. Diced ham gives the best distribution throughout the quiche, while sliced deli ham adds extra flavor pockets. You can also add some bacon if you like. I usually make my air fryer bacon, chop it, and sprinkle it on top of the quiche before baking.
Cheese: I’ve made this quiche with mozzarella, Swiss, cheddar cheese, and Gruyère. They all melt beautifully. Mozzarella gives the mildest, creamiest finish; Swiss adds a classic quiche flavor; cheddar brings sharpness; and Gruyère gives it that rich, French-inspired depth. Choose your favorite or mix a couple for the best flavor.
Instructions to make Crustless Quiche
Mix the eggs:
- First, preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9’’ pie dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and cream together and season with salt and pepper.
- Then, add most of the ham, shredded cheese, and onion to the bottom of the pie pan or baking dish.
Fill the pie dish:
- Pour the egg custard into the pie plate.
- Then, top it with the rest of the ham, cheese, and onion.
Bake the quiche:
- Bake for 30 – 40 minutes or until the quiche has a golden brown top.
- Take it out of the oven and let it rest for at least 5 minutes.
Slice and serve:
- Once it’s set, cut the crustless ham and cheese quiche into slices.
- Serve it with a simple arugula salad or this delicious kale breakfast salad!
Olivia’s Recipe Tips
Remember, the eggs will continue cooking after you remove the quiche from the oven. Be careful not to overcook it.
I recommend placing the pie dish on a baking sheet. This makes it easier to move in and out of the oven, and will catch any accidental spills!
The ham is already quite salty, so I use a light touch when seasoning.
Letting the crustless quiche recipe rest before slicing it is important. This will help it set up and develop a custardy texture.
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Crustless Ham and Cheese Quiche
Ingredients
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz ham diced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9″ pie dish with butter or cooking spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, salt, and pepper.
- Scatter most of the ham, cheese, and green onion in the prepared pie dish. Pour the egg mixture over it. Top with the remaining ham, cheese, and green onion.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden. Avoid overcooking to maintain a custardy texture.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes; it will deflate slightly.
- Cut into slices and serve with a simple green arugula salad.
Notes
- Whisk the eggs and cream until fully incorporated to give the quiche a fluffy texture.
- Be sure to grease the pie dish very well to prevent the quiche from sticking.
- If you don’t have a pie dish, a large cast iron skillet will work just as well!
- To Store: Cover the pie dish securely with plastic wrap, or place the leftovers in an airtight container. Then, store the quiche in the fridge for up to 3 days. Another tip – use the leftovers to make these breakfast meal prep bowls! To Freeze: I like to freeze quiche in individual servings. Wrap each slice in plastic wrap and store them in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. To Reheat: The easiest way to reheat quiche is to pop it in the microwave. Heat it for 1 -2 minutes if it’s frozen, or 30 seconds if it was in the fridge.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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