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Crispy Hash Brown Crust Quiche

Crispy Hash Brown Crust Quiche: Your Easy Brunch Breakthrough

Crispy Hash Brown Crust Quiche is an easy recipe that brings together comfort and elegance, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 4 cups Hash Browns Use frozen or fresh, well-drained for perfect texture.
For the Filling
  • 6 large Eggs The binding hero of the dish.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can be replaced with whole or plant-based milk.
  • 1 cup Gruyere Cheese Offers a rich flavor that melts beautifully.
  • 4 ounces Prosciutto Feel free to substitute with bacon or ham.
  • 2 cups Spinach Use fresh or well-drained frozen.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Optional but highly recommended.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Pie Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. If using frozen hash browns, thaw them and press out any excess moisture. Spread them evenly in a greased pie dish, forming a crust. Bake for 20 minutes or until crisp.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy cream. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Stir in the grated Gruyere cheese, chopped spinach, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced prosciutto into the egg mixture.
  5. Pour the egg and filling mixture over the crispy hash brown base. Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until set and golden brown.
  6. Cool for 5-10 minutes before cutting into wedges and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to thoroughly drain and press moisture from hash browns to prevent a soggy crust. Allow cooling helps the filling firm up for easier slicing.

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