Swap out the spinach: To change the flavor of the quiche cups, use different veggies like mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes or even some finely chopped broccoli florets. Saute the veggies and cool them slightly before stirring them into the egg filling. Stick to the same recipe amounts so you don’t overfill the quiche cups.
Make them meatier: Add a few cooked and sliced breakfast sausages or a little diced ham to the egg filling for extra protein and meaty flavor in each bite. A little meat goes a long way flavor-wise, and adding too much can result in more filling than you need.
Change the cheese: Any cheese you would add to scrambled eggs or omelets works here. Swap shredded Parmesan, cheddar or pepper jack for the Asiago in the crusts. Experiment with crumbled feta or shredded mozzarella and Swiss in the filling.
Go meatless: Leave out the bacon for meat-free and vegetarian-friendly quiche cups.
How to Store Hash Brown Quiche Cups
After baking, let the mini quiches cool to room temperature. Transfer them to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for up to four days. If you stack the quiche cups in a container, separate layers with parchment paper to prevent them from sticking.
Can you freeze mini quiche cups?
Yes, mini quiche cups freeze beautifully and can be stored in the freezer for up to three months. After baking and cooling the quiche cups, arrange them on a baking sheet and freeze them until they’re firm. Transfer them to an airtight container or freezer bag. You can reheat a single quiche cup or the whole batch from frozen.
Can you make hash brown quiche cups ahead of time?
Yes, you can bake the mini quiche cups up to two days in advance. Let them cool completely, then transfer them to an airtight container and refrigerate them. For longer-term storage, follow the instructions for freezing.
How do you reheat hash brown quiche cups?
Reheat the hash brown quiche cups on a baking sheet in a preheated 350° oven for five to ten minutes until they’re warm through to their centers. You can also heat them in the microwave, although this option is best if you’re warming up just one or two quiche cups at a time. Start with 30 seconds for a single quiche cup and continue microwaving in 15-second intervals until it’s warmed through.
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Close shot of Hash Brown Quiche Cups, served on wooden tray
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What’s the difference between quiche cups and egg bites?
A crust is the main difference between mini quiche cups and egg bites. These hash brown quiche cups are baked in a potato crust (though other recipes may use a pastry crust). Egg bites don’t have a crust; they’re simply eggs and mix-ins baked in a muffin cup.
What size muffin pan should you use to make mini quiche cups?
Use a standard-size muffin pan for this hash brown quiche cup recipe.
Should you use muffin liners for quiche cups?
We don’t recommend using muffin liners for quiche cups for a few reasons. The liners can prevent the hash brown crust from getting crispy and golden in the oven. They can also stick to the quiche cups, making them hard to remove and more likely to be misshapen. Just grease your muffin pan generously with cooking spray or butter, and your quiche cups should pop right out.
What can you serve with hash brown quiche cups?
For a complete breakfast, we recommend serving these mini quiche cups with a fresh fruit salad, hot coffee, and toast, English muffins or bagels with your favorite jams and spreads. These quiche cups also make a delicious dinner! Pair them with a green salad, roasted vegetables and crusty bread for a savory meal.
