Indulge in the delectable fusion of salty bacon, creamy cheese, and spicy jalapenos with this Bacon Jalapeno Popper Quiche, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time45 minutesmins
Total Time1 hourhr
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 6servings
Equipment
Skillet
Mixing Bowl
Oven
Ingredients
Ingredients
3stripsBaconCooked and crumbled
19-inchFrozen Pie Crust
4ouncesCream CheeseAt room temperature
2JalapenosSeeds removed and diced
1JalapenoSliced into coins for garnish
½cupWhipping Cream
½cupHalf-and-Half
5Large Eggs
1teaspoonPaprika
½teaspoonSalt
½cupCheddar CheeseShredded
Sour CreamFor topping (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon strips until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool, then crumble.
Step 2: In the same skillet, sauté the diced jalapenos over medium heat until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, whipping cream, half-and-half, eggs, paprika, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
Step 4: Gently fold in the crumbled bacon, sautéed jalapenos, and shredded cheddar cheese into the egg mixture.
Step 5: Pour the filling into the frozen pie crust and arrange the sliced jalapeno coins on top.
Step 6: Bake for 35-45 minutes until the edges are golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 7: Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature, topped with sour cream if desired.
Notes
For a spicier kick, leave some seeds in the jalapenos or add hot sauce. Substitute bacon with turkey bacon for a lighter option. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.