Baked Ham, Egg, and Cheese Quiches

Savory ham and cheese quiches with a creamy, fluffy egg custard loaded with melty cheddar and savory ham are perfect for breakfast or brunch!

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This easy ham and cheese quiche recipe is a delightful way to use up leftover ham and create a savory dish perfect for any meal of the day. With simple ingredients and a store-bought pie crust, you can whip up a delicious quiche in no time.

Breakfast tends to be our most boring meal, with the same thing every day. Knowing we want to switch it up a little and try to cut out sugary breakfast foods, I decided to try something completely different and make quiche!

I have seen recipes for making eggs in a muffin pan, so I wanted to try out a recipe along those lines. I wanted something fairly quick and easy, but a meal that would be filling for us all for the day. And bonus: it’s easy for the kids to help make and eat. These are packed with protein, with both delicious ham and eggs, so they are a great way to start the day off right. 

If you are looking for a good school-morning meal, then this can be one for you if you get up and start these immediately. Then get everyone ready for school, and they should be about ready at that time. Or they can be made the night before and stored in the refrigerator, and heated up quickly in the morning.

My boys weren’t too sure about these at first and had a little hard time eating them. But once we cut them up a bit, they started to like them better. We served them with some orange juice and strawberries to have a more balanced breakfast than we do most mornings.

The quiches are similar to a ham and cheese omelet, but handheld. It uses very similar ingredients. The method is different, though.

Easy Quiche Variations

• Cheese Options: Feel free to experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack cheese, Swiss cheese, or a combination for a melty cheese experience.
• Add-Ins: Enhance the flavor by adding diced red peppers, fresh spinach, or fresh herbs to the egg filling.
• Serving Suggestions: This quiche makes a perfect dish for Easter brunch or a holiday breakfast. Pair it with side dishes like a fresh salad or fruit for a complete meal.

Tips for Easy Ham Quiche

• Use room temperature ingredients — eggs, milk, and cream mix more smoothly for a creamy texture.
• Don’t overload the filling — a little bit of ham and cheese goes a long way to keep the quiche from getting too dense.
• Whisk eggs thoroughly to achieve fluffy eggs and a smooth custard filling.
• Let the quiche rest for at least 10 minutes after baking; it sets better and slices cleaner.
• Add fresh herbs or green onions to brighten the taste and add freshness.

Garnish Ideas

Here are some tasty garnish ideas to elevate your ham and cheese quiche:

• Fresh chopped green onions or chives for a mild onion flavor
• A sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, or dill
• Thin slices of red peppers for a pop of color and sweetness
• A few leaves of fresh spinach for a vibrant green touch
• A light dusting of paprika or black pepper for a little kick
• Small dollops of sour cream or a drizzle of honey mustard on the side

Baked Ham, Egg, and Cheese Quiches Step by Step

Ingredients

• 6 slices deli ham
• 3 eggs
• 3/4 cup milk (or heavy cream)
• 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 2 tbsp green onion (chopped)
• 1/4 tsp thyme (dried)
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp pepper

Preparation

Start by preheating the oven temperature to 350°F and spray the muffin cups with a non-stick spray. Then line the muffin cups with your sliced ham. We always get the honey ham because we like the slightly sweet flavor to it. But any ham should work for these, depending on your family’s preference.

In a large bowl, whisk the eggs together. Then add in the milk, cheese (I used cheddar), green onion, thyme, salt, and pepper. You can add or remove any seasonings that you want from this, adjusting it to what your family likes with their eggs. If you were to make an omelet, what would you put in it? Add that to the eggs.

Use a spoon to add the egg mixture into the muffin cups on top of the ham. I like to use a spoon rather than just pouring because otherwise the cheese tends to fall to the bottom of the bowl and doesn’t get distributed to the quiches. You will want to fill the muffin cups about 3/4 of the way. If you fill them too much, they may overflow when baking.

Bake the quiche in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, depending on how done you like your eggs. I don’t like mine runny at all, and 25 minutes was a good amount of time for that. If you prefer a softer egg, then lessen the time just a few minutes.

The tops of the quiches may start to brown, and if it gets too brown for your liking, pull them out of the oven and very loosely cover with a piece of aluminum foil. Once they are done cooking, remove the quiches from the pan and cool on a wire rack.

Once they are cool enough to touch, they are cool enough to serve!

Baked Ham, Egg, and Cheese Quiche Leftovers

Refrigeration: Store any leftover quiche in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating: To reheat quiche, the best method is to use the oven to maintain a crispy crust. Preheat the oven to 350°F, cover the quiche (whole or sliced) loosely with foil, and bake for 10–15 minutes for slices or 25–30 minutes for a whole quiche, until heated through. For quicker reheating, you can microwave individual slices on medium power for 1–2 minutes, though the crust may soften. Always store leftovers in an airtight container and let them come to room temperature before reheating for best results.

Freezing: For longer storage, wrap the entire quiche or individual slices tightly and freeze. Reheat in the oven to maintain a crispy crust.

Recipe

Baked Ham, Egg, and Cheese Quiche

Savory ham and cheese quiches with a creamy, fluffy egg custard loaded with melty cheddar and savory ham are perfect for breakfast or brunch!

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Course:

Breakfast

Cuisine:

American

Keyword:

cheese

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eggs

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ham

Dietary Needs:

Gluten-Free

Meat:

Pork

Servings: 6 quiches

5 from 4 votes

Ingredients

• 6 slices deli ham
• 3 eggs
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 2 tbsp green onion (chopped)
• 1/4 tsp thyme (dried)
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Recommended Equipment

• Muffin/Cupcake Pan
• Mixing Bowls – Stainless Steel
• Whisk – Wire
• Kitchen Shears

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350F
• Spray muffin pan with nonstick spray and line with ham
• Whisk together remaining ingredients
• Spoon egg mixture into ham until about 3/4 full
• Bake for about 25 minutes or until they are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean
• Let cool about 10 minutes

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Nutrition Facts

Baked Ham, Egg, and Cheese Quiche

Amount Per Serving (1 each)

Calories 232 Calories from Fat 153

% Daily Value*

Fat 17g26%

Saturated Fat 8g40%

Cholesterol 131mg44%

Sodium 600mg25%

Potassium 178mg5%

Carbohydrates 2g1%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 16g32%

Vitamin A 470IU9%

Vitamin C 0.4mg0%

Calcium 252mg25%

Iron 0.8mg4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutrition content will vary based on brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.

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