Skip the pie crust and get straight to the good stuff. This crustless quiche recipe is simple to throw together and easy to customize with whatever fillings you love.

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Easy Crustless Quiche Recipe

I love a traditional easy ham and cheese quiche with homemade pie crust. But when I’m looking for something lighter, this easy crustless quiche recipe is a great option. It’s similar to a frittata but baked in the oven like a traditional quiche, just without the crust.

It’s simple to whip up and can be adapted to use different fillers. For a brunch crowd, I double the recipe and make one with spinach, ham and cheese and the other with classic quiche ingredients like broccoli and cheese.

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“This was so delicious! I loved that I didn’t need to mess with making a crust. Definitely will be making this again and again.”

Jennifer

Ingredients

Crustless quiche ingredients on a wooden board.

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

  • Eggs: This is the base and helps bind all the ingredients together while baking.
  • Milk: You can use milk, half-and-half or heavy cream. For a more custard-like filling, cream vs. milk is best.
  • Parsley: Gives an earthy and peppery flavor. Other fresh herbs to try include chives or basil.
  • Ham: I love to use leftover cubed baked ham, especially when I make this after Easter or Christmas.
  • Cheese: Shredded cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese blended together give it a rich taste.
  • Spinach: A slightly sweet taste is added to make this crustless quiche recipe more healthy.

Filling Variations

  • Filling swaps. Use sausage and other vegetables like mushrooms, broccoli, peppers and onions. Try bacon and Gruyere cheese like a quiche lorraine.
  • Spices. Add other seasonings like garlic powder or onion powder. If you like spice, sprinkle in a few red pepper flakes or add a dash of hot sauce.
  • Add crust. Turn this into a traditional quiche recipe by adding a pie crust. Use premade pie dough for an easy breakfast pie or make your own crust.

How to Make Crustless Quiche

Add the eggs, milk, and seasonings to a large bowl. Whisk the eggs until combined.

Eggs in a bowl with milk, seasonings and a whisk.

Stir in the cubed ham, shredded cheese, and spinach.

Spinach, ham and cheese in a bowl with eggs.

Pour the egg mixture into a greased 9-inch pie dish. Bake at 400°F until the top is golden about 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from oven and let sit for about 5 minutes.

Baked crustless quiche in a white baking dish.

Tips for the Best Crustless Quiche

  • Avoid adding too many wet ingredients. Keeping the ratio balanced is what gives you a clean, sliceable quiche instead of a soggy one.
  • To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, it’s ready. If there’s still egg on it, give it a few more minutes.

Serving Suggestions

This quiche is great warm out of the oven or at room temperature. I love serving it alongside skillet breakfast potatoes or hash browns and a simple berry fruit salad for brunch.

Crustless quiche in a white baking dish.

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A slice of crustless quiche recipe with ham, spinach and cheese on a white plate.

Crustless Quiche Recipe

5 from 10 votes
Recipe by: Jamielyn Nye
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Skip the crust and make this easy crustless quiche recipe with eggs, spinach, ham and cheese. Ready in 45 minutes and easy to customize with your favorite fillings.
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Ingredients 

  • 4 large eggs
  • 4 egg whites (can use 1/2 cup liquid or 2 whole eggs instead)
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¾ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon dried parsley flakes
  • 1 cup ham (cubed, use a ham steak or leftover ham)
  • 1/2-1 cup sharp or mild cheddar cheese (finely shredded)
  • 2-3 Tablespoons mozzarella or parmesan cheese (finely shredded)
  • 1/2-1 cup spinach (chopped)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spray a 9" pie dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper and parsley flakes. Stir in the ham, cheese and spinach. Then pour into the pie dish.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick comes clean. Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Enjoy while warm!

Last step: Please leave a comment and rating after you make the recipe.

Notes

Feel free to add in extra veggies like mushrooms or peppers.
Storing: Cool completely, then wrap the pan tightly with foil or plastic wrap. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Freezing: Freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheating: If frozen, thaw overnight in the fridge. Cover with foil and bake at 300°F until warmed through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g, Calories: 142kcal, Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 12g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 161mg, Sodium: 554mg, Potassium: 141mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 503IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 111mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.