Tortilla Quiche Bake
Looking for a quick, hearty, and crowd-pleasing dish? This Tortilla Quiche Bake combines the crispy layers of tortillas with a creamy, cheesy quiche filling—all ready in just 35 minutes! It’s versatile, easy to customize for any diet, and perfect for brunch, lunch, or a cozy dinner. Plus, it’s beginner-friendly, requiring minimal prep and simple ingredients. Feel free to experiment with your favorite veggies, cheeses, or proteins!
Ingredients
- 6 large flour tortillas (10-inch) / 6 large flour tortillas (approx. 250g) Note: You can substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas.
- 6 large eggs / 6 large eggs (300g) Tip: Use pasture-raised eggs for richer flavor.
- 1 cup whole milk / 240ml whole milk For a dairy-free version, use unsweetened almond or oat milk.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese / 120g cheddar cheese Try a blend of mozzarella or pepper jack for extra flavor!
- ½ cup diced bell peppers / 75g diced bell peppers
- ½ cup chopped spinach / 30g chopped spinach
- ½ cup chopped onion / 40g chopped onion
- 1 tsp garlic powder / 3g garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt / 3g salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper / 1g black pepper
- ¼ cup cooked bacon bits or diced ham / 40g
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish or quiche pan.
- Layer tortillas: Line the pie dish with tortillas, overlapping them to cover the bottom and sides. Trim if necessary.
- Prepare the filling:In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until fully combined.Stir in chopped onions, bell peppers, spinach, and half of the shredded cheese.
- Assemble: Pour the egg mixture into the tortilla base. Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the top. Add optional cooked bacon bits or ham if desired.
- Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes or until the center is set and the top is golden.
- Cool & Serve: Allow to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm with your favorite side salad or salsa!
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Substitutions: Swap veggies based on seasonality—mushrooms, zucchini, or tomatoes work well.
- Meal Prep Tip: This recipe freezes beautifully. Simply cool, slice, and freeze individual portions.
