Ingredients

Scale

(Serves 6–8)

Gluten-free crust (optional but recommended—you love GF!):

1½ cups almond flour
¼ tsp salt
3 tbsp cold butter or coconut oil

Cheese custard filling:

4 large eggs
1 cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk (you love creamy textures!)
½ cup whole milk or unsweetened almond milk
1½ cups shredded Gruyère, Swiss, or sharp cheddar (use reduced-sodium—you love low-sodium!)
¼ tsp nutmeg (classic quiche touch!)
Salt & black pepper to taste (use reduced-sodium—you love low-sodium!)

Optional add-ins:

½ cup sautéed spinach or mushrooms
2 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (you love savory depth!)
2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

1. Make crust (if using):

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, mix almond flour, salt, and cold butter until crumbly. Press into 9″ pie dish.
Bake 10 minutes until lightly golden. Cool slightly.
→ Skip crust for crustless quiche (lower carb!)

2. Prepare filling:

In a bowl, whisk eggs, cream, milk, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until smooth. Stir in 1 cup cheese and any optional add-ins.

3. Assemble & bake:

Sprinkle remaining ½ cup cheese into crust (or pie dish if crustless). Pour egg mixture over top.
Bake 35–40 minutes, until center is just set (no jiggle) and top is golden.

4. Rest & serve:

Cool 10 minutes before slicing.

💡 Pro Tips for Perfection:
✅ Use room-temp eggs & dairy—prevents curdling and ensures even bake.
✅ Don’t overbake—custard sets as it cools.
✅ Low-sodium mastery (you love this!):
→ Use reduced-sodium cheese + skip added salt
→ Boost flavor with extra black pepper, nutmeg, and herbs
✅ Blood sugar friendly (you love this!):
→ Naturally zero-glycemic—no added sugars!
→ Net carbs: 4g per slice (with crust)
✅ Low-carb/keto option (you love this!):
→ Skip crust entirely → <2g net carbs/slice
→ High-protein: 14g per slice
✅ Make ahead:
→ Keeps 4 days refrigerated or 3 months frozen
→ Reheat gently in oven or air fryer

Storage & Serving Ideas

→ Fridge life: 4 days | Freezer: 3 months
→ Serving ideas:
→ With mixed greens and vinaigrette
→ For Easter or holiday brunch
→ As a light dinner with roasted tomatoes

Prep Time & Nutrition (per slice, with crust):