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Hash Brown Crust Bacon

Hash Brown Crust Bacon Delight: Your New Favorite Quiche

This Hash Brown Crust Bacon quiche combines crispy hash browns, smoky bacon, and sharp cheddar for a delicious breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 3 cups Frozen Hash Browns thawed and moisture squeezed out
  • 1 cup Shredded White Cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper a pinch can elevate the dish
For the Filling
  • 6 large Eggs fresh
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or whole milk
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter for sautéing
  • 6 slices Bacon cooked and crumbled
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chives fresh, can substitute green onions

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Squeeze the excess moisture from thawed hash browns, mix with cheddar, salt, and pepper, and press into a greased springform pan. Freeze for 1 hour.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F. Bake the crust for 15 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
  3. Melt butter in a skillet, sauté onions for 10-15 minutes until caramelized. Set aside to cool.
  4. Whisk together eggs and heavy cream in a bowl, stir in onions, cheddar, bacon, salt, and pepper until blended.
  5. Lower oven temperature to 375°F. Pour filling into the crust and bake for 25-30 minutes until set.
  6. Let the quiche cool for 10 minutes before slicing and garnishing with chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This quiche can be customized with your favorite veggies or cheeses. It's great for breakfast or brunch gatherings.

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