Save A festive and inviting platter featuring an assortment of mini quiches arranged as a charming holiday village, perfect for entertaining and sharing.
Ingredients
- For the Mini Quiche Pastry: 2 sheets ready-rolled shortcrust pastry (or homemade, about 500 g total)
- For the Quiche Fillings: 4 large eggs, 200 ml heavy cream, 100 ml whole milk, 1/2 tsp fine sea salt, 1/4 tsp ground black pepper, Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
- Filling Variations (choose two or three): 1/2 cup cooked diced bacon or smoked ham, 1/2 cup grated Gruyère or Swiss cheese, 1/2 cup sautéed spinach, 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered, 1/3 cup caramelized onions, 1/2 cup cooked mushrooms, finely chopped, 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- For Decorating the Board: Fresh rosemary sprigs (to mimic pine trees), Mini mozzarella balls, Pomegranate seeds, Crackers or breadsticks (for paths and fences), Assorted olives, Small radishes or baby vegetables
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease two 12-cup mini muffin tins.
- Step 2:
- Roll out the pastry if needed. Cut into 2.5-inch (6 cm) rounds. Gently press each round into the mini muffin tin to form shells.
- Step 3:
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Step 4:
- Assemble your desired filling combinations by dividing cheese, meats, and vegetables among pastry shells (do not overfill).
- Step 5:
- Pour egg mixture over the fillings, filling each shell about 3/4 full.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 18–22 minutes or until quiches are puffed and golden. Let cool 5 minutes carefully remove from tins.
- Step 7:
- Arrange mini quiches on a large board or platter in the shape of a village cluster them as houses and use rosemary sprigs as trees.
- Step 8:
- Decorate with mozzarella balls (as snow) pomegranate seeds crackers olives and vegetables to create a festive scene.
- Step 9:
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Save Recipe FAQs
- → What kind of pastry works best for mini quiches?
Ready-rolled shortcrust pastry provides a flaky base, but homemade or gluten-free shortcrust pastry can be used for variation and dietary needs.
- → Which fillings complement the mini quiches nicely?
A mix of Gruyère or Swiss cheese, sautéed spinach, caramelized onions, and diced bacon or mushrooms adds rich, balanced flavors.
- → How do I prevent the quiche shells from getting soggy?
Gently pressing the pastry into muffin tins and not overfilling with custard helps maintain crisp edges and a flaky crust.
- → Can the mini quiche platter be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, bake the mini quiches in advance, then assemble and decorate the village board shortly before serving to keep them fresh.
- → What are good decorative elements for the holiday village board?
Fresh rosemary sprigs mimic pine trees, while mozzarella balls, pomegranate seeds, olives, and crackers create paths and festive details.
- → Are there vegetarian filling options?
Yes, fillings like spinach, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and a variety of cheeses offer flavorful vegetarian choices.