Mini Crustless Quiche (Low Carb) (2024)

If your morning could use a boost, give this mini crustless quiche recipe a try! They’re low-carb, oh-so-delicious, and perfect for meal-prepping.

I’m a big breakfast believer. If you ask me, starting your morning with something healthy and nourishing sets you up to make good food choices throughout the day.

But, if I’m being honest, I don’t always have the time or energy to whip up a nutritious breakfast from scratch. That’s when I love grabbing a mini crustless quiche to fuel my morning!

These little bites are so perfect for meal-prepping. They’re made with chicken and apple sausage, cottage cheese, and cheddar cheese for a delicious boost of protein that will give you energy for hours.

Best of all, they only take about 45 minutes to make! You can whip up a batch on Sunday night so you have breakfast ready to go throughout the week.

How to make mini crustless quiche

This delicious and nutritious recipe comes together in just a few simple steps.

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Coat 10 mini-muffin cups with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2: Heat the oil in a large cast-iron or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the onions and sauté for 4 minutes.

Step 3: Add the sausage and minced garlic, then sauté for another 3 to 4 minutes until the onions are golden and the sausage is nicely browned.

Step 4: In a medium bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Mix in the cottage cheese, grated cheddar cheese, pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, and salt.

Step 5: Add the onions and sausage, then stir to combine.

Step 6: Evenly divide the mixture between the mini muffin cups, filling almost to the top.

Step 7: Bake for 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8: Remove from the oven. Allow the entire pan to cool on a cooling rack before removing the quiches.

Now you have breakfast ready to enjoy for the week!

Variations for this recipe

Do you like a little variety in your routine? Feel free to have some fun with the add-ins for these quiches!

I used a chicken and apple sausage, but you could use any other kind of chicken sausage, turkey sausage, or even pork sausage. You can also swap out the sausage for another protein like bacon or ham! Just make sure they’re fully cooked first.

You can easily switch out the cheddar cheese for a different flavor. It’s hard to go wrong with mozzarella or a shredded Mexican blend.

Want to include some veggies? Chopped poblano or bell peppers will add some nice crunch, or you could throw in broccoli for a boost of nutrition.

These breakfast quiches are super versatile. Go ahead and get creative until you find your perfect combination!

Storage

You can store your mini quiches in an airtight container in the refrigerator. I would recommend eating within 4 days. For longer storage, you can also freeze them.

When you’re ready to enjoy, simply pop the quiches in the oven or the microwave. Or, if you don’t feel like reheating them, they’re pretty delicious straight out of the refrigerator!

Other make-ahead breakfast recipes

Looking for a few more ways to simplify your morning? Breakfast might be my favorite meal to prep ahead of time! Here are a few more recipes I think you’ll enjoy:

• Easy Keto Egg Bake
• Healthy Carrot Cake Muffins
• Healthy Egg Muffins with Turkey Bacon

For even more delicious breakfast inspiration, check out my round-up of 10 Low-Carb Breakfast Ideas for Diabetics!

When you’ve tried this dish, please don’t forget to let me know how you liked it and rate the recipe in the comments below!

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