Little Caramelised Quiches Recipe

These little caramelised quiches are the ultimate bite-sized party food. Filled with crispy bacon, golden onion, cheddar cheese, and creamy egg filling, they’re finished with a sweet honey mustard glaze for extra flavour.

Perfect for entertaining, brunches, lunchboxes, or festive gatherings, these mini quiches are easy to make and always a crowd favourite.

Why You’ll Love These Mini Quiches

• Perfect party appetiser
• Crispy pastry with creamy filling
• Sweet and savoury flavour combination
• Easy to prepare ahead
• Great for entertaining or snacks

What Makes These Quiches Special?

The honey mustard glaze adds a delicious caramelised finish that balances perfectly with the savoury bacon and cheese filling.

Using mini muffin pans also creates perfectly portioned bite-sized quiches that are ideal for sharing.

Ingredients (Makes 36 Mini Quiches)

Quiche Filling

• Olive oil
• Bacon rashers
• Brown onion
• Grated cheddar cheese

Pastry

• Frozen shortcrust pastry sheets

Egg Mixture

• Eggs
• Sour cream
• Milk

Honey Mustard Glaze

• Honey
• Dijon mustard
• Fresh chives

How to Make Little Caramelised Quiches

Step 1: Prepare the Muffin Pan

Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan-forced).

Lightly grease mini muffin pans.

Step 2: Cook the Bacon & Onion

Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.

Cook bacon and onion for about 8 minutes until golden.

Transfer to a bowl and cool slightly.

Stir in grated cheese.

Step 3: Prepare the Pastry

Use a round cutter to cut pastry discs.

Press pastry gently into muffin pan holes.

Divide bacon mixture among pastry cases.

Step 4: Add the Egg Filling

Whisk eggs, sour cream, and milk together.

Season lightly.

Pour mixture into pastry cases.

Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and set.

Step 5: Add the Glaze

Mix honey and Dijon mustard together.

Brush lightly over warm quiches.

Bake for another 5 minutes until caramelised.

Sprinkle with fresh chives before serving.

Tips for Best Results

• Let the bacon mixture cool before adding eggs
• Don’t overfill pastry cases
• Use quality cheddar for richer flavour
• Serve warm for best texture
• Grease muffin pans well to prevent sticking

Serving Suggestions

These mini quiches are perfect for:

• Party platters
• Brunch spreads
• Afternoon snacks
• Lunchboxes
• Holiday entertaining

Final Thoughts

These little caramelised quiches are rich, creamy, crispy, and packed with flavour in every bite. The sweet honey mustard glaze makes them extra special and perfect for entertaining.

Whether you’re serving guests or preparing make-ahead snacks, these mini quiches are guaranteed to disappear quickly.