This Crustless Broccoli Quiche is an easy vegetarian breakfast, lunch, or dinner recipe idea. Made with broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese this quiche forms a crust of its own while baking.
I love to serve this Crustless Broccoli Quiche for brunch on the weekends, or during the week as the main course with a side salad and this Macerated Berries with Mascarpone Cream for dessert!
The origin of this quiche recipe
I first came across this crustless broccoli quiche recipe when working weekends doing volunteer work for abused women. I was one of the cooks on these weekends and this broccoli quiche was a recipe made every single by one of the other cooks I was working with.
We loved this recipe so much, that I started making it at home. Any quiche that I don't have to make a pie crust for makes me happy!
Another great thing about this Crustless Broccoli Quiche recipe is that it can be made ahead of time. It is just as delicious warmed up in the microwave as it was the moment it came out of the oven.
What you need to make a Crustless Broccoli Quiche
Broccoli Florets: The broccoli for this quiche needs to be cooked first if starting with fresh broccoli. If using frozen broccoli, just be sure it is thawed and drained before adding to the mixing bowl.
Flour: This is mixed into the quiche and is the ingredient that aids in forming the crust on this crustless broccoli quiche.
Baking Powder: Aids in the rising of the quiche. I only use aluminum free baking powder.
Cheddar Cheese: We love extra sharp cheddar cheese!
Milk: Any type of milk works here, dairy or non-dairy.
Eggs: I always use large eggs in my recipes unless otherwise indicated.
9" Glass Pie Dish: This is my favorite one.
A couple of tips to follow
- Be sure the cooked broccoli is cold and has been well-drained before adding it to the batter.
- Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together before adding to the wet ingredients. This will ensure it is evenly distributed into the broccoli quiche.
- Test the quiche for doneness by inserting a toothpick or sharp knife into the center of the quiche. If it comes out clean, the quiche is ready to remove from the oven.
Make this recipe your own way
This is a great base recipe for crustless quiche! Shake it up some and make it your own way by some of the suggestions below:
- Substitute 1 (10 ounce) package of frozen, thawed, spinach for the broccoli. Be sure all water is squeezed out of the spinach before adding to the quiche mixture.
- Use your favorite cheese. Good substitutions are Swiss, Colby, Monterey Jack, or Pepper Jack.
- Sprinkle the top of the quiche with crumbled cooked bacon before baking.
- Stir 1 cup of diced leftover ham into the batter before baking.
- Cook fresh mushrooms and the onion with 2 tablespoons of butter, then add to the quiche batter before baking.
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📖 Recipe
Crustless Broccoli Quiche
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Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1½ cups milk
- 2 large eggs , whisked
- ½ cup finely chopped onion
- 8 ounces sharp shredded cheese
- 2½ cups cooked chopped broccoli
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Set aside.
- In another large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk and onion.
- Using a wooden mixing spoon, add the egg mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until flour is combined.
- Stir in the cheese and broccoli.
- Pour the broccoli mixture into a 9″ pie plate sprayed with cooking spray.
- Bake the broccoli quiche for 45 minutes or until a knife comes out clean when inserted
Cornelia says
This was horrible. I followed the instructions and ingredients as advised. The quiche was very dense due to the
cup of flour. I served it to company and no one said it was good. I was very embarrassed. I don’t advise anyone to make this quiche.
Shelby Law Ruttan says
Hi Cornelia, unfortunately a crustless quiche needs stability, which is why there is flour in the recipe and if you were looking for something more eggy and soft, this would not have been the recipe. As for feeding this to guest, well, that is unfortunate, which is why I never would recommend serving something you have never made before to company. However, I have made this recipe for years. I got it from a friend and everyone who it has ever been made for has always raved about it. Good luck on your search for the perfect crustless quiche.
Ronald says
When do you add the milk?
Shelby Law Ruttan says
Hi Ronald, thanks for asking, I corrected the recipe card. Milk is whisked with the eggs and onion, then added to the dry mixture. Shelby
teresa says
hey shelby! i had a great time chatting with you. THIS is what i want to make soon, it looks amazing. i used to hate quiches, but it was because the ones i was eating were nasty grocery store ones, this looks delicious!
Creative One says
Welcome back Shelby! Look forward to hearing all about your cruise. The quiche looks delicious, I will have to give this recipe a try.
averagebetty says
Looks delicious HoneyB! Welcome back from your (much needed!) vacation 🙂
tigerfish says
I never attempted quiche on my own. You inspired me!
Amanda says
Gorgeous looking quiche! And only two eggs in that whole thing? Wow!
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Lynda says
This looks perfect for anytime! I love meals like this for dinner too!
Bunny says
I can't wait to hear about your cruise! The quiche looks wonderful!
natalia says
I bet Grumpy didn't complain !!!
Sippity Sup says
Quiche is a great homecoming! GREG
Cristine says
Looks great! Glad you had a good time on your cruise!
Karine says
I love your quiche. It seems a great way to start the day! 🙂
Leslie says
this is my favorite kind of quiche
Olga says
I typically prefer savory dishes for breakfast/brunch: this one looks great.
Your husband reminds me of my dad when it comes to food. My sister gave him some potato curry to try and he spit it out 😉
Gera @ SweetsFoods says
Ohh I love this quiche!!
Welcome back and hope you've had wonderful vacations 🙂
Cheers!
Gera