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Air Fryer Crustless Quiche

Dated: August 14, 2023 . Modified: Aug 14, 2023 by Kate Hahnel

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Dive into a delightful breakfast or brunch with this air fryer crustless spinach quiche. Packed with vibrant spinach, cherry tomatoes and creamy feta, this dish is a flavorful and fuss-free meal that you will love.

Air fryer quiche no crust.

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reasons to love this recipe

  • easy to make: no crust, no fuss. This recipe simplifies the traditional quiche, making it perfect for both novice and experienced cooks.
  • family-friendly recipe: a versatile dish that's kid-approved and caters to adults' taste buds too!
  • healthy : filled with nutrient-rich spinach and protein-packed eggs, this is a wholesome meal. This recipe is also low-carb and keto-friendly.
  • perfect for any occasion: whether for a luxurious brunch, a light dinner, lunch, or a special celebration, this quiche fits the bill.
Air fryer crustless quiche

ingredients

  • butter or margarine for greasing the baking dish.
  • olive oil - or your preferred choice of cooking oil.
  • a small onion – finely diced or finely sliced.
  • cloves of garlic – minced.
  • fresh spinach leaves – trimmed and properly washed.
  • eggs.
  • creme fraiche, milk or heavy cream.
  • seasonings - salt, a pinch of nutmeg, and some black pepper to taste.
  • crumbled Feta cheese.
  • halved cherry tomatoes - you can also use regular, tomatoes. Just make sure to deseed them to prevent your quiche from turning out soggy.
  • sharp cheddar cheese.
Air fryer crustless quiche ingredients.

This is a summary of the ingredients you will need to make this air fryer quiche recipe and possible options for substitution. For measurements and the full step-by-step instructions, see the recipe card provided at the bottom of this page.

how to make air fryer crustless quiche

Greasing an oven-safe dish in preparation for making air fryer quiche.
Cooked spinach in a pot for making air fryer quiche.
  1. Grease the dish: use butter to grease an oven-safe dish.
  1. Sauté vegetables: in a pan, sauté onion and garlic until translucent, then add spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from the heat.
Combined egg, creme fraiche (milk, or heavy cream), seasoning, feta cheese, and spinach in a bowl, for making air fryer quiche.
Air fryer quiche batter (custard) inside a baking dish.
  1. Prepare the egg mixture and combine the ingredients: whisk eggs, creme fraiche (or milk, or heavy cream), salt, nutmeg, and pepper in a bowl. Drain spinach of excess liquid, then fold into egg mixture along with the crumbled Feta cheese.
  1. Assemble in an ovenproof dish and preheat the air fryer: pour into the greased dish, topping with cherry tomatoes and shredded cheddar cheese. Preheat to 350°F (or 180°C) for 5 minutes.
Air fryer crustless quiche with spinach, feta, and tomatoes.
  1. Air fry then serve : seal the dish with aluminum foil, piercing a hole for steam to escape. Air fry until set and golden brown on top, checking from time to time to prevent over-browning. Allow quiche to rest for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Related recipes: Love air frying? Then try our air fryer frozen potato wedges, air fryer toast, or Amanda's air fryer boneless skinless chicken thighs, next! Don't own an air fryer yet? Then make this spinach and feta crustless quiche.

serving suggestions

Here are my favorite ways of serving quiche, which you can also try:-

  • Fresh green salad: a light and crisp green salad with vinaigrette can balance the richness of the quiche.
  • Roasted vegetables: like our air fry roasted potatoes, sauteed potatoes, or some grilled asparagus.
  • Bread basket: offer a selection of artisan bread, homemade croissants, air fryer frozen garlic bread, or dinner rolls.
  • Creamy soups: A bowl of a mild creamy soup like tomato bisque, our Instant Pot chunky potato and leek soup, or creamy carrot soup with coconut milk pairs up well with quiche.
  • Cold meats and cheese platter: For a brunch setting, consider adding some slices of ham, turkey, or a cheese selection.

drink suggestions

Serve with some mimosas or a chilled glass of pink gin spritz. It also pairs up well with white wine.

refrigeration and freezing

Refrigeration:

Keep your leftover quiche in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freezing:

To freeze your quiche, allow it to cool then slice it. While you may choose to freeze the quiche whole or slice it into individual portions, slicing it beforehand allows for easier reheating of single servings.

Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, place in a freezer-safe container or bag, label with the date, and freeze for up to 3 months.

Craving more air fryer recipes? Then try our ninja air fryer baked potato, air fryer meatballs, and air fryer frozen sweet potato fries next!

variations

Don't just stop with the spinach and feta! Feel free to experiment and try out some of our favorite variations to this recipe!

  • ham and cheese: use Swiss or cheddar cheese and ham for a classic twist.
  • mushroom and cheese: combine sautéed mushrooms and grated cheese for a protein-packed version.
  • tomato and Basil: use fresh tomatoes and basil for some Italian flare.
  • add some colour with some diced fresh vegetables such as bell pepper or zucchini.
  • cooked sausage and cheese tastes amazing and is extremely filling too!
  • Feel free to experiment with different types of cheeses like cheddar, Swiss, or goat cheese to diversify the flavors.

useful tips

  • Ensure your baking dish is well-greased to prevent the crustless quiche from sticking.
  • To shorten the cooking time, use a shallower baking tin and divide the portion to two, if necessary.
  • While I used fresh spinach for this recipe, you can also use frozen spinach. Just make sure to drain off the water before adding it to the eggs.
  • Use other herbs and seasonings to suit your taste and preferences.
  • Allow the quiche to cool for a few minutes before slicing to achieve clean, neat slices.
Air fried crustless quiche.

frequently asked questions

Why is my crustless quiche soggy?

1.Too Much Liquid: If you've used a lot of high-water-content vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or tomatoes without properly sautéing or draining them first, they can release a lot of moisture as they cook, making your quiche soggy. Always ensure you've removed excess water from veggies by sautéing or patting them dry.
2. Dense Egg Mixture: the ratio of eggs to cream or milk is essential. Too much milk or cream can cause the quiche to be soft.
3. Not Cooked Long Enough: quiches need time to set. If it's taken out too soon, the center can be a bit wet. Make sure the quiche is entirely set before removing it from the air fryer. The top should be golden, and the middle should have a slight jiggle, not be runny.
4. Foil Covering: to prevent the foil covering trapping too much steam inside and thereby making it harder for the moisture to escape hence causing sogginess, remember to pierce a few holes in the foil.
5. Temperature: ensure you are cooking at the right temperature. Too low, and it may not cook through, leaving it wet inside. Too high, and the outside might cook faster than the inside, again leaving it soggy.
6. Size and Depth of the Dish: Finally, a deeper dish might need more cooking time than a shallower one. If you're adapting a recipe to fit a different size or shape of the dish, you might need to adjust the cooking time accordingly.

What do I do if my quiche turns out soggy?

If your quiche turns out soggy, you can salvage it as follows:-
Continue Cooking: place the quiche back into the air fryer or oven and continue to cook it. Check every few minutes to ensure it doesn't overcook. Also, in case the quiche was already mostly done, simply allow it to sit uncovered inside the hot air fryer for a few minutes, before setting it aside. You can also bake it under low to medium heat in the oven.
Drain Excess Liquid: If you notice a pool of liquid on the surface or around the edges of the quiche, try gently tilting the dish to allow the excess liquid to drain off. Additionally, you can also use a paper towel to blot away the moisture.
Broil the Top: If the top is not over-browned but the inside is soggy, you can set your oven to broil and cook the quiche for a few minutes. This will help evaporate some of the moisture and give the top a crispy finish.
Refrigerate and Reheat: should the quiche still be soggy even after cooling for a while, place it in the refrigerator. Often, the quiche will firm up after being refrigerated. When you're ready to eat, reheat it in the oven or air fryer. This can help reduce the moisture content and make it firmer.

Air fryer quiche no crust.

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📖 Recipe

Air fryer crustless quiche on a plate.

Air Fryer Crustless Quiche

Kate Hahnel
Whether you are looking to have a simple breakfast or elevate your brunch or other meals, this elegant yet easy air fryer crustless spinach and feta quiche is sure to impress.
5 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
Course Appetizer, Breakfast, brunch, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American, British, Continental
Servings 5
Calories 321 kcal

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon butter or margarine for greasing the dish
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or preferred choice of cooking oil)
  • ½ small onion finely diced or finely sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach trimmed and properly washed
  • 5 large eggs
  • ⅔ cups Creme fraiche, milk, or heavy cream
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (use more or less, to taste)
  • a pinch of nutmeg (optional)
  • a pinch of black pepper (use more or less, to taste)
  • 85 grams Feta cheese (crumbled - approximately 3 oz)
  • 8-10 cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Grease an oven-safe dish with butter.
    Greasing an oven-safe dish in preparation for making air fryer quiche.
  • Heat oil on medium heat in a large pan. Saute the onion and garlic until translucent.
  • Add the spinach, stir, and cook until it’s wilted, stirring from time to time. Once the spinach has wilted, remove the pan from the heat and set it aside.
    Cooked spinach in a pot for making air fryer quiche.
  • In a bowl, whisk the eggs, creme fraiche (or milk or heavy cream), salt, nutmeg, and pepper. Drain away any excess liquid from the spinach. Fold in the cooked spinach, top with the crumbled Feta cheese then combine.
    Combined egg, creme fraiche (milk, or heavy cream), seasoning, feta cheese, and spinach in a bowl, for making air fryer quiche.
  • Pour the egg mixture into the oven-safe dish. Top with halved cherry tomatoes and shredded cheddar cheese.
    Air fryer quiche batter (custard) inside a baking dish.
  • Preheat your air fryer at 350°F (or 180°C) for 5 minutes. While the air fryer is preheating, cover and seal the dish with aluminum foil, making sure to pierce a few holes in the foil to allow the steam from cooking to escape.
  • Air fry for 30-50 minutes, or until set and golden on top, checking every 15 minutes to ensure it does not overbrown. Once cooked allow your air fryer quiche to rest for at least 10 minutes before serving. (See notes below).
    Air fryer crustless quiche with spinach, feta, and tomatoes.

Notes

 
This method was tested and perfected using a Ninja Foodi multi-cooker air fryer. Every air fryer behaves differently, even two of the same model. For this reason, keep an eye on the air fryer quiche when air frying, and adjust the cooking time or the temperature that you need based on your specific air fryer! The altitude you are in as well as the age of your air fryer may also affect the results.
    • Ensure your baking dish is well-greased to prevent the crustless quiche from sticking.
    • To shorten the cooking time, use a shallower baking tin and divide the portion to two, if necessary.
    • While I used fresh spinach for this recipe, you can also use frozen spinach. Just make sure to drain off the water before adding it to the eggs. Use other herbs and seasonings to suit your taste and preferences. Allow the quiche to cool for a few minutes before slicing to achieve clean, neat slices.
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Nutrition

Calories: 321kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 12gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 232mgSodium: 602mgPotassium: 258mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2218IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 230mgIron: 2mg
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Comments

  1. Jazz

    September 13, 2023 at 11:15 pm

    5 stars
    This was easy to make and a hit at Sunday brunch. We didn’t even miss the crust!

    Reply
    • Kate Hahnel

      September 20, 2023 at 9:06 am

      Thank you!! Happy you loved it!

      Reply
  2. Alexi Mcintosh

    September 11, 2023 at 1:49 pm

    5 stars
    Made this recipe for breakfast this morning and it was so bomb! The texture and flavor was perfect and I loved that it was family friendly so my daughter enjoyed it as well.

    Reply
  3. LaKita

    September 07, 2023 at 5:00 pm

    5 stars
    I love a good crustless quiche and making this one in the air fryer is PERFECT!! My whole family is sure to enjoy this one, especially with the addition of feta cheese 🙂

    Reply
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