Bacon Spinach Quiche

This easy Bacon Spinach Quiche is just right for a leisurely weekend brunch with the family or a special holiday gathering. With crispy bacon, tender spinach, and creamy eggs. It’s a classic flavor combination that’s always a welcome sight on the table.

Easy Bacon Spinach Quiche Recipe

We’re big fans of quiche around here, and I make it often with all sorts of delicious flavor combinations. And yes, I can tell you firsthand that “real men” do eat quiche, my family happily proves it! This Bacon Spinach Quiche is wonderful for breakfast or brunch, especially on a lazy weekend morning, a holiday breakfast, or whenever you’re feeding a crowd. Use a frozen crust for quick assembly and take the stress out of prep time.

Key ingredients you’ll need to make Spinach Bacon Quiche Recipe: (Scroll down for full printable recipe card and quantities.)

• Pie Crust – One-9 inch deep dish pie crust. I recommend using a frozen crust but you can also use homemade pie shell.
• Bacon – Crispy bacon for a smoky flavor.
• Fresh Spinach – Baby spinach leaves add texture.
• Onion – Green onions for a hint of onion flavor.
• Whole Eggs – Large eggs for the egg custard filling.
• Liquid – Heavy cream thins the egg mixture and gives it a creamy texture.
• Cheese – Gruyere cheese, Swiss cheese or Cheddar cheese.
• Spices – Salt, black pepper, granulated garlic and ground nutmeg.

How to Make Bacon Spinach Quiche Recipe

• Heat Oven and Prebake Crust – Preheat the oven prick bottom of pie shell with fork. then parbake. Par baking the crust will prevent it from becoming soggy.
• Fry Bacon – Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy. Reserve drippings in skillet.
• Spinach and Onion – Add spinach and onions to skillet. Sauté just until the spinach is wilted.
• Make Egg Mixture – Whisk together heavy cream, eggs, and spices.
• Assemble the Quiche – Add spinach, onion and bacon to the bottom of the pie crust sprinkle with shredded cheese. Pour egg mixture evenly over spinach, bacon and cheese. Sprinkle top with reserved shredded cheese.
• Oven – Bake per the baking tame in the recipe until the center is puffed and set when gently shaken.
• Cool on a Wire Rack – Remove to a cooling rack, let stand for at least 15-20 minutes before slicing.

Kitchen Equipment to Make Spinach Bacon Quiche Recipe

• One 9-inch deep dish pie pan or 9-inch pie dish.
• Measuring cups and measuring spoons.
• Large skillet.
• Balloon whisk.
• Cheese grater.
• Large bowl.
• Knife and cutting board.
• Wire rack.
• Baking sheet pan. I find it helpful to place the quiche onto a sheet pan to make it easier to move in and out of the oven.

Recipe Variations, Tips and Substitutions

• Prebaking the Crust – I use a frozen pie crust for this recipe and find that when doing so, I can skip the parbake step. When using a refrigerated crust or a homemade crust, it’s important to cover with parchment, fill with pie weights or beans and take a few minutes to bake the crust to seal it. See how to make my Flaky Pie Crust recipe here.
• Bacon – You could use turkey bacon in place of classic bacon.
• Heavy Cream – You can use adapt this quiche using whole milk or half and half, but heavy cream is best for the rich flavor and thicker texture.
• Cheese – You could adapt this recipe using another variety of cheese such as Swiss cheese, gruyere cheese or pepper jack cheese.
• Vegetables – You might enjoy adding a handful of mushrooms or bell peppers to the bacon drippings in addition to the onions.
• Use a Fork to Spread the Spinach and Bacon – After pouring the egg custard over the spinach, bacon and cheese take a fork and gently move (don’t stir) the filling so it seeps through all of the ingredients evenly.
• Frozen Spinach – Can I use frozen spinach in quiche? You can use 1 cup of chopped frozen spinach in a pinch for the filling. When doing so, thaw and squeeze the excess moisture out of the spinach to prevent watering down the filling.
• Allow the Quiche to Settle – When baking quiche, the filling often puffs up quite a bit. This is a normal part of the process and it will settle as the quiche cools. It’s important to allow ample stand time so it will hold together when sliced.

Storage and Leftovers

• Make-Ahead Tip – This quiche can be made and baked up to one day in advance and reheated just before serving. To reheat a whole quiche, lay foil on top and heat in a 325°F- 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes or just until heated through.
• Leftovers – Store baked Bacon Spinach Quiche covered with plastic wrap or aluminum foil chilled in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Reheating – You can reheat Bacon Spinach Quiche in single servings gently in the microwave.
• Freezer – Store baked and cooled quiche in the freezer for up to 2 months wrapped in freezer wrap and heavy duty aluminum foil. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator then reheat in a 350°F with foil on top until heated through.

More Quiche Recipes to Make

• Cornbread and Sausage Quiche is a fusion dish you can have any time of day.
• Canadian Bacon Hash Brown Quiche skips the pastry and opts for a shredded potato crust, instead.
• Western Omelet Quiche is a fan favorite.
• Easy Sausage Quiche with a side of fruit for brunch is all you need.
• This Broccoli Cheddar Bacon Quiche recipe is the only one you’ll ever need.
• Classic Quiche Lorraine is always a winning option for weekend brunch and holidays.
• Asparagus Quiche from A Dash of Sanity.

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Helpful Kitchen Items:

• Deep Dish Pie Pan
• Mixer
• Measuring Set
• Mixing Bowls