Easy Spinach and Mushroom Quiche Muffins
These Easy Spinach and Mushroom Quiche Muffins are fluffy, savory, and packed with tender mushrooms, fresh spinach, and rich, eggy goodness. Baked into convenient individual portions, they’re perfect for meal prep, brunch, or a quick grab-and-go breakfast. Light yet satisfying, they deliver classic quiche flavor in an easy, fuss-free form.
Ingredients
Main ingredients:
- 8 large eggs
- ½ cup milk or half-and-half
- 1 cup mushrooms finely chopped (button or cremini)
- 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
- ¾ cup shredded cheese cheddar, Swiss, or mozzarella
- 1 small onion or shallot finely diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional add-ins:
- Garlic powder or fresh garlic
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh herbs like thyme or parsley
Substitutions:
- Use dairy-free milk and cheese alternatives if needed.
- Swap spinach for kale or arugula.
- Add cooked bacon or sausage for extra protein.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven
- Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin well or use silicone liners.
- Cook the vegetables
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft. Add mushrooms and cook until browned and moisture evaporates. Stir in spinach until wilted. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Whisk the eggs
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add fillings
- Stir cooked vegetables and shredded cheese into the egg mixture.
- Fill muffin cups
- Divide mixture evenly among muffin cups, filling about ¾ full.
- Bake
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until centers are set and tops are lightly golden.
- Cool slightly
- Let muffins cool for 5 minutes before removing from the pan.
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Notes
📝 Notes
- Sauté mushrooms first to remove excess moisture.
- Fresh spinach should be wilted and drained well.
- Use whole milk or half-and-half for a creamier texture.
- Cheddar, Swiss, or feta all work well.
- Grease muffin tin thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Do not overfill cups; eggs will puff while baking.
- Cool slightly before removing from pan.
- Store refrigerated in an airtight container.
🍽️ Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Calories: 130 kcal,Carbohydrates: 4 g,
Fiber: 1 g,
Sugars: 1 g,
Protein: 8 g,
Fat: 9 g,
Saturated Fat: 4 g,
Cholesterol: 105 mg,
Sodium: 210 mg,
Potassium: 190 mg,
Calcium: 110 mg,
Iron: 1.4 mg