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Homemade caprese quiche with basil and mozzarella

Caprese Quiche

Creamy, fresh, and packed with roasted tomato, mozzarella, basil, and Italian flavor, this Caprese Quiche is perfect for brunch, meal prep, holidays, or an easy summer lunch.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For The Roasted Tomatoes
For The Quiche Filling

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish: for baking the quiche
  • Baking sheet: for roasting the tomatoes
  • Mixing Bowl for whisking the custard
  • Whisk to combine the egg mixture
  • Parchment paper and pie weights: for blind baking the crust

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Roll the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges as desired. Line with parchment paper and pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove the weights and bake for another 5 minutes until lightly golden. Set aside.
  2. Increase the oven temperature to 400°F. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to a baking sheet and toss with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Roast for 18–22 minutes until lightly caramelized and some moisture has cooked off. Let cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, shallot, grated garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. Sprinkle the parmesan cheese evenly into the bottom of the blind baked crust. Add the mozzarella, roasted tomatoes, and chopped basil evenly throughout the crust, reserving a few tomatoes for the top if desired. Slowly pour the custard mixture over the filling.
  5. Bake at 375°F for 50–60 minutes or until the edges are fully set and the center has only a slight wobble. The center should no longer look wet or liquidy. If the crust begins browning too quickly, loosely tent the edges with foil (I added foil for the last 10-15 minutes).
  6. Let the quiche rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Top with balsamic glaze and fresh basil ribbons if desired.

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Notes

  • Best Texture: Roasting the tomatoes and patting the mozzarella dry helps prevent a watery quiche.
  • Make Ahead: This quiche can be made up to 1 day ahead and reheated before serving.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Freezing: Wrap slices individually and freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Reheating: Reheat in a 325°F oven until warmed through for the best texture.
  • Crust Options: Puff pastry or homemade pie crust can be used instead of refrigerated pie crust.
  • Serving Ideas: Serve with fruit salad, roasted potatoes, or a simple arugula salad for brunch.
  • Nutrition (per serving, 8 servings): approximately 320 calories, 24g fat, 14g carbs, 13g protein, 1g fiber. Nutrition information is an estimate. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients and brands used.