Savory Keto Quiche Lorraine
A rich and savory keto-friendly quiche Lorraine, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an easy dinner. Featuring crispy bacon, delicate cheese, and a creamy egg custard in a keto pie crust.
Equipment
- 9-inch Pie Plate
- Skillet
- Medium Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 savory keto pie crust ready to use
- 1/3 pound bacon diced and cooked until crispy
- 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
- 6 large eggs
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 ounces shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Crust: Gently press your savory keto pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate. Pop it in the fridge to chill while you get the filling ready – this helps it bake beautifully!
- Preheat & Crisp Bacon: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a skillet over medium heat, cook your diced bacon until it's perfectly golden and crispy, usually about 6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- Whip Up the Custard: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, water, salt, and pepper until light and frothy.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet (with about a tablespoon of bacon fat remaining for flavor!), gently cook the chopped onion with the fresh thyme sprigs until the onions are soft. Remove the thyme sprigs.
- Assemble Your Quiche: Take your chilled crust. Layer one-third of the shredded cheese, followed by one-third of the crispy bacon, and half of the softened onions. Repeat with another layer of cheese, onions, and bacon.
- Add Custard & Top: Carefully pour the whisked egg mixture over the layers. Finish by sprinkling the remaining cheese and bacon on top.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 35-40 minutes. The quiche is done when the edges are set, but the very center still has a slight wobble. Let it cool in the pan before slicing and enjoying – this helps it set even further!
Notes
Feel free to adjust the amount of cheese or bacon to your preference. This quiche is delicious served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 461 kcal
Total Carbs: 7.1g
Net Carbs: 4.7g
Fats: 37.8g
Protein: 20.4g
Calories: 461 kcal
Total Carbs: 7.1g
Net Carbs: 4.7g
Fats: 37.8g
Protein: 20.4g
