Go Back
Sun Dried Tomato and Basil Quiche

Sun Dried Tomato and Basil Quiche

A creamy, custard-set quiche loaded with tangy sun dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and melted cheese, baked in a flaky pre-baked pie crust. Perfect for brunch, meal prep, or a light dinner with a side salad.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, French-inspired
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 store-bought pie crust (9-inch)
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ⅔ cup sun dried tomatoes (oil-packed), chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, sliced into ribbons
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère or mozzarella cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of nutmeg

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Fork (for docking crust)
  • Pie weights or dried beans
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack or trivet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9-inch pie dish.
  2. Press the pie crust into the dish and crimp the edges.
  3. Poke 15-20 holes across the bottom of the crust with a fork.
  4. Line with parchment and pie weights. Bake 15 minutes covered, then 5 minutes uncovered.
  5. Let crust cool 10 minutes on the counter.
  6. Chop sun dried tomatoes and slice basil into ribbons.
  7. Whisk eggs, heavy cream, and milk together until uniform.
  8. Season the egg mixture with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  9. Layer half the cheese, then tomatoes and basil, then remaining cheese in the crust.
  10. Pour the egg mixture over the filling, leaving space below the rim.
  11. Bake at 375°F for 35-40 minutes until center jiggles slightly.
  12. Rest 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual slices at 300°F for 10 minutes rather than microwaving, which can make the filling rubbery. This quiche can also be frozen unbaked for up to 1 month — thaw overnight in the fridge before baking as directed.