Ham and Broccoli Quiche with Puff Pastry Crust
Ham and Broccoli Quiche with Puff Pastry Crust features a flaky, buttery base that bakes up crisp around a silky custard. Salty ham, tender broccoli, and nutty Gruyère create a balanced, rich flavor with a gentle warmth from cayenne. It’s perfect for a weekend brunch, a light dinner with salad, or make-ahead lunches.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Ham and Broccoli Quiche with Puff Pastry Crust, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 42 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 49 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 4
- Heart Health
- 58
- Metabolic
- 13
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 39
- Performance
- 27
- General Wellness
- 1
Thaw the puff pastry in the refrigerator until it is cold to the touch but easy to handle, about 4 hours, or follow the package directions.
- 2
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly flour a work surface.
- 3
Place the thawed puff pastry on the floured surface and unfold it gently.
- 4
Roll the pastry into a 13-inch square.
- 5
Trim the corners to make a 13-inch circle and place it in a 9-inch quiche or pie pan.
- 6
Fill the pastry with pie weights or dried beans, and prick the sides with a fork.
- 7
Set the pie pan on a baking sheet.
- 8
Bake in the center of the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes. If the pastry puffs while baking, gently press it down with the back of a fork and continue baking.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- 10
Remove the pie weights or dried beans.
- 11
Toss the chopped broccoli, chopped ham, shredded cheese, and minced onion together in a bowl, then pour the mixture into the baked crust.
- 12
In the same bowl, add the eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, and cayenne.
- 13
Beat until the mixture is uniform in color and texture. Slowly pour the egg mixture into the crust and gently stir to distribute it evenly with the other ingredients.
- 14
Bake the quiche on the baking sheet in the preheated oven until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. If the knife shows liquid when inserted, continue baking for 3 to 5 minutes and test again.
- 15
Remove and cool on a rack for 10 to 15 minutes.
- 16
Garnish with fresh parsley or chopped scallions. Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Calories 380.08 kcal Moderate 19%
- Protein 22.69 g Good Source 45%
- Carbohydrate 6.3 g 2%
- Total Fat 28.52 g High 37%
- Saturated Fat 15.78 g High 79%
- Trans Fat 0.02 g High --
- Cholesterol 205.17 mg High 68%
- Sodium 705.2 mg High 31%
- Dietary Fiber 0.63 g Low Source 2%
- Total Sugars 3.09 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 494.34 mg Good Source 38%
- Iron 0.93 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 197.8 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 40.69 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 0.26 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 1.12 mcg Low Source 6%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Ham and Broccoli Quiche with Puff Pastry Crust is a French breakfast recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 8, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Broccoli Florets, Cayenne Pepper, Diced Ham, and Diced Onion. Each serving provides about 380.08 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Ham and Broccoli Quiche with Puff Pastry Crust?
- It is a French quiche recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for breakfast or dinner or lunch.
- What is Ham and Broccoli Quiche with Puff Pastry Crust made of?
- The main ingredients are Broccoli Florets, Cayenne Pepper, Diced Ham, Diced Onion, Eggs. The full list of 10 is above.
- What goes well with Ham and Broccoli Quiche with Puff Pastry Crust?
- Explore these French side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Ham and Broccoli Quiche with Puff Pastry Crust?
- About 1 hr in total: 15 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 380.08 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Ham and Broccoli Quiche with Puff Pastry Crust easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 10 ingredients and 16 steps.
- Is Ham and Broccoli Quiche with Puff Pastry Crust healthy?
- Ham and Broccoli Quiche with Puff Pastry Crust has an easyChef Pro health score of 32/100. Per serving, it provides 380.08 calories and 22.69 g of protein, or 45% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 705.2 mg (31% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 15.78 g (79% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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