Muffin Cup Quiche in Phyllo Crust
Delicious and versatile mini quiches in phyllo crust, featuring a tofu-based filling. Choose from Mediterranean-style sun-dried tomato & spinach or a cheesy broccoli “cheddar” version with faux bacon!
Equipment
- Muffin pan
- Nonstick cooking spray
- mixing bowl
- Pizza cutter
- Pastry brush
- Fork
Ingrediënten
For the Basic Quiche Mix:
- 12 ounces 336 g extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon 15 g prepared yellow mustard
- ¼ cup 30 g nutritional yeast
- ¼ cup 30 g chickpea flour
- ¼ cup 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil
For the Crust:
- 1 package 1 pound, or 455 g frozen phyllo dough, thawed according to package directions
- Olive oil for brushing
Instructies
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, gas mark 4) and spray the muffin pan cups liberally with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare the quiche mix: In a mixing bowl, crumble the tofu and add all the remaining ingredients.
- Use your hands to mash and mix everything until well combined.
- Set aside.
- Prepare the phyllo crust: Unroll the thawed phyllo dough.
- Using a pizza cutter, cut the entire stack of dough into 8 even pieces.
- Lightly oil each layer and layer 3–4 sheets of dough in each muffin cup, pressing down gently to form a crust.
- Fill the cups: Scoop the quiche mixture into each muffin cup, filling them evenly.
- Bake: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, checking after 10 minutes.
- Remove when the crusts are golden brown and crisp.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
- Enjoy warm!
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve with a simple side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a light rosé.
Variations:
Mediterranean-style Quiche: Add 2 cups (60 g) fresh spinach, cut into chiffonade, and 6 sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil), chopped.
Broccoli “Cheddar” Quiche: Add ½ of a white onion, finely diced, 1 tablespoon (18 g) mellow white miso, 2 cups (142 g) broccoli florets, and ¼ cup (208 g) imitation bacon bits.
Broccoli “Cheddar” Quiche: Add ½ of a white onion, finely diced, 1 tablespoon (18 g) mellow white miso, 2 cups (142 g) broccoli florets, and ¼ cup (208 g) imitation bacon bits.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 180 kcal | Carbohydrates: 15 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 12 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 2 g | Salt: 0.4 g
