Make this bacon and cheese quiche recipe for a zesty brunch dish that is sure to impress!
This amazing quiche recipe packs a wallop of zesty flavor from the jalapenos, paired nicely with cream cheese for a mouth watering taste that is unforgettable! Think extra creamy and cheesy jalapeno poppers!
![This zesty bacon and cheese quiche is made with jalapenos for just the right amount of kick! It’s so creamy and delicious, and easy to make. Using simple ingredients and a clear method, this recipe is one to keep handy when guests are coming for a visit. Especially if using a store bought pie crust, the prep is minimal. Make it ahead of time, then refrigerate until ready to serve. #baconandcheesequiche #easyquicherecipe #ourzestylife #jalapenopopperquiche close up of zesty bacon and cheese quiche, with a jalapeno slice on top, on a white plate with a fork on the side.](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Zesty-Bacon-And-Cheese-Quiche-OurZestyLife-4.jpeg)
What is Quiche?
The word quiche is thought to be related to the German word “kuchen” which means cake or tart. However, the earliest findings of quiche date back to the 17th century in the French region of Lorraine, appropriately called quiche lorraine.
The early versions of quiche lorraine used lardons, a fatty strip of bacon, instead of the current version which uses ham. Bacon and cheese quiche with jalapenos takes it up a notch and is a fun, more modern recipe.
![Prep for this bacon and cheese quiche recipe is minimal. Use a store bought pie crust for simplicity, then add all the ingredients. Cream cheese, jalapenos, bacon, eggs, cheddar and seasonings come together to create this creamy and spicy masterpiece! Allow it to cool and set before serving, or make it ahead of time and refrigerate or freeze! This jalapeno popper style quiche is the perfect breakfast or brunch. #baconandcheesequiche #easyquicherecipe #ourzestylife #jalapenopopperquiche bacon and cheese quiche baked in a pie plate](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Zesty-Bacon-And-Cheese-Quiche-OurZestyLife-3.jpeg)
Ingredients And Variations
CRUST: Use a store bought frozen pie crust or make one from scratch.
DAIRY: Eggs, cream, cheddar, and cream cheese bring so much texture and flavor to this dish! Experiment with different, favorite types of cheese. We love a sharp cheddar.
MEAT: This recipe calls for bacon, but ham or even Italian sausage would be delicious!
VEGGIES: Jalapeno peppers are the star veggie in this creamy Jalapeno popper style quiche. But add in veggies of choice like spinach, mushrooms, or red peppers.
![Make this bacon and cheese quiche for an easy and delicious dish that is perfect for breakfast or brunch! Using simple ingredients such as a store bought pie crust, eggs, cream cheese, jalapenos and cheddar, this dish is creamy, spicy and delicious! It’s perfect to make ahead, then toss in the oven to warm or even serve cold with a side salad. #baconandcheesequiche #easyquicherecipe #ourzestylife #jalapenopopperquiche zesty bacon and cheese quiche, with a sliced jalapeno on top, served on a white plate with a fork on the side.](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Zesty-Bacon-And-Cheese-Quiche-OurZestyLife-2.jpeg)
How To Make Bacon and Cheese Quiche
This quiche recipe is all about the eggs!
- Prebake the crust. Spread cream cheese, diced jalapenos, and bacon over warm crust.
- Whisk egg mixture and add cream to get a bit of volume. Pour over top of crust and bake, as directed in recipe below.
- Add cheese and bake some more!
- Let rest, then enjoy!
![Make this easy recipe for zesty bacon and cheese quiche. The instructions are simple. Pre-bake the crust, then spread cream cheese, jalapenos and bacon over top. Whisk eggs with cream and seasonings, and pour over the base. Bake for about 30 minutes then top with cheese and finish baking. Allow quiche to rest until set - that’s it! This jalapeno popper quiche makes the perfect dish for a weekend breakfast or brunch. #baconandcheesequiche #easyquicherecipe #ourzestylife #jalapenopopperquiche close up of bacon and cheese quiche baked in a pie plate](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Zesty-Bacon-And-Cheese-Quiche-OurZestyLife-5.1.jpeg)
Recipe Tips
Use an offset spatula to spread the cream cheese onto the warm pie crust, which makes it so much easier! This type of spatula is also helpful to spread honey butter on Honey Cornbread Muffins, ice cream on a DQ Buster Bar ice cream cake, or to frost a cupcake!
Make this quiche recipe ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to serve. It’s perfect for weekend brunch guests served with mimosas, a weekday dinner, or just a lazy morning with the family.
![Zesty bacon and cheese quiche is sure to become the go-to recipe when company is coming for the weekend. Using simple ingredients like eggs, cream cheese, jalapenos and cheddar cheese, this quiche comes out creamy, spicy and so delicious! Prepare it ahead of time, cool it completely, then refrigerate until ready to serve. Spend more time with guests and less time cooking with this jalapeno popper quiche recipe!! #baconandcheesequiche #easyquicherecipe #ourzestylife #jalapenopopperquiche zesty bacon and cheese quiche on a white plate with a fork and quiche in a pie plate on the side](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Zesty-Bacon-And-Cheese-Quiche-OurZestyLife-1.jpeg)
Serving And Storing
Serve this zesty quiche with a fresh red leaf salad with lemon vinaigrette, a kale quinoa salad, or a Cucumber Dill Salad for a delicious brunch! If the guests want a bit more heat, leave some jalapeno slices and hot sauce on the table to add on top!
Quiche can be served hot or cold, it’s all a matter of taste. Just like some people prefer cold pizza over hot pizza. But in this case, jalapeno bacon and cheese quiche is great BOTH ways! It’s also perfect served just warm. Make it ahead of time and leave it cool until ready to eat.
Store cooked and cooled quiche wrapped well, or in a covered container, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Or it can be frozen for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw it in the refrigerator then pop it into the oven or microwave to warm it up.
![For an easy dish that will impress, try this bacon and cheese quiche recipe! Using a store bought pie crust, or one from scratch, provides the base for this delicious recipe. And there is so much flavor from the jalapenos, and it’s paired nicely with cream cheese to calm down the heat a bit! It is a mouth watering taste that is unforgettable! Perfect to make for brunch, or eat it for a hearty breakfast all week.#baconandcheesequiche #easyquicherecipe #ourzestylife #jalapenopopperquiche close up of bacon and cheese quiche with a jalapeno slice on top](https://ourzestylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Zesty-Bacon-And-Cheese-Quiche-OurZestyLife-2.1.jpeg)
Other Breakfast Treats!
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Jalapeno Popper Quiche
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 9″ pie crust frozen or homemade
- ½ cup cream cheese room temperature
- 2 jalapeno peppers diced (seeds removed, for less heat)
- 1 jalapeno pepper sliced into rounds (for top) (I mostly deseeded these as well)
- 4 slices bacon cooked crisp, chopped
- 1 cup half and half cream
- 2 eggs large
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt optional
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- sour cream optional for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Defrost pie crust and prick the entire crust with a fork. I also crimp the sides with a fork for a more “homemade” look.
- Bake for 10 minutes and remove from oven. Lower oven temperature to 350°F.
- Spread cream cheese on the hot crust. Sprinkle with diced jalapenos and cooked bacon.
- In a medium bowl, whisk eggs with half and half, pepper, and salt (if using)
- Pour egg mixture on top of bacon and into the crust and bake for 30 minutes, or seems mostly set (I added 5 minutes here).
- At 30 minutes, take quiche out of the oven and place jalapeno slices and cheese on top. Return to oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until cheese is browned and quiche is set.
- Let stand for 5-10 minutes before cutting and serving. Serve with light sour cream if desired.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information does not include optional ingredients or garnish and is an estimate. It may change based on actual ingredients and cooking methods used.
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Adapted from Real Housemoms
My step daughter gave me the link to the recipe to try it out and have to say it is filed away as a new favorite for supper. I made a salad to add to the meal and my husband loved it.
Awww, that’s so great to hear Kelly! It’s a great meal, and great for brunch too. My husband and kids love it too! Thank you for letting me know!
Made this for brunch for my company I had over for my birthday and it was a huge hit! Was concerned would be too spicy and have to admit it had the perfect amount of spice. I am looking forward to making this again!
I’m so happy that everyone loved it, Shauna. Happy Birthday!
OMG, this is so amazing… I absolutely love anything with jalapenos and this quiche is so perfect for dinner or brunch! Thanks for a great recipe!
You’re welcome. It sure does make a great brunch!
This sounds like it would be SO delicious. I can’t wait to try it!
You’ll be so glad you did Bailey!! It’s my hubby’s fave!