Hamburger Quiche Recipe (2024)

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ByStacie VaughanOn Updated

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This uber-tasty hamburger quiche is all kinds of delicious. It’s creamy, cheesy, and hearty enough to satisfy those comfort food cravings in a single slice. But I’m being honest, I always struggle to stop at just ONE slice. Seriously, I can never stop eating this dish when I make it!

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Now, this might look like a regular quiche made with eggs. However, what makes this hamburger quiche a next-level dinner option is my secret ingredient – mayonnaise! It adds an incredible creaminess to the filling and makes each bite completely rich and indulgent.

When you pair that creaminess with the melted cheddar cheese and savory ground beef? Well, you’ll have a new weeknight marvel on your hands! Better yet, this easy recipe stores well for several days (leftovers, anyone?).

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Why You’ll Love This Hamburger Quiche

  • It’s super easy to make thanks to the pre-made pie shell and combination of simple ingredients.
  • The cheddar cheese mixes with the mayonnaise to create a hearty, creamy, and indulgent filling.
  • The ground beef adds plenty of protein to the mix that saves you whipping up any extra sides.
  • It’s packed with pantry staples that you’re likely to have lying around throughout the week.
  • Most of the recipe’s cooking time takes place in the oven (so, it’s perfect for multi-tasking!).

Ingredients

The full printable recipe card with measurements and instructions is found at the bottom of the post.

  • Unbaked deep dish pie shell: Using an unbaked pie shell cuts down tons of prep time. Just grab one from the grocery store and you’ll be good to go.
  • Ground beef: I like using leaner ground beef for this recipe as the mayonnaise adds a decent amount of fat. Anything between 5% and 10% will work well.
  • Mayonnaise: This is the key ingredient that makes this hamburger quiche seriously creamy and satisfying. You can use low-fat mayo or full-fat mayo, but the full-fat will be far more indulgent.
  • Milk: Adds creaminess to your quiche mixture. You can use any variety of dairy milk, but whole milk will have the richest flavor.
  • Large eggs: Crucial to any tasty quiche! Try to use free-range eggs if you can, as they’ll have the freshest flavor and the yellowest yolks.
  • Cornstarch: To thicken your quiche mixture just a touch.
  • Cheddar cheese: For the ultimate cheesy taste that makes this recipe taste just like a burger.
  • Green onions: Gives each bite a slightly crispy texture (while giving your quiche a touch of color!).
  • Pepper: To taste.
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How to Make Hamburger Quiche

  • Step One: Preheat oven to 400℉.
  • Step Two: Spread ground beef in pie shell followed by cheddar cheese, green onions and dash of pepper.
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  • Step Three: In a bowl, stir together mayonnaise, milk, eggs and cornstarch. Pour egg mixture over ingredients in pie shell.
  • Step Four: Bake for 35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the centre comes out clean. Serve hot.
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What to Serve with Hamburger Quiche

  • Creamy Cabbage Soup
  • Cauliflower Soup with Bacon
  • Sauerkraut Salad
  • BLT Salad
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Recipe Tips and Tricks

  • Don’t over-whip the quiche filling. You’ll want to make sure everything’s well-incorporated, but I recommend whisking the eggs separately. This way, you won’t accidentally overbeat the mixture.
  • If you’re worried about the pie crust browning too much, you can cover the edges with tin foil.
  • Don’t pre-bake the crust beforehand. You might think you need to do this, but everything goes into the oven at the same time!
  • Season the ground beef well before cooking. Salt and pepper are perfectly fine, but I definitely recommend adding something to your meat.
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Variations and Substitutions

  • You can easily switch out the ground beef for ground pork, ground chicken, or any other protein of your choice. To make this recipe veggie-friendly, try Quorn mince! Just remember that changing the protein may make it taste less like an old-school cheeseburger.
  • You’re welcome to change out the veggies in this recipe. Although I love spring onions, peppers can be delicious (and crunchy!) alternatives.
  • To add extra protein and savory flavor to this recipe, throw in some chopped-up bacon.
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Storage Instructions

This quiche stores well in the fridge for 3 or 4 days, but you’ll want to check the crust for sogginess before eating.

Just put it in an airtight storage container (slice it up if you need to!) and you’ll be good to go.

When you need to reheat it, just put a piece in the microwave or back in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Can I Freeze?

I don’t recommend freezing this hamburger quiche, as you run the risk of the pie crust going soggy when defrosted.

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Quiche Recipes

  • Crustless Bacon and Cheese Quiche
  • Spinach Mushroom Quiche
  • Quiche Lorraine
  • Bacon and Potato Quiche

Try my Chicken Pot Pie, Cheeseburger Dip and Cheeseburger Salad.

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Hamburger Quiche

Created by Stacie Vaughan

Servings 6

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes minutes

Total Time 55 minutes minutes

Dinner for breakfast! This quick and easy quiche is filled with all the flavors of a cheeseburger combined with fluffy scrambled eggs and veggies.

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Ingredients

  • 1 9″ unbaked deep dish pie shell
  • ¾ cup ground beef cooked and drained
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 ½ cup cheddar cheese cubed
  • ½ cup green onions sliced
  • dash of pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400℉.

  • Spread ground beef in pie shell followed by cheddar cheese, green onions and dash of pepper.

  • In a bowl, stir together mayonnaise, milk, eggs and cornstarch. Pour egg mixture over ingredients in pie shell.

  • Bake for 35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the centre comes out clean. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 454kcal | Carbohydrates: 23.2g | Protein: 20.1g | Fat: 30.9g | Saturated Fat: 11.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17.4g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 144.8mg | Sodium: 457.5mg | Fiber: 0.6g | Sugar: 3.6g

The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

Course Main Dishes

Cuisine American

Keyword hamburger quiche, quiche

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FAQs

Can I use milk instead of cream in my quiche? ›

Using just milk and eggs as the basis for the filling works perfectly well and I figure you are more likely to have these ingredients in, which is way more helpful.

Do you have to bake crust before quiche? ›

You need a par-baked or fully baked crust if you're making quiche, no-bake pie, custard pie, cream pie, pudding pie, or simply want an extra-crisp pie crust. If you're making a pie that doesn't require a baked filling, you still need a baked crust.

Is heavy cream or half and half better for quiche? ›

Heavy Cream and Milk – For the best tasting quiche, use a combination of whole milk and heavy cream. (Or simply use half-and-half.) Using just heavy cream produces an overly thick filling. Whole milk is great, but a combo of heavy cream and milk is better.

What is the ratio for egg and milk when making quiche? ›

The best quiche ratio is 1 large egg to 1/2 cup of dairy. The ratio of the fat content from the dairy and the protein from the eggs determine the custard's final texture. The egg proteins bond to form a soft gel-like texture, while the dairy gives the quiche a creamy flavor.

Is heavy cream the same as heavy whipping cream? ›

Is Heavy Cream the Same as Heavy Whipping Cream? Yes, heavy cream and heavy whipping cream are the exact same thing. The confusion lies in the fact that they're sold by different brands under two different names.

Why do you put flour in quiche? ›

Add flour to your filling: Adding a bit of flour to your quiche filling helps absorb moisture and stabilize things in general.

Do you poke holes in pie crust for quiche? ›

The fat melts when heated in the oven, and unless there is a filling to prop up the sides of the pie crust, it can slump. Another issue is billowing air pockets in the center. If you don't blind bake with weights, or poke holes into the bottom of the crust, the bottom of the crust can puff up.

Should vegetables be cooked before putting in quiche? ›

Cook the Veggies First

"Vegetables will take longer to cook than your egg custard, so always sauté onions, steam broccoli, etc. before you add them to your egg mixture to ensure every bite of quiche will be perfectly cooked," says Kristin Beringson, executive chef at Henley in Nashville.

Why does my quiche always have a soggy bottom? ›

Wet pie fillings + raw dough are a tricky combination. If the bottom crust doesn't set before the filling soaks in, it's going to be gummy. A metal pie pan placed on a preheated surface will set the bottom crust quickest; once cooked, the liquids from the filling above won't soak in, and as a result: no soggy bottom.

Why is my quiche always watery? ›

According to Real Simple, this typically occurs when adding too-wet ingredients to the quiche filling, layering the egg custard with, for example, large slices of raw tomato or raw zucchini. These vegetables, while tasty, have a high water content when raw, which will weep into the quiche as it bakes.

Why isn't my quiche creamy? ›

Figuring out your proportions couldn't be simpler – for each egg you use, you need half a cup of milk. Too little dairy, and your quiche will be dry instead of creamy. Too much, and it won't set properly.

Do you need to prebake pie crust for quiche? ›

And yes, as you'll see, you should always prebake quiche crust to avoid a gummy pastry. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Roll out your homemade or purchased refrigerated dough into a 12-inch circle.

How to get the bottom of quiche crispy? ›

Some people like to paint the surface of the pastry base with lightly beaten egg white after the beans have been removed and before returning the dish to the oven as the egg white cooks onto the surface of the pastry and can act as a slight sealant to help to keep the pastry crisp.

Why does my quiche sink when I take it out of the oven? ›

Excess moisture is one reason why quiches collapse in a watery pool on your plate. Vegetables and meats like ham give off tremendous amounts of water when they're cooked. Therefore, if you're using vegetables in your quiche, it's imperative that you cook them first.

What happens if I use milk instead of cream? ›

You can use whole milk or opt for skim milk to help slash the calories and fat content of your recipe. This substitute is especially useful in cooking, but it may alter the texture of baked goods and will not whip as well as heavy cream.

What is a good substitute for cream in quiche? ›

Use half-and-half as a 1:1 substitute for heavy cream. It can work nearly as well for bringing creamy texture and flavor to sauces, soups and stews, mashed potatoes, quiches, and casseroles.

How do I substitute milk for cream? ›

You can substitute heavy cream for milk by diluting it with a little water. Use half a cup heavy cream and half a cup water for every cup of whole milk.

Can you use milk instead of cream for eggs? ›

Use 1 tablespoon of cream, milk or water for each egg that will be scrambled. Using milk, half & half or even whipping cream creates a deliciously creamy texture.

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