Gluten-Free Bacon Mushroom Crustless Quiche

Prep: 20 min6 servingsmedium
Bacon Mushroom Crustless Quiche with Feta

This hearty crustless quiche combines crispy bacon, savory mushrooms, and tangy feta cheese in a rich, custard-like egg base. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, this low-carb dish delivers satisfying protein and bold flavors without the pastry. The bacon fat adds extra richness to the mushrooms, while the feta provides a creamy contrast to the smoky bacon.

Ingredients

6 servings
  • 8 slices thick bacon, cut crosswise into short strips
  • 1 lb mushrooms, washed if needed and cut into thick slices
    spinach1:1low-carb

    wilted, drained well

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  • 1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
    goat cheese1:1

    similar texture and tang

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  • coarse ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp Spike seasoning, or any seasoning blend you like with eggs
    Italian seasoning1:1

    egg-friendly blend

  • 8 eggs, beaten well
  • ½ cup heavy cream
    half and half1:1

    mentioned in source

    Full guide →

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350F and spray a 9 inch pie pan with non-stick spray

  2. 2

    Cut bacon into short thick slices and cook in hot frying pan until crisp and browned

  3. 3

    Drain bacon on paper towels and place in pie pan, reserving some for topping

  4. 4

    Brown mushrooms in bacon fat over medium-high heat until cooked and browning

  5. 5

    Layer mushrooms and feta over bacon, reserving some feta for top

  6. 6

    Season with black pepper and Spike seasoning

  7. 7

    Beat eggs with cream and pour over bacon mixture, stirring gently with fork

  8. 8

    Sprinkle reserved bacon and feta on top

  9. 9

    Bake 35-45 minutes until set in center and lightly browned on top

  10. 10

    Serve hot

Tips

Tip 1

Reserve some bacon fat for extra flavor, but remove excess if there's too much in the pan.

Tip 2

Make sure mushrooms are completely cooked and browning for the best texture and flavor.

Good to Know

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers for several days in covered container

Make Ahead

Can be assembled night before and baked in morning

Serve With

Serve hot, reheat in microwave or skillet

See pairing guide →

Common Mistakes

Watch

Don't skip draining bacon fat if excessive to avoid greasy quiche

Watch

Ensure mushrooms are fully cooked to prevent watery texture

Substitutions

heavy cream
half and half1:1

mentioned in source

Full guide →
Feta cheese
goat cheese1:1

similar texture and tang

Full guide →
Spike seasoning
Italian seasoning1:1

egg-friendly blend

Full guide →
mushrooms
spinach1:1low-carb

wilted, drained well

Full guide →
Find more substitutions →

FAQ

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the quiche the night before and bake it fresh in the morning for best results.

How long will leftovers keep?

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Reheat individual portions in microwave or warm skillet.

Can I freeze this quiche?

Yes, wrap cooled quiche tightly and freeze up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator before reheating.