Mini air fryer quiches are a go-to for quick, impressive appetizers!
Partially bake mini tart shells for 3 minutes at 360°F, then fill them with a mixture of whisked eggs, milk and favorite add-ins like ham, mushrooms, spinach and cheese.
Air fry for 6-8 minutes until golden and puffed.
The best part? They’re endlessly customizable. Swap in Mediterranean, Mexican or seafood flavors for a fun twist.
Storage tricks and tonight’s special variation will be covered next!
Ingredients for Mini air fryer quiches
A vibrant lentil salad can serve as a perfect refreshing meal to accompany your mini quiches.
Recommended Tools
Creating these adorable mini quiches in your air fryer is super easy when you have the right tools on hand. These kitchen essentials will help you prep, cook and serve these delicious bites without any unnecessary stress or mess.
- Air Fryer:
The star of the show that provides quick, even heating for perfectly crisp and golden mini quiches.
- Mini Tart Shells:
Ready-made shells save time and create the perfect vessel for your quiche filling.
- Mixing Bowl:
Essential for whisking eggs and combining all your quiche ingredients before filling the shells.
- Whisk:
Helps blend eggs and milk perfectly for a smooth, consistent quiche base.
- Measuring Cups:
Ensures you get the right proportions of milk, ham, vegetables and cheese for balanced flavor.
- Cutting Board and Knife:
Necessary for chopping ham, mushrooms and fresh spinach to the perfect size for mini quiches.
Additionally, serving these mini quiches alongside savory prosciutto and melon skewers can elevate your appetizer spread for any occasion.</p
Instructions
Ready to whip up some adorable mini quiches without turning on your big oven? Let’s get cooking with your air fryer!
Start by preheating your air fryer to 360°F (182°C). This is the perfect temperature to get your quiches nice and golden!
While it’s heating up, place your mini tart shells in the air fryer basket and partially bake them for about 3 minutes. This pre-baking step ensures your shells won’t end up soggy—nobody wants that!
In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 eggs and 1/4 cup milk until well combined. Season your mixture with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
Now for the fun part—stir in 1/3 cup chopped cooked ham, 1/3 cup chopped cooked mushrooms, 1/3 cup fresh spinach, and 1/3 cup shredded cheese. Mix everything together until all your ingredients are dancing in harmony!
Carefully spoon your egg mixture into each partially baked tart shell. Don’t overfill them—leave a tiny bit of space at the top as they’ll puff up while cooking!
Pop your filled quiches back into the air fryer for 6-8 minutes, or until they’re beautifully puffed up and golden brown on top. The egg mixture should be set in the center when they’re done.
Once finished, let your mini quiches rest for 5 minutes before serving. Trust me, this resting time is crucial—it helps them set up perfectly and prevents burned tongues!
Pro Tips
Pre-cooking and thoroughly drying all meats and vegetables before adding them to your mini quiche mixture prevents excess moisture from making the pastry shells soggy during air frying.
Substitutions & Variations
These mini quiches are easily adaptable with different ingredients to create new flavor combinations while maintaining their delicious charm.
- Mediterranean: Substitute feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, olives and oregano for a Greek-inspired twist.
- Mexican Fiesta: Use pepper jack cheese, chorizo, black beans and bell peppers topped with a small dollop of salsa.
- Veggie Lover: Replace all meat with extra vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers and onions for a vegetarian option.
- Breakfast Classic: Add crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese and green onions for a morning-inspired flavor profile.
- Seafood Delight: Incorporate small pieces of cooked shrimp or crab with dill and lemon zest for an elegant variation.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free tart shells or create a potato crust by pressing shredded potato into the cups.
Leftovers & Storage Tips
While these mini quiches disappear quickly at most gatherings, you’ll occasionally find yourself with leftovers that are too delicious to waste.
Store them in an airtight container in your fridge for up to 3 days.
When you’re ready to enjoy them again, pop them back in the air fryer for just 2 minutes at 350°F.
They’ll taste nearly as fresh as when you first made them!
Try Tonight
Mini Air Fryer Quiches (Spinach, Ham, Mushroom)
Delicious mini quiches made in the air fryer with ham, mushroom, and spinach.
- Mini tart shells
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/3 cup chopped cooked ham
- 1/3 cup chopped cooked mushrooms
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh spinach
- 1/3 cup shredded cheese
- Salt
- Pepper
- Preheat air fryer to 360°F (182°C).
- Partially bake empty shells 3 minutes.
- Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper; stir in ham, mushrooms, spinach, and cheese.
- Fill shells with mixture.
- Air fry 6–8 min, until puffed and golden.
- Rest 5 min before serving.
