Introduction
Quiche-muffins are perfect for New Year brunch because they’re tidy, portable, and filled with good flavors. You can bake a batch ahead of time, pack them easily, and enjoy them warm or room temperature. Below are 22 tasty variations that work for parties, road trips, or simple meal prep without fuss.
1. Classic Spinach & Cheddar Quiche-Muffins
A classic combo that gives a familiar, comforting flavor with colorful spinach.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- ¾ cup shredded cheddar
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in spinach and cheddar.
- Pour into greased muffin tin ¾ full.
- Bake 20–22 minutes until set.
How to Serve It
Add a small cheddar sprinkle on top before serving.
2. Ham & Swiss Quiche-Muffins
A warm, balanced savory bite that travels well for brunch gatherings.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup diced ham
- ½ cup shredded Swiss
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk eggs, milk, and pepper.
- Fold in ham and Swiss.
- Fill greased muffin cups and bake 18–20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Serve with a small mustard dip if desired.
3. Mushroom & Gruyere Quiche-Muffins
Rich Gruyere adds smooth flavor to the tender mushrooms.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup chopped mushrooms, sautéed
- ½ cup shredded Gruyere
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs, milk, and salt.
- Add sautéed mushrooms and Gruyere.
- Bake 20–22 minutes.
How to Serve It
Sprinkle fresh thyme on top.
4. Bell Pepper & Feta Quiche-Muffins
A colorful, light, and slightly tangy combo.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- ½ cup crumbled feta
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix eggs and milk.
- Add peppers and feta.
- Bake 18–22 minutes.
How to Serve It
Garnish with a few tiny diced peppers.
5. Bacon & Cheddar Quiche-Muffins
A crowd-pleasing, savory brunch bite with crisp bacon flavor.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup cooked bacon pieces
- ¾ cup cheddar
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs and milk.
- Add bacon and cheddar.
- Bake 20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Top with a few extra bacon crumbles.
6. Broccoli & White Cheddar Quiche-Muffins
Fresh broccoli pairs perfectly with sharp white cheddar.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup finely chopped broccoli
- ¾ cup white cheddar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs and milk.
- Fold in broccoli and cheese.
- Bake 20–22 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add white cheddar shreds on top before baking.
7. Tomato Basil Quiche-Muffins
A fresh, simple flavor combination perfect for morning gatherings.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup diced tomatoes, patted dry
- ¼ cup chopped basil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs and milk.
- Add tomatoes and basil.
- Bake 18–20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Top with one tiny basil piece.
8. Sausage & Pepper Quiche-Muffins
A savory, filling option great for guests.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup cooked sausage
- ½ cup diced red pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Combine eggs and milk.
- Stir in sausage and peppers.
- Bake 20–22 minutes.
How to Serve It
Serve warm with a simple pepper sprinkle.
9. Zucchini & Parmesan Quiche-Muffins
Mild zucchini keeps these muffins soft and hearty.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded zucchini (squeezed dry)
- ½ cup Parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix eggs and milk.
- Stir in zucchini and Parmesan.
- Bake 18–22 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add a pinch of extra Parmesan.
10. Caramelized Onion & Thyme Quiche-Muffins
Sweet caramelized onions add depth to this simple muffin.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup caramelized onions
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs and milk.
- Stir in onions and thyme.
- Bake 20–22 minutes.
How to Serve It
Garnish with a tiny fresh thyme leaf.
11. Turkey & Pepper Jack Quiche-Muffins
A lightly spicy, protein-packed muffin for brunch tables.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup chopped cooked turkey
- ½ cup pepper jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs and milk.
- Add turkey and cheese.
- Bake 18–22 minutes.
How to Serve It
Serve with a small salsa side.
12. Spinach & Ricotta Quiche-Muffins
Ricotta adds a smooth, creamy texture that pairs well with spinach.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- ½ cup ricotta
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs and milk.
- Add spinach and ricotta gently.
- Bake 18–20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Top with cracked pepper.
13. Sun-Dried Tomato & Mozzarella Quiche-Muffins
A flavorful Italian-style bite that travels well.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs and milk.
- Add tomatoes and mozzarella.
- Bake 18–22 minutes.
How to Serve It
Sprinkle tiny mozzarella strings on top.
14. Kale & Goat Cheese Quiche-Muffins
Kale and goat cheese offer a simple, earthy brunch flavor.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup chopped kale
- ½ cup goat cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs and milk.
- Mix in kale and goat cheese.
- Bake 20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add a tiny crumble of goat cheese before serving.
15. Corn & Cheddar Quiche-Muffins
Sweet corn adds crunch and color to the fluffy base.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup corn kernels
- ½ cup cheddar
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs and milk.
- Add corn and cheddar.
- Bake 18–20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Top with a few corn kernels.
16. Potato & Rosemary Quiche-Muffins
A cozy flavor pairing that works great for brunch spreads.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup cooked diced potatoes
- 1 tsp chopped rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Combine eggs and milk.
- Stir in potatoes and rosemary.
- Bake 20–22 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add one mini rosemary tip for garnish.
17. Artichoke & Parmesan Quiche-Muffins
A mellow and savory vegetable-packed muffin.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup chopped artichokes
- ½ cup Parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs and milk.
- Add artichokes and Parmesan.
- Bake 18–20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Dust lightly with Parmesan.
18. Spinach Bacon Quiche-Muffins
A flavorful mix of greens and smoky bacon for easy brunch packing.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- ½ cup cooked bacon bits
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs and milk.
- Add spinach and bacon.
- Bake 20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Add a small bacon crumble on top.
19. Cheddar & Chive Quiche-Muffins
A simple cheese-and-herb combo that looks neat and tastes great.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ¾ cup cheddar
- 2 tbsp chopped chives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs and milk.
- Stir in cheddar and chives.
- Bake 18–22 minutes.
How to Serve It
Top with extra chives.
20. Turkey Sausage & Spinach Quiche-Muffins
Lean sausage keeps these filling while still light.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup cooked turkey sausage
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix eggs and milk.
- Add sausage and spinach.
- Bake 20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Keep warm in a covered container for travel.
21. Pesto & Mozzarella Quiche-Muffins
Pesto adds herb flavor and a lovely green swirl pattern.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 3 tbsp pesto
- ½ cup mozzarella
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs and milk.
- Swirl in pesto and add mozzarella.
- Bake 18–20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Serve warm with a tiny pesto drizzle.
22. Chicken & Herb Quiche-Muffins
A clean, fresh flavor that packs well for sharing.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup cooked diced chicken
- 1 tbsp mixed herbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs and milk.
- Add chicken and herbs.
- Bake 20 minutes.
How to Serve It
Top with small herb sprigs.
Conclusion
These quiche-muffins are simple to prep, easy to pack, and perfect for New Year mornings when you want tasty food without hassle. Try a few different batches, save your favorites, and share them with anyone who loves portable brunch ideas.
