Air Fryer Cheesy Spinach Quiche
This Air Fryer Cheesy Spinach Quiche is creamy, savory, and wonderfully cheesy, with tender spinach baked into a rich egg filling. Using the air fryer makes it quick and easy, with a beautifully golden top and soft, fluffy center. Similar air-fryer spinach quiches commonly use eggs, cream, spinach, and cheese and cook in a small baking dish or tart pan.
🛒 Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup heavy cream or whole milk
- ¼ small onion, finely diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the spinach
Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 2–3 minutes. Add garlic and spinach and cook until the spinach wilts. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
2. Make the egg mixture
Whisk the eggs and cream together until smooth. Stir in thyme, salt, pepper, cheddar, mozzarella, and feta.
3. Combine
Add the cooked spinach mixture and stir gently until everything is evenly distributed.
4. Prepare the dish
Lightly grease a small oven-safe baking dish or 6–7-inch cake/quiche pan that fits inside your air fryer. Pour in the mixture.
5. Air fry
Preheat the air fryer to 320°F (160°C). Cook for approximately 18–22 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden. Air-fryer cooking times can vary by model, so start checking toward the end.
6. Rest and serve
Let the quiche rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with extra feta, fresh herbs, or a sprinkle of black pepper.
💡 Pro Tips
- Drain the spinach well to prevent a watery quiche.
- Don’t overfill your baking dish—the eggs puff as they cook.
- For extra cheesiness, sprinkle a little mozzarella over the top before air frying.
- Add mushrooms, bell peppers, cooked bacon, or green onions for delicious variations.
- For a crustless version, simply skip the pastry; crustless spinach quiche works particularly well in the air fryer.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Serve warm with a fresh green salad, sliced tomatoes, avocado, roasted vegetables, or fresh fruit. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or a light dinner.
⏱️ Recipe Details
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18–22 minutes
Total Time: About 30 minutes
Servings: 4
