Bacon and Cheese Breakfast Pie with Puff Pastry
A savory pie featuring smoky bacon, melted cheese, and fluffy eggs encased in flaky puff pastry—perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch. This australian-inspired breakfast ready in about 65 minutes layers strips, chopped bacon strips, large eggs, heavy cream into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets (thawed if frozen) puff pastry sheets
- 8 strips, chopped bacon strips
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 medium, finely diced yellow onion
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 diced yellow onion and 8 chopped bacon strips, cooking for 6-7 minutes until onions are translucent and bacon is crisp. Remove from heat and drain excess fat.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until smooth.
- Step 3: Stir in the cooked bacon and onion mixture along with 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
- Step 4: Roll out 2 sheets of puff pastry on a floured surface. Line a 9-inch pie dish with one sheet, pressing gently to fit.
- Step 5: Pour the egg mixture into the puff pastry-lined pie dish. Cover with the second puff pastry sheet and seal edges by pressing with a fork. Cut a few small vents on top to release steam.
- Step 6: Bake for 35-40 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and the egg filling is set (a knife inserted should come out clean).
- Step 7: Let the pie rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Bacon and Cheese Breakfast Pie with Puff Pastry take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (20 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Bacon and Cheese Breakfast Pie with Puff Pastry?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Bacon and Cheese Breakfast Pie with Puff Pastry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Bacon and Cheese Breakfast Pie with Puff Pastry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Bacon and Cheese Breakfast Pie with Puff Pastry?
Australian breakfast like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
