Bacon, Leek, and Gruyère Puff Pastry Quiche
A classic French-inspired quiche with smoky bacon, tender leeks, and melty Gruyère, baked in a crisp puff pastry shell for the perfect weekend brunch. This french-inspired brunch ready in about 65 minutes pairs sheet (17 oz) Puff pastry, chopped Bacon, chopped Chives for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet (17 oz) Puff pastry
- 4 slices, chopped Bacon
- 1 medium, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced Leek
- 1/4 cup, chopped Chives
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream
- 1/4 cup, shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Unroll 1 sheet (17 oz) puff pastry and press into a 9-inch pie dish, trimming excess edges. Prick bottom with a fork and bake for 15 minutes until golden. Remove and let cool.
- Step 2: Cook 4 slices chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon, leaving 1 tbsp bacon fat in the skillet. Add 1 cup sliced leek and cook for 5 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped chives and cook 1 more minute.
- Step 3: In a bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until smooth.
- Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup shredded Gruyère, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, and 1/2 cup reserved bacon. Fold in the cooked leek mixture.
- Step 5: Pour filling into the pre-baked crust and spread evenly.
- Step 6: Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until center is set. Rest 10 minutes before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Bacon, Leek, and Gruyère Puff Pastry Quiche take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (20 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Bacon, Leek, and Gruyère Puff Pastry Quiche?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sheet (17 oz) puff pastry from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Bacon, Leek, and Gruyère Puff Pastry Quiche?
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, Leek, and Gruyère Puff Pastry Quiche 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, Leek, and Gruyère Puff Pastry Quiche?
French brunch 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.
