Basketball Bites Quiche
A playful quiche shaped like a basketball, layered with cheesy goodness and crispy edges. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 45 minutes pairs large eggs, milk, shredded cheddar cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup, shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup, chopped spinach
- 1 cup, sliced mushrooms
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 tbsp, melted butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a mixing bowl, whisk 4 large eggs, 1/4 cup milk, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper.
- Step 2: Fold in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup chopped spinach, and 1 cup sliced mushrooms. Pour into a greased 9-inch round baking dish.
- Step 3: Sprinkle 2 tbsp flour and 1 tbsp melted butter over the top, creating a crusted edge. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and set. Let cool slightly, then slice into basketball-shaped wedges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Basketball Bites Quiche take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Basketball Bites 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 large eggs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Basketball Bites 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 Basketball Bites 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 Basketball Bites Quiche?
American sheet pan 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
