Fun-sized Mini Quiches with Spinach & Goat Cheese
Individual savory tarts with a buttery crust, creamy spinach filling, and tangy goat cheese, ideal for brunch or appetizers. This french-inspired recipe ready in about 52 minutes pairs melted unsalted butter, chopped fresh spinach, finely minced shallot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 12, 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
- 8 sheets (1 sheet = 9x12 inches) phyllo dough
- 3 tbsp, melted unsalted butter
- 2 cups, chopped fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup, finely minced shallot
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup, crumbled goat cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush a standard 12-cup muffin tin with 1 tbsp melted butter, then line each cup with a phyllo sheet, brushing each sheet with 1/2 tsp melted butter before adding the next (use 2 sheets per cup for crispness).
- Step 2: In a skillet over medium heat, cook 1/4 cup minced shallot in 1/2 tsp melted butter until translucent (about 3 minutes), then add 2 cups chopped spinach and cook until wilted and excess moisture evaporates (2-3 minutes).
- Step 3: Whisk together 3 large eggs, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a bowl until smooth.
- Step 4: Stir 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese and the cooked spinach mixture into the egg cream mixture until fully combined.
- Step 5: Divide the filling evenly among the 12 phyllo-lined muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Step 6: Bake for 20-22 minutes until the filling is set and edges are golden brown, then let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Fun-sized Mini Quiches with Spinach & Goat Cheese take to make?
Total time is about 52 minutes (30 min prep + 22 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 Fun-sized Mini Quiches with Spinach & Goat Cheese?
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 melted unsalted butter from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Fun-sized Mini Quiches with Spinach & Goat Cheese?
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 Fun-sized Mini Quiches with Spinach & Goat Cheese for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). 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 Fun-sized Mini Quiches with Spinach & Goat Cheese?
French mains 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
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 22-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
