Quiche Lorraine

Name: Quiche Lorraine
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought), fitted into a 9-inch tart pan; 200g thick-cut bacon, cut into lardons; 4 large eggs; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup whole milk; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon butter

Published: June 5, 2026 | French Cuisine | ⏱ 1h 10min

Golden quiche Lorraine with bacon and creamy custard filling sliced on a wooden board

Quiche Lorraine is a timeless French classic from the Lorraine region. A buttery, flaky crust cradles a rich filling of smoky bacon, eggs, and cream. No cheese, no vegetables — the original is pure and unadorned, relying on quality ingredients and a silky custard. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner with a green salad.

Recipe Info

Prep Time25 min

Cook Time45 min

Total Time1h 10min

Servings6

DifficultyMedium

CuisineFrench

1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought), fitted into a 9-inch tart pan
200g thick-cut bacon, cut into lardons
4 large eggs
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon butter

2 Instructions

Blind bake the crust

Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Prick the pie crust with a fork, line with parchment and pie weights, and bake for 15 minutes. Remove weights and parchment, bake 5 more minutes until lightly golden. Set aside.

Cook the bacon

Cook the lardons in a skillet over medium heat until just crisp. Drain on paper towels. Spread evenly in the bottom of the par-baked crust.

Make the custard

Whisk together eggs, heavy cream, milk, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until smooth. Do not over-beat — you want to avoid creating too many air bubbles.

Fill and bake

Pour the custard over the bacon in the crust. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 35–40 minutes until the custard is set but still has a slight jiggle in the center.

Cool and serve

Let the quiche cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing. It can be served warm, at room temperature, or cold.

Pro Tips

Traditional Quiche Lorraine does not include cheese — that variation is called Quiche au Fromage.
The secret to a silky custard is using heavy cream and not over-baking. The center should wobble slightly when removed from the oven.
Blind baking the crust prevents a soggy bottom — don't skip this step.

Nutrition Information

Calories	410 kcal
Protein	16g
Fat	30g
Saturated Fat	g
Carbohydrates	20g
Fiber	1g
Sugar	g
Sodium	580mg

* Nutritional values are approximate and based on per-serving calculations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Adding cheese makes it Quiche au Fromage rather than traditional Quiche Lorraine. If you prefer it, Gruyère is the classic choice.

Yes, quiche keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days. It also freezes well — wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.

Rating

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.8 (131 votes)

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