Air Fryer Mini Quiche

Ready in about 31 minutes.

Updated 7 September 2026

Buttery little quiches with a silky egg custard and crisp pastry base. The air fryer bakes the shells to golden and sets the filling gently, making elegant brunch bites in minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet shortcrust pastry
  • 3 eggs
  • 100 ml single cream
  • 60 g cheese, grated
  • 60 g cooked bacon or ham, chopped
  • 1 spring onion, sliced
  • Salt and pepper

Method

  1. 1Cut circles from the pastry and press into greased silicone moulds.
  2. 2Preheat the air fryer to 170°C/340°F.
  3. 3Whisk the eggs, cream, salt and pepper together.
  4. 4Divide the bacon, cheese and onion between the cases, then add the custard.
  5. 5Cook for 14-17 minutes until the pastry is golden and filling set to 71°C/160°F.
  6. 6Cool for 5 minutes before removing from the moulds.

Tips for the best results

  • Chill the pastry cases for 10 minutes to reduce shrinking.
  • Do not overfill; the custard rises as it cooks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What temperature and time for air fryer mini quiche?+

Cook at 170°C / 340°F for 14-17 min.

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