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Air Fryer Egg White Quiche

Air Fryer Egg White Quiche

5 from 2 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings

Description

A high-protein air fryer egg white quiche with a genuinely crisp pastry base — not a crustless workaround. Par-baking the empty shell for five minutes is what keeps the bottom from going soggy under the egg filling.

Ingredients 

  • 6 inch round of pie crust dough, about ⅓ of a refrigerated rolled crust
  • 2 tablespoons cooked vegetables, well drained
  • ⅛ cup cheddar cheese, grated
  • 2 large egg whites, or ¼ cup carton egg whites
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Remove the refrigerated pie crust from the fridge 15 minutes before starting.
  • Unroll the crust, set the tart pan on top, and cut a circle about 1 inch wider than the pan.
  • Press the crust into the tart pan, tucking down the sides. Trim so the crust is level with the top edge.
  • Place the tart pan in the air fryer basket and cook at 300°F for 5 minutes to par-bake the crust.
  • Sprinkle the grated cheese over the base of the par-baked crust, then add the cooked vegetables.
  • Whisk the egg whites and heavy cream together until smooth and slightly frothy.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the filling, stopping level with the top edge of the crust. Do not overfill. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Return to the air fryer basket and cook at 300°F for 8 to 10 minutes, until the center is set and no longer wobbles.
  • Rest 1 to 2 minutes, then push the removable bottom up to release the quiche. Slide a spatula underneath to lift it off the base plate.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • ** 5-inch tart pan with removable bottom,
  • Cooking Spray

Notes

  • The 5-minute par-bake is not optional if you want a crisp bottom crust.
  • Vegetables must be cooked and drained first, or the custard will be watery.
  • Two quiches usually fit at once in a basket air fryer with no change to cook time.
  • Oven-style air fryers may need 1 to 2 extra minutes.
  • Reheat at 300°F for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Store refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 562kcalCarbohydrates: 96gProtein: 21gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 1669mgPotassium: 99mgFiber: 4gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 933IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 62mgIron: 5mg