A Timeless Savoury Favourite
Spelt Quiche Lorraine combines a crisp pastry base with a rich, creamy filling. The spelt crust bakes firm and golden without heaviness. Smoked bacon adds depth, while eggs and cream create a smooth set. This quiche slices cleanly and holds its shape well. It suits lunches, picnics, and simple family meals.
Why This Quiche Works
Spelt flour gives structure and a mild nutty flavour. The pastry stays crisp under the filling. The custard sets evenly without drying out. The recipe uses basic steps and clear timings. It works well warm or cold.
Spelt Quiche Lorraine
Description
A classic Quiche Lorraine made with a crisp spelt pastry and a smooth egg and cream filling with smoked bacon. This savoury bake is simple, reliable, and perfect for lunches, picnics, or light dinners.
Ingredients
Spelt Pastry
Filling
Instructions
Prepare pastry.
- Mix spelt flour and salt. Rub in butter until crumb-like. Add cold water and bring into a dough.
Chill.
- Wrap and chill for 15 minutes.
Blind bake.
- Roll out pastry, line a tart tin, prick base. Bake at 190°C for 15 minutes with baking beans. Remove beans and bake 5 minutes more.
Cook bacon.
- Fry bacon until lightly crisp. Drain excess fat.
Mix custard.
- Whisk eggs, cream, milk, pepper, and nutmeg.
Assemble quiche.
- Spread bacon over pastry base. Pour custard on top.
Bake.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until set with a slight wobble.
Rest.
- Cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 420kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 32g50%
- Saturated Fat 18g90%
- Cholesterol 215mg72%
- Sodium 520mg22%
- Potassium 210mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 22g8%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 12g24%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Additional Notes
- Keep pastry cold to avoid shrinkage.
- Do not overbake; a slight wobble means a creamy centre.
Optional Substitutions & Variations
- Add 100 g grated Gruyère or Cheddar.
- Replace bacon with sautéed mushrooms for a vegetarian option.
- Use half cream, half crème fraîche for a lighter texture.
Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Serve cold or reheat gently at 160°C.
- Freeze baked quiche slices for up to 2 months.
