Smoked Salmon and Cheddar Quiche Bites

Inspired by the classic American quiche, these bite-sized Smoked Salmon and Cheddar Quiche Bites offer a delightful twist on a classic breakfast dish. Flaky pastry crusts, creamy eggs, and the rich flavors of smoked salmon and cheddar cheese create a truly irresistible taste experience that is sure to start your day off right.

🛒 Ingredients

• 6 oz Smoked Salmon
• 1 cup, shredded Cheddar Cheese
• 4 eggs Eggs
• 1 cup Heavy Cream
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
• 1/2 stick Unsalted Butter
• 1 1/2 cups All-purpose Flour
• 1/2 cup Cold Water
• 1/2 cup Frozen Chopped Spinach
• 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley
• 1/4 cup Fresh Chives

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

3. 3

   Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the egg mixture and stir to combine.

4. 4

   Add the chopped spinach to the egg mixture and stir to combine.

5. 5

   Roll out the puff pastry to a thickness of about 1/8 inch (3 mm).

6. 6

   Cut out circles of pastry using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass.

7. 7

   Place a tablespoon of the egg mixture in the center of each pastry circle.

8. 8

   Top the egg mixture with a piece of smoked salmon, folding it in half to enclose.

9. 9

   Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg and press to seal.

10. 10

    Place the quiche bites on the prepared baking sheet and brush with the beaten egg.

11. 11

    Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

💡 Pro Tips

To ensure flaky pastry, keep the butter and water cold. Don't overfill the pastry bites, as they will expand during baking. For an extra crispy pastry, brush with egg wash before baking.

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