Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This quiche is absolutely, hands-down, my favorite freezer meal ever! Every time I make a ham and have leftovers (which is pretty much every time I make a ham), I put together two or three of these quiches and keep them in the freezer for those times I just don’t feel like cooking.
- Make It Ahead: Assemble in advance and freeze for a ready-to-bake meal on busy mornings or when you have unexpected guests.
- No Thawing Required: Goes straight from the freezer to the oven—no need to plan ahead!
- Customizable: Change it up with different cheeses, veggies, or protein, based on what you have on hand.
- Serve It For Any Meal: It’s ideal for breakfast or brunch, but it also makes a great lunch or simple dinner paired with a salad or fresh fruit.
After you preview the recipe card, be sure to look below for ingredient substitutions, recipe and storage tips, and suggestions for pairings and tasty variations!
Make Ahead Quiche
This easy ham and cheese quiche is a comforting, make-ahead favorite that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner. The best part? You can prep it in advance and freeze it—just pop it in the oven straight from the freezer for a delicious meal anytime.
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 336kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterrey Jack cheese
- 1 9 inch unbaked pie crust
- 1/2 cup cooked ham diced
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup Half and Half
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Dash of pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground dry mustard
- 2 green onions chopped
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, toss the 1 tablespoon flour with the 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup shredded Monterrey Jack cheese. Evenly spread the cheese over the bottom of the unbaked pie crust. Top the cheese with the 1/2 cup cooked ham (diced).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 4 eggs, 1 cup Half and Half, 1/4 teaspoon salt, Dash of pepper and 1/4 teaspoon ground dry mustard. Stir in the 2 green onions. Pour the egg mixture over the ham and cheese.
- Cover the unbaked quiche with plastic wrap, then with foil, sealing the edges well. Place the prepared quiche in the freezer.
- When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Do not thaw the quiche!
- Remove the foil and plastic wrap. Place the foil around the edges of the crust to prevent burning.
- Place the frozen quiche in the oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
- To cook the quiche immediately (without freezing first), preheat the oven to 350 degrees and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 336kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 138mg | Sodium: 512mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g
Keep scrolling for tips, ingredient substitutions, answers to frequently asked questions and more!
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- Pie Crust Options: A store-bought 9-inch unbaked pie crust works perfectly and saves lots of time, but you can use homemade if you prefer. If you choose to make your own, I suggest my recipe for Grandma’s Secret Pie Crust.
- Cheese Choices: Feel free to use any cheese you love—Swiss, Gruyère, mozzarella, or a cheese blend all work well.
- Half and Half Substitutions: You can substitute whole milk or a mix of milk and cream if you don’t have Half and Half, or it’s not available where you live.
Recipe Tips
- Toss the cheese and flour together: This helps keep the cheese from sinking to the bottom of the quiche and keeps it evenly distributed throughout the filling.
- Really whisk those eggs! A well-whisked egg mixture helps create a smooth, custardy texture when baked.
- Freeze before baking – When making ahead, wrap tightly with plastic wrap and foil. Freezing before baking keeps the crust crisp and prevents sogginess.
- Checking for doneness: The quiche is done when the center is set and no longer jiggles. You can also insert a sharp knife in the center—if it comes out clean, it’s ready.
- Let it rest: Allow the quiche to sit for 5–10 minutes after baking so it sets up fully and slices cleanly.
- When reheating a whole baked quiche from the fridge or freezer, cover the crust edges with foil to prevent over-browning.
Storage and Reheating
Obviously this quiche is meant to be made ahead and stored in the freezer until it’s time to bake. To store leftovers after baking, let the quiche cool completely then transfer slices to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
For best results, cover loosely with foil and reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 15–20 minutes, or until heated through. To reheat in the microwave, Place a slice on a microwave-safe plate and heat on medium power in 30-second intervals until warmed through. This method is quick, but may soften the crust.
Variations & Fun Twists
- Veggie Lovers Quiche: Add sautéed spinach, mushrooms, bell peppers, or broccoli for extra color and nutrition. Cook and drain the veggies well before adding them to avoid excess moisture.
- Cheesy Variations: Swap in Swiss, Gruyère, feta, or pepper jack for a fun twist. Mixing a sharp cheese with a melty one adds great flavor!
- Low Carb: For a lower-carb version, skip the crust and pour the filling into a greased pie pan or muffin tin for mini crustless quiches.
- Swap the Protein: Replace the ham with cooked bacon or cooked crumbled sausage.
99 comments
Lisa A Pratte
I am going to make this for Easter. I am going to use a gluten-free crust and leaving out the meat for a gluten-free guest. It looks delicious and I can’t wait to make it ahead and free it , then bake it. I have a recipe from All Recipes that looks delicious also, but I don’t think the steps would allow me to make it ahead of time. Time is important on Easter morning!
Erica
Did it work?? About to use a GF crust to make this for my upcoming Galentine’s Day brunch with my girlies 🙂
Karen Wiseman
Very good recipe, but at 400 degrees even, took much longer than 1 hr and half to solidfy in the middle from raw frozen. About an 1″ to 1.5″ f quiche and crust cooked, but not center set.
Erin
This recipe is my new go-to! For my first time, I doubled the recipe, made and cooked one right away, and froze the other. About a month later, I baked the frozen quiche according to the instructions here. I was skeptical, but oh my goodness, I think it tasted better than the first one I made right away (not frozen). I’m so thankful for your post! The family raved about it! Thank you!