🥮 Cheddar Crab & Shrimp Mini Quiches

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Elegant, seafood-packed mini quiches with a creamy custard filling and sharp cheddar—ideal for brunch, gatherings, or smart indulgence!

Prep Time: 15 minutes · Cook Time: 20–25 minutes · Total Time: ~40 minutes
Yield: about 12 mini quiches (serves 6–8)
Dietary Tags: Seafood · High-Protein · W-W Adaptable

📚 Table of Contents

  1. What Makes These Bites Amazing

  2. Ingredients You’ll Need

  3. Quick Recipe Overview

  4. Step‑by‑Step Assembly Guide

  5. Storage & Make‑Ahead Tips

  6. W-W‑Friendly Swaps & Customizations

  7. Nutrition & W-W SmartPoints

  8. Tips & FAQs

  9. Kristy’s Personal Note

  10. More Party‑Ready Recipes

  11. Bake, Serve & Share!

🌟 1. What Makes These Bites Amazing

Savory, creamy, and bite-sized—these seafood mini quiches are perfect for entertaining or easy meals. Fresh crab and shrimp blend with sharp cheddar and a velvety egg custard, all nestled in a crisp phyllo or pre-made shell. They’re as elegant as they are effortless!

🛒 2. Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 1 cup cooked crab meat (fresh or canned)

  • 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 6 large eggs + 1 cup milk (dairy or light)

  • ½ cup diced onion

  • ½ cup diced bell pepper (any color)

  • ½ tsp salt · ¼ tsp black pepper · ¼ tsp paprika

  • Pastry options: phyllo pastry (cut into squares) or mini pre-made pastry shells

🥄 3. Quick Recipe Overview

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Whisk eggs + milk, fold in seafood, cheese, veggies, and seasonings.

  3. Line muffin tin with phyllo or pastry shells.

  4. Fill liners with mixture.

  5. Bake 20–25 minutes until golden and set.

  6. Cool slightly—serve warm or at room temperature.

👩‍🍳 4. Step‑by‑Step Assembly Guide

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

  • Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  • Line a 12-cup mini muffin pan with phyllo squares (brush lightly with butter) or fill with ready-made shells.

Step 2: Make the Custard Filling

  • In a bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until smooth.

  • Stir in crab, shrimp, cheddar, onion, bell pepper, salt, black pepper, and paprika until evenly combined.

Step 3: Fill & Bake

  • Spoon filling into each liner (around 2/3 full).

  • Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until tops are golden brown and filling is set.

Step 4: Cool & Serve

  • Let quiches cool in pan for 5 minutes to firm up.

  • Carefully remove and serve warm or at room temperature.

🥡 5. Storage & Make‑Ahead Tips

  • Refrigerate: Store cooled quiches in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Reheat: Warm in a 325°F oven for 5–8 minutes.

  • Freeze: Freeze individually on a tray, then store in a resealable bag up to 2 months. Reheat from frozen.

🥗 6. W-W‑Friendly Swaps & Customizations

  • Shells: Use foil liners or skip pastry shells entirely (bake mini frittatas) to reduce points.

  • Dairy: Choose light cheese and swap milk for a lower-fat option.

  • Extra Add-Ins: Add fresh herbs (chives, parsley), spinach, or diced tomatoes.

  • Greens-Version: Substitute seafood with cooked spinach or roasted pepper for a veggie-filled mini quiche.

🍽 7. Nutrition & W-W SmartPoints (per mini quiche, approximate)

  • Calories: ~90 kcal

  • Protein: 6 g

  • Carbs: 3 g

  • Fat: 6 g

  • W-W SmartPoints: 2–3 (omit crust for 1‑point bites)

❓ 8. Tips & FAQs

Q: Can I use U‑shaped phyllo cups?
A: Absolutely—fill and bake exactly as shown.

Q: How do I prep ahead?
A: Fill liners and refrigerate up to 8 hours before baking.

Q: Can these be made gluten‑free?
A: Yes—use gluten-free pastry shells or omit for a crustless version.

📝 9. Kristy’s Personal Note

I love serving these at gatherings because they’re always a hit—elegant, handheld, and packed with flavor. My trick? Crisping the phyllo just right and using fresh seafood. You can also tone them down for a lighter, weekday snack!

🍴 10. More Party‑Ready Recipes

  • Mini Spinach & Feta Frittatas

  • W-W-Friendly Chicken & Broccoli Cups

  • Phyllo Brie Bites with Cranberry

  • Vegetable Quinoa Muffins

📸 11. Bake, Serve & Share!

Did you bake these Cheddar Crab & Shrimp Mini Quiches? Tag me @KristyCookRecipes on Instagram—I love seeing your bite-sized delights! Comment below with your favorite crust style or seafood combo—it’s time to snack smart and look fabulous doing it!

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