Make Ahead Freezer Meals Quiche Recipe

This make ahead freezer meals quiche recipe is the best because quiche can be enjoyed as a breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner!  Plus, making food ahead of time always saves you from rushing around looking for what to make.

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With crazy busy schedules and so many ‘to dos’ and things going on at work-after work- just life in general, I’m finding myself making more ‘make ahead’ and freezer meals lately. I’m really relying on my good ‘ole freezer so that when mealtime comes around, I’m not left wondering what to make.

If I can open my freezer and pull something out to warm and enjoy, I’m calling that a win! But I don’t like things that taste like ‘freezer’ you know? Certain things just freeze and reheat well, like this quiche!

Why You’ll Love This Quiche

• Meal Prep Hero: Make a batch ahead and freeze for future breakfasts, lunches, or dinners – perfect for busy days.
• Versatile & Customizable: Add your favorite fillings like veggies, cheese, or meats to suit your tastes.
• Freezer-Friendly: This quiche holds up well in the freezer and reheats beautifully without losing flavor or texture.
• Family Friendly: Easy to slice, serve, and enjoy – even picky eaters will love it!
• Simple Ingredients: No complicated steps or hard-to-find pantry items – just a delicious, easy meal.

This make ahead freezer quiche is absolutely perfect, it’s a modified version of a recipe I included in my cookbook Fast and Easy Five Ingredient Recipes: A Cookbook for Busy People and one I’ve and made many many times.

I make a vegetarian version with spinach/carrots/cheddar (or really any combination of cheese and veggies you’d like) or I make meat version with prosciutto and Parmesan cheese.

Quiche always reminds me of my mom and growing up. We would always have quiche on Sundays or when guests came over, because it has a super quick prep time and then in could bake in the oven while we were spending time with family and friends.

There are a few ways you could make this quiche:

• Make and bake immediately – then serve and enjoy.
• Make ahead – put in the freezer unbaked (just be careful transferring it so it doesn’t spill when putting it in the freezer) and then put it directly from the freezer into the oven.
• Make and bake ahead – then put it in the freezer in individual servings so all you have to do is warm it and go.

I’ve included the different baking instructions for whichever way you decide you’d like to make this quiche, and I’ve included the ingredient lists for vegetarian or meat quiche.

Whichever way you make this make ahead freezer quiche recipe, you’ll absolutely love it! It’s so perfect for when you don’t really feel like cooking and want something delicious to enjoy. It’s also suuuuper awesome for meal prep. You can just reheat a slice and enjoy it for a grab and go breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Customizations

• Veggie Delight: Add spinach, broccoli, zucchini, or bell peppers for a nutrient boost.
• Meaty Add-Ins: Cooked bacon, ham, or sausage bring savory flavor.
• Cheese Options: Cheddar, Swiss, feta, or goat cheese all melt beautifully.
• Herb Infusion: Fresh parsley, dill, or chives add bright flavor.

Tips for Success

• Don’t Overfill: Spread ingredients evenly and avoid overstuffing so the quiche cooks uniformly.
• Pre-Cook Veggies: If adding veggies like spinach, mushrooms, or peppers, sauté them first so extra moisture doesn’t make the quiche soggy.
• Cool Before Freezing: Let the quiche cool completely before wrapping and freezing – this helps maintain texture and prevent ice crystals.
• Wrap Well: Use plastic wrap and foil or an airtight freezer container to keep the quiche fresh up to 2-3 months.
• Label & Date: For easy meal prep organization, label with contents and freeze date.

How to make this freezer meal quiche:

Make and bake immediately instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the pie crust on a baking sheet and set aside.
2. Whisk together the eggs, cream, milk, salt and garlic salt until well combined.
3. For the meat version – add in the cheese and prosciutto and then whisk a few times, until the ingredients are combined.
4. For the vegetarian version – add in the cheese and vegetables and then whisk a few times, until the ingredients are combined.
5. Pour the egg mixture into the pie crust and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
6. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Slice and serve.
7. To make-bake-and freeze make the quiche using the above instructions and allow to cool completely. Then cut into 8 pieces.
8. Wrap in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil and place in the freezer.
9. To warm, remove aluminum foil and plastic wrap, and microwave for 2 minutes, then allow to rest for 30 seconds, then enjoy!

Make ahead – put in the freezer unbaked instructions:

1. Place the pie crust on a baking sheet and set aside.
2. Whisk together the eggs, cream, milk, salt and garlic salt until well combined.
3. For the meat version – add in the cheese and prosciutto and then whisk a few times, until the ingredients are combined.
4. For the vegetarian version – add in the cheese and vegetables and then whisk a few times, until the ingredients are combined.
5. Pour egg mixture into the pie crust. Cover the quiche with plastic wrap and then aluminum foil and place in the freezer.
6. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375°F degrees. Do not thaw the quiche.
7. Remove the aluminum foil and plastic wrap. Place foil loosely over the quiche and place the frozen quiche into the oven and bake for 50 minutes. Remove foil, and continue to bake for 30 minutes, or until top is golden brown.

Serving Suggestions

• Breakfast on the Go: Slice and grab with fruit or yogurt.
• Lunch or Brunch: Pair with a fresh green salad or sliced tomatoes.
• Dinner Option: Serve with roasted veggies or a simple soup.
• Snack Slices: Great for munching between meals or in kids’ lunches.

FAQs for quiche

• How long can I freeze quiche? Store in the freezer for 2-3 months in a tightly wrapped container or freezer-safe bag.
• Can I bake quiche straight from frozen? Yes – simply follow the make ahead – put in the freezer unbaked instructions in the recipe card!
• What fillings work best in quiche? Almost anything! Popular choices include spinach, mushrooms, proscioutto, ham, bacon, peppers, and various cheeses.
• Is quiche good for meal prep? Absolutely! Quiche reheats well and makes great breakfasts, lunches, or easy dinners all week long.

I’d love to hear from you in the comments section, what’s your favorite kind of quiche?

Other freezer meal recipes you might enjoy:

• Freezer Frittata Recipe (with Salsa and Sausage)
• 5 of the Best Freezer Meals (no pre cooking required, just prep and freeze!)
• 5 Ingredient Vegetarian Black Bean Freezer Burritos

Find all of my freezer meals here.

Make Ahead Freezer Meals Quiche Recipe

This make ahead freezer meals quiche is such an amazing recipe because quiche can be enjoyed as a breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner!

4.24 from 39 votes

Print Rate

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour

Servings: 8 slices

Equipment

• Freezer Pans

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch deep-dish piecrust pre-made
• 5 large eggs
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup milk
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1 cup shredded cheese use whatever kind of cheese you'd like Parmesan, Swiss, or Cheddar cheese
• 1 package sliced prosciutto (for the meat version) 5.29-ounce
• 1 1/2 cups vegetables for the vegetarian version I like using 1 cup baby spinach, chopped and 1 carrot shredded

Instructions

Make and bake immediately instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the piecrust on a baking sheet and set aside.
• In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, milk, salt and garlic salt until well combined.
• For the meat version add in the cheese and prosciutto and then whisk a few times, until the ingredients are combined.
• For the vegetarian version add in the cheese and vegetables and then whisk a few times, until the ingredients are combined.
• Pour the egg mixture into the piecrust and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. The quiche will puff up. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes (it will set). Slice and serve.
• To make-bake-and freeze make the quiche using the above instructions. allow to cool completely. Then cut into 8 pieces. Wrap in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil and place in the freezer. To warm, remove aluminum foil and plastic wrap, and microwave for 2 minutes, then allow to rest for 30 seconds, then enjoy!

Make ahead- put in the freezer unbaked instructions:

• Place the piecrust on a baking sheet and set aside.
• In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, milk, salt and garlic salt until well combined.
• For the meat version add in the cheese and prosciutto and then whisk a few times, until the ingredients are combined.
• For the vegetarian version add in the cheese and vegetables and then whisk a few times, until the ingredients are combined.
• Pour egg mixture into the pie crust. Cover the quiche with plastic wrap and then aluminum foil and place in the freezer. Be careful when transferring to the freezer (make sure there is a flat surface to put the quiche on!
• When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375°F degrees. Do not thaw the quiche!
• Remove the aluminum foil and plastic wrap. Place foil loosely over the quiche and place the frozen quiche into the oven and bake for 50 minutes. Remove foil, and continue to bake for 30 minutes, or until top is golden brown.

Notes

The nutrition information presented on this site should be considered an estimate as the calculations will change based on the exact products you use in your own kitchen.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 536mg | Potassium: 165mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2208IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 1mg