Inspired by Dorie Greenspan, this dish is great for a buffet at any time of the day
Don’t have any gorgonzola on hand? Another blue cheese can be used for this dish. You can also use half a red onion instead of a regular onion for a nice color effect. 
This apple gorgonzola quiche can be made the day before serving. Bake 25 minutes (with stuffing) and allow to cool to room temperature. Store in the refrigerator. Warm the next day in a preheated oven by baking 15 to 20 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius.
The half-baked quiche (baking the quiche with filling for 25 minutes, allow to cool to room temperature and store in the refrigerator). This can be stored up to 2 days; You can freeze the half-baked quiche, allow to cool to room temperature and wrap it well and freeze up to 1 month.
PrintWarm Gorgonzola and Apple Quiche
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Description
This warm gorgonzola and apple quiche is a hearty brunch dish, perfectly balanced with sweet apple and savory onion flavors.
Ingredients
- 130 grams (4.5 ounces) of flour
- Pinch of salt
- 60 ml (2 ounces) of olive oil
- 60 ml (2 ounces) of ice water
- 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 apple, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 100 grams (3.5 ounces) gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 3 eggs
- 200 ml (7 ounces) cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius (392 degrees Fahrenheit).
- To make the pie dough, mix the flour and a pinch of salt in a blender. Add the olive oil and pulse. Gradually add the ice water while pulsing until the dough comes together.
- Press the dough into a quiche dish, ensuring it covers the base and sides evenly.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent.
- Spread the cooked onion over the prepared pie crust. Arrange the apple slices on top.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the egg mixture over the apples and onions in the quiche dish.
- Sprinkle the crumbled gorgonzola cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake the quiche in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. If preparing in advance, cool to room temperature, then refrigerate. Reheat in a preheated oven at 200 degrees Celsius for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can substitute gorgonzola with any blue cheese. Use half a red onion for a color variation. The quiche can be made a day in advance; bake for 25 minutes, cool, and refrigerate. Reheat before serving. The half-baked quiche can be frozen for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 25 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 10 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I substitute gorgonzola with another type of cheese?
Yes, you can use another blue cheese if you don’t have gorgonzola on hand.
What is the benefit of using a red onion instead of a regular onion in this quiche?
Using half a red onion adds a nice color effect to the quiche, enhancing its visual appeal.
How should I store the quiche if I make it a day in advance?
After baking for 25 minutes, allow the quiche to cool to room temperature, then store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.
Très délicieux! It was just like something you’d find at a bistro in Paris. Merci beaucoup!
To me this is a very promising recipe and I want to prepare it to try it out.
Unfortunately there is no temperature given for the oven.