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Start your morning right with a wholesome meal cooked in cast iron. These Cast Iron Breakfast Recipes are filling, easy to make, and of course, delicious! With everything from crepes to quiche to brioche French toast, you’ll surely be able to craft a crowd-pleasing breakfast.
Dinner always gets so much attention, but I think it’s time to give breakfast the respect it deserves!
Whether it’s a rushed early morning meal before school and work or a more elaborate Saturday brunch, breakfast does not have to be boring (and it definitely shouldn’t be skipped!).
This collection of cast iron breakfast recipes has something for everyone: simple but hearty casseroles, fun and adventurous dishes, and make-ahead meals that can be taken on the go.
Grab your cast iron skillet (and maybe a bread pan or waffle iron) and let’s make mornings the best part of the day!
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Cast Iron Egg Recipes
English Muffin Omelette
The only thing better than an omelette is an omelette served atop an English muffin! Bonus points if it’s a homemade freshly milled English muffin, but you can’t go wrong either way.
Learn how to cook the perfect omelette and make it into a breakfast sandwich for a satisfying and tasty breakfast!
Get the recipe for English Muffin Omelettes here.
Sheet Pan Eggs
Making eggs for a crowd or meal prep? Sheet pan eggs are the way to go! In just a few minutes of hands-on time, you can have eggs, veggies, and sausage ready to eat on toast, in a sandwich, or as a breakfast burrito filling.
Learn how to make these easy Sheet Pan Eggs!
Easy Egg Muffins with Sausage
These protein-packed, flavorful egg muffins with sausage make the perfect breakfast for busy mornings. They can be eaten on-the-go and easily reheated, so they’re a great option for meal prepping at the beginning of the week.
Start your morning right with Easy Egg Muffins with Sausage.
Soy Sauce Eggs
Skip the scrambled and fried eggs this week for something a little more adventurous. Soy sauce-marinated soft boiled eggs are a fun protein to have in the fridge for a quick meal, and they take this classic breakfast food to a whole new level!
Learn how to make Soy Sauce Eggs here.
Eggs in a Bagel
This recipe is a fun twist on regular old bagels that will leave you satisfied until lunch! Make them with your favorite store-bought bagel, or try a homemade onion bagel or no-rise greek yogurt bagel.
Make your own Eggs in a Bagel with this simple recipe.
Chili Scrambled Eggs
Add some spice to your classic scrambled eggs! These chili eggs are so flavorful, and they taste amazing with your favorite toasted bread. They’re nearly as easy to make as regular scrambled eggs but way more exciting!
Get the recipe for Chili Scrambled Eggs here.
Cast Iron Quiche
Did you know you can make a fluffy, flavorful quiche in a cast iron skillet? No pie dish needed! With chunks of ham, diced potatoes, and plenty of shredded cheese, this cast iron quiche is as filling as it is yummy.
Make a hearty Cast Iron Quiche with this recipe.
Breakfast Skillet Recipes
Sausage Breakfast Skillet
I love a one-dish meal, and this sausage breakfast skillet is truly a winner! It’s made with crispy potatoes, savory sausage, and fresh veggies, with the perfect over easy eggs on top. You get all of your favorite breakfast elements in one pan!
Find the recipe for Sausage Breakfast Skillet here.
Cast Iron Bacon
If you ask me, bacon is best made in a cast iron skillet. It heats evenly, brings out the best flavor in the bacon, and you get to season your cast iron a little while you’re at it! Indulge in everyone’s favorite breakfast meat, made in your trusty cast iron skillet.
Learn how to make perfect Cast Iron Bacon here!
Cast Iron Pancakes, Waffles and Crepes
How to Make Pancakes in Cast Iron
Skip the griddle and make your pancakes in a cast iron skillet! These pancakes are beautifully fluffy, lightly sweet, and have a buttery, crispy exterior from the steady heat of cast iron. Slather them with butter and maple syrup, or add your favorite pancake toppings!
Learn How to Make Pancakes in Cast Iron here.
Cast Iron Waffles
This stovetop cast iron waffle maker makes the absolute best waffles ever! They are crispy on the outside and tender in the middle, with an irresistible buttery flavor.
Find the recipe for Cast Iron Waffles here!
Waffle Recipe No Milk
When I’m making breakfast for my dairy-free friends and family, I want fluffy waffles that taste just as good as those made with milk. These milk-free waffles are made with water (no alternative milk needed), and they are absolutely delicious. Whether you’re avoiding milk or you’ve just run out of it, you can still have amazing waffles!
Make no milk Dairy-Free Waffles with this easy recipe
Dutch Baby Pancake
Dutch baby pancakes are one of the easiest breakfast recipes to make, and they are so fun and delicious! Watch them puff up in the oven, then enjoy a tender, sweet cake topped with fruit and maple syrup.
Get the recipe for Dutch Baby Pancake.
Skillet Crepes
Crepes are such a simple and nourishing breakfast. They feel fancy and decadent, but they’re really quite easy to make! You don’t even need a special crepe pan — just make them in your trusty cast iron skillet.
Make flawless crepes every time with this Skillet Crepes recipe!
Breakfast Casserole and French Toast Recipes
Cast Iron Breakfast Casserole
I love a good casserole — it’s easy to make, packed with flavor, and you get your protein, carbs, and veggies all in one tasty dish! This breakfast casserole is easy to whip up with eggs, sausage, veggies, and hash browns.
Keep breakfast simple and filling with this Cast Iron Breakfast Casserole.
Sourdough French Toast Casserole
You can get all of the deliciousness of French toast without the hassle by making this sourdough French toast casserole! Toss your ingredients in the cast iron skillet and let the oven do the work. It’s great to make for a crowd, or on busy mornings when you need something hands-off.
Get the recipe for Sourdough French Toast Casserole here.
Cranberry French Toast Casserole
I make this cranberry French toast casserole almost every Christmas morning, and it’s always a hit! A sweet and tender French toast base is a wonderful complement to tart, juicy cranberries. It’s the perfect fall and winter breakfast!
Make your own Cranberry French Toast Casserole with this easy recipe.
Chocolate Chip Brioche French Toast
If you haven’t tried French toast made with brioche bread, you are in for a treat. This chocolate chip brioche French toast is rich and buttery, and the chocolate chips add the perfect touch. It’s crispy on the outside with a pillowy, custard-like interior.
Get the recipe for Chocolate Chip Brioche French Toast here.
Breakfast Biscuits and Breads
Cast Iron Biscuits
I love flaky, buttery homemade biscuits, especially when they’re baked in my cast iron skillet! Have them with honey butter or homemade sausage gravy for a wholesome, comforting breakfast.
Make flaky Cast Iron Biscuits with this recipe!
Cast Iron Banana Bread
Banana bread is the perfect baked good to keep on hand for quick breakfasts! It can be taken on the go, or added to a plate of eggs or homemade breakfast sausage for a simple, tasty breakfast.
Get the recipe for Cast Iron Banana Bread here.
Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bake
Apple cinnamon oatmeal bake is a warm and comforting meal that’s easy to make for a large group! My kids love it so much more than stovetop cooked oatmeal, and it’s actually easier to make. My favorite part? The apples and cinnamon make it feel like you’re eating apple crisp for breakfast.
Find the recipe for Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bake here.
Make-Ahead Breakfast Recipes
Overnight Oats
It doesn’t get easier than overnight oats. All you have to do is toss the ingredients in a jar the night before, give it a stir, and in the morning you have an easy, satisfying breakfast with absolutely no additional preparation!
Learn how to make the best Overnight Oats here.
Pumpkin Yogurt
Yogurt is always an easy breakfast, but with just a minute of additional prep work, you can have the tastiest pumpkin yogurt, sweetened only with maple syrup! This recipe is a fall favorite that I find myself making year-round — it’s just that good.
Get the recipe for Pumpkin Yogurt here.
Protein Cinnamon Rolls
Would you believe me if I told you that you could have cinnamon rolls for breakfast AND hit your protein goals? These protein cinnamon rolls are made without any yeast or rise time, and they don’t have that grainy texture that you often get with protein powder. You can enjoy your favorite treat much more often with this recipe!
Learn how to make Protein Cinnamon Rolls with this make-ahead recipe.
Homemade Granola Bars
Homemade granola bars are so easy to make, you’ll never need to buy store-bought bars again! I love keeping these stocked in my kitchen for rushed mornings when we need something nourishing yet fast.
Stock up on Homemade Granola Bars with this easy recipe.
Frequently Asked Questions
I’d suggest a 10-inch or 12-inch cast iron skillet. That will allow you to make the majority of cast iron recipes, and it’s an easy enough size to handle and store!
Great question! Cleaning cast iron is so easy, and before you ask: yes, you can use dish soap! Learn the ins and outs of how to clean your cast iron skillet in my full tutorial post.
A well-seasoned skillet is the first step. If yours needs a little TLC, you can learn how to season cast iron here. After that, the key is properly preheating it and using a bit of butter or oil! Never put eggs into a cold skillet — that is a sure way to have them stick to the pan.
Conclusion
I hope this list gave you some ideas and inspiration for making a wonderful breakfast with your cast iron skillet! I use mine in just about every single meal I make, and breakfast is certainly no exception.
Whether it’s on the stove, like bacon or scrambled eggs, or in the oven, like quiche and biscuits. A cast iron skillet is ideal for both!
If you’d like to utilize the cast iron skillet for more of your cooking, check out my 60 best cast iron skillet recipes next. You might also love these related posts:
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- 39 Cozy Fall Dinner Recipes
Don’t forget to bookmark or pin this page to come back and find more breakfast recipes, and let me know in the comments what you’re going to make first!
