12 Easy Breakfast Skillet Recipes for a Great Morning Start

 




 

5. Giant Cast Iron Cinnamon Roll

Giant Cast Iron Cinnamon Roll

Not all breakfast recipes are created equal, but we’re equally as taken by this slice-and-serve cinnamon roll as we are by the cream-cheese frosting. Although it may look like just one portion, this cast-iron skillet sweet roll actually serves 16.

No one will be able to resist this ooey-gooey cream cheese-iced giant cinnamon roll! Each and every bite along the spiral cooks to perfection in cast iron.

Ingredients

  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 16 ounce loaves frozen white bread dough, thawed
  •  cup butter, melted
  • ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • 1 cup canned or homemade cream cheese frosting

Directions

  1. Grease and flour a 10- or 12-inch cast iron skillet; set aside. In a small bowl combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon; set aside.

  2. On a lightly floured surface roll each loaf of dough into a 15×7-inch rectangle, stopping occasionally to let the dough relax if necessary. Brush each rectangle generously with melted butter; sprinkle with sugar mixture (and nuts if using). Use your hands to pat the sugar firmly over the dough. Cut each rectangle lengthwise into seven 1-inch strips. Roll one strip into a loose spiral to create the center of the cinnamon roll and gently place in the center of the prepared skillet. Gently wrap dough strips around the center roll in a loose spiral until all strips have been used (expect this process to be a bit messy). Cover and let rise in a warm place until nearly double in size (45 to 60 minutes)

  3. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°F. Place skillet in preheated oven and bake 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown (195°F to 200°F). Spread with frosting while warm.

6. Egg White Scramble with Spinach and Cherry Tomatoes

Egg White Scramble with Spinach and Cherry Tomatoes

If you’re looking for a protein-packed breakfast under 150 calories, here you go. Garlic and Parmesan cheese boost the flavor enough so you’d never suspect the dish is low in calories.

Ingredients

  • 12 egg whites, 10 egg whites and 1 whole egg, or 1 1/2 cups refrigerated or frozen egg product, thawed
  • ½ cup milk, half-and-half, or light cream
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 cup packed fresh baby spinach
  • 2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl combine egg whites, milk, salt, and pepper. Beat with a whisk until well mixed; set aside.

  2. In a large nonstick skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook and stir for 30 seconds. Add spinach and tomatoes; cook and stir about 1 minute or until spinach is wilted and tomatoes are softened. Remove mixture from skillet; keep warm.

  3. Pour egg white mixture into skillet. Cook over medium heat, without stirring, until mixture begins to set on the bottom and around the edges. Using a spatula or large spoon, lift and fold the partially cooked egg white mixture so the uncooked portion flows underneath. Continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes or until egg white mixture is cooked through but is still glossy and moist. Remove from heat. Serve with spinach mixture and sprinkle with cheese.