Slow down and enjoy your morning with any of these slow-cooker breakfast recipes. From cinnamon rolls to hash brown bakes, we've got breakfast ideas for the whole family.
37 Slow-Cooker Breakfast Recipes to Try This Weekend
Updated on Mar. 20, 2025
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Easy Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Rolls
Total Time
2 hours 30 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I love how these scrumptious treats make use of my slow cooker and are so easy. I can just walk away and come back to perfectly cooked cinnamon rolls ready for the taking! —Nina Ward, New Port Richey, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cinnamon roll: 195 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 255mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Hearty Slow-Cooker Breakfast Hash
Total Time
5 hours 25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This sweet and savory hash certainly won't leave you hungry—the sausage, veggies and eggs will fill you up. The hint of maple syrup makes it all feel extra cozy. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 446 calories, 25g fat (8g saturated fat), 212mg cholesterol, 911mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 5g fiber), 14g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Oatmeal
Total Time
3 hours 10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This easy cinnamon-sugar Crock-Pot oatmeal has a wonderful aroma while cooking and makes a satisfying additional to a brunch! —Brandy Schaefer, Glen Carbon, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 340 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 225mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Frittata Provencal
Total Time
3 hours 30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe means that a delectable dinner is ready when I walk in the door from work. The meatless slow-cooker meal also makes an elegant brunch for lazy weekends. —Connie Eaton, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 245 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 385mg cholesterol, 338mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Caramel Mocha
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Indulge in a coffeehouse-quality drink with this caramel mocha recipe. With whipped cream and a butterscotch drizzle, this treat will perk up even the sleepiest person at the table. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup coffee with 2 tablespoons whipped cream (calculated without butterscotch topping): 220 calories, 14g fat (9g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 38mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Spicy Sausage Hash Browns
Total Time
5 hours 15 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love to develop my own recipes, and I have people calling for them often. My family members and friends from our church tend to be my favorite and most honest critics. —Angela Sheridan, Opdyke, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 368 calories, 25g fat (12g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 723mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Breakfast Burritos
Total Time
4 hours 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Prep these tasty, hearty burritos the night before for a quick breakfast in the morning or let them cook while you are away on a weekend afternoon for an easy supper. —Anna Miller, Churdan, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito: 359 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 205mg cholesterol, 480mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 16g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Breakfast Casserole
Total Time
7 hours 25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a breakfast casserole that is very easy on the cook. I can make it the night before and it's ready in the morning. It's the perfect recipe when I have weekend guests. —Ella Stutheit, Las Vegas, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 272 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 242mg cholesterol, 466mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein.
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Pumpkin Oatmeal
Total Time
5 hours 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
There's nothing like a bowl of warm oatmeal in the morning, and my spiced version works in a slow cooker. Store leftovers in the fridge. —Jordan Mason, Brookville, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 183 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 329mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Pot Roast Hash
Total Time
6 hours 45 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love to cook a Sunday-style pot roast on a weeknight. Make it into pot roast hash for any day of the week. —Gina Jackson, Ogdensburg, New York
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup hash with 1 egg: 429 calories, 24g fat (8g saturated fat), 281mg cholesterol, 306mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 35g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Sausage & Waffle Bake
Total Time
5 hours 20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's an easy dish guaranteed to create excitement at the breakfast table! Nothing is missing from this sweet and savory combination. It's so wrong, it's right! —Courtney Lentz, Boston, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 442 calories, 31g fat (12g saturated fat), 200mg cholesterol, 878mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein.
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Apple-Cranberry Grains
Total Time
4 hours 10 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I made some changes to my diet in order to lose weight. My kids are skeptical when it comes to healthy food, but they adore these wholesome grains. —Sherisse Dawe, Black Diamond, Alberta
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 180 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 3mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein.
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Cheesy Potatoes
Total Time
4 hours 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
As a four-generation Idaho family, we love our potatoes and cook with them in every way possible. I have served these cheesy potatoes for weddings, family dinners and special occasions. They've become a favorite of many. —Karla Kimball, Emmett, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 358 calories, 24g fat (13g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 764mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 11g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Chai Tea
Total Time
8 hours 20 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
A wonderful sweet and spicy aroma wafts from the slow cooker as this fragrant and flavorful chai tea cooks. —Crystal Jo Burns, Iliff, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 109 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 50mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Southwestern Breakfast Slow-Cooker Casserole
Total Time
2 hours 50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this recipe for a breakfast-for-dinner meal one day, and now it’s become a favorite on chilly mornings. Such a wonderful aroma! Using extra-sharp cheddar cheese instead of the milder types allows you to use less, while giving you an extra boost of flavor. —Lisa Renshaw, Kansas City, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 270 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 119mg cholesterol, 771mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch.
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Slow-Cooked Blueberry French Toast
Total Time
3 hours 30 min
Servings
12 servings (2 cups syrup)
From the Recipe Creator:
Your slow cooker can be your best friend on a busy morning. Just get this recipe going, run some errands and come back to the smell of French toast ready to eat. —Elizabeth Lorenz, Peru, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup with about 2 tablespoons sauce: 390 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 182mg cholesterol, 371mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
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Brunch Burritos
Total Time
4 hours 30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to use a second slow cooker to keep the tortillas warm and pliable when I serve these hearty burritos. Just place a clean wet cloth in the bottom, then cover it with foil and add your tortillas.—Beth Osburn, Levelland, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito (calculated without optional toppings): 683 calories, 38g fat (15g saturated fat), 449mg cholesterol, 1650mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 7g fiber), 35g protein.
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Cinnamon Roll Casserole
Total Time
2 hours 50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Because we love cinnamon rolls, I created a slow cooker recipe to make for a weekend breakfast or brunch. This is a delectable, no-fuss recipe and perfect for company and family. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 492 calories, 25g fat (11g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 638mg sodium, 65g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Hash Brown Egg Brunch
Total Time
4 hours 20 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Slow cookers aren't just for making dinner. I make this often if we're having company overnight. With just a little planning and not much work, I can prep it the night before and have a lovely breakfast waiting in the morning. —Barb Keith, Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 315 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 289mg cholesterol, 589mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Honey Nut Granola
Total Time
1 hour 50 min
Servings
8 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I lightened up a friend's recipe and changed the add-ins to our tastes. This honey nut granola is now a family favorite! You can vary the recipe as you like, changing the nuts, seeds or dried fruits. —Tari Ambler, Shorewood, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 267 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 43mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Ham & Eggs
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This dish is appreciated any time of the year, but I love serving it on holiday mornings. Once started, it requires little attention. It's a fun meal for the family. —Andrea Schaak, Jordan, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 315 calories, 18g fat (9g saturated fat), 256mg cholesterol, 942mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Apple Cobbler
Total Time
6 hours 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a fabulous recipe to serve on Christmas or any other cold morning. The apples can be peeled if preferred. —Marietta Slater, Justin, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 289 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 31mg sodium, 58g carbohydrate (31g sugars, 11g fiber), 7g protein.
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Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
Total Time
4 hours 20 min
Servings
12 servings.
From the Recipe Creator:
Easy and cheesy, my go-to casserole for action-packed mornings has made many appearances at holiday breakfasts, potlucks and even my daughter's college apartment to feed her hungry roommates. —Patty Bernhard, Greenville, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 324 calories, 19g fat (9g saturated fat), 239mg cholesterol, 822mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
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Raspberry Coconut French Toast Slow-Cooker Style
Total Time
3 hours 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I put the ingredients in the slow cooker crock the night before, refrigerate it, then pop the crock into the slow cooker in the morning. You can use regular milk or half-and-half, include your favorite jam, and substitute almond extract instead of vanilla. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calculated without raspberries and toasted coconut): 280 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 338mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
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All-in-One Slow-Cooker Breakfast
Total Time
3 hours 20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Let your slow cooker do the work and don't worry about adding any sides because this dish already has everything—hash browns, sausage, cheese and eggs. Just sip your coffee and cut up some fruit, and breakfast or brunch is served. —Debbie Glasscock, Conway, Arkansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 654 calories, 44g fat (19g saturated fat), 276mg cholesterol, 1194mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein.
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Spiced Coffee
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I’ve found that those who aren’t necessarily coffee fans often change their tune when they get a whiff of this chocolaty coffee drink. I like to serve
up a big batch at parties. —Joanne Holt, Bowling Green, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 64 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 10mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Warm ‘n’ Fruity Breakfast Cereal
Total Time
6 hours 10 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Sleepyheads will love the heartiness of this nutritious cooked cereal with cinnamon. It's loaded with chopped fruit and nuts. Eat it with plain yogurt and sliced bananas or blueberries. —John Vale, Long Beach, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 185 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 120mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 5g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fruit, 1/2 fat.
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Slow-Cooker Goetta
Total Time
4 hours 45 min
Servings
2 loaves (16 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband's grandfather, a German, introduced goetta to me when we first got married. I found a slow-cooker recipe and changed some of the ingredients to make this the best goetta around! Now, many people request the recipe. It makes a lot of sausage, but it freezes well. —Sharon Geers, Wilmington, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 121 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 450mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Egg and Broccoli Casserole
Total Time
3 hours 40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For years, I've prepared this filling egg casserole—which is delicious for brunch—in my slow cooker. It's an unusual recipe for a slow cooker, but folks always welcome it and go back for seconds wherever I serve it. —Janet Sliter, Kennewick, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 428 calories, 28g fat (17g saturated fat), 297mg cholesterol, 953mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein.
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Chili & Cheese Crustless Quiche
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This filling Tex-Mex egg casserole is perfect for any meal of the day. I add a salad and dinner is on! —Gail Watkins, Norwalk, Califiornia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 420 calories, 24g fat (11g saturated fat), 182mg cholesterol, 1034mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 20g protein.
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Crock-Pot Grits
Total Time
2 hours 40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Since moving to the South, I have come to love grits! I also adore my slow cooker, and I worked to find a way to make perfect grits without stirring on the stovetop. I knew this slow-cooker grits recipe was a winner when my mother-in-law overheard someone at a church potluck say that it just wasn't right that a Midwesterner could make such good grits! —Tacy Fleury, Clinton, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 334 calories, 15g fat (9g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 755mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein.
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Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
There's nothing better than this comforting bread pudding on a cold, wintry day. The bourbon sauce tastes extravagant, but it's really simple to prepare. The slow cooker does the most of the work for you! —Hope Johnson, Youngwood, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup with 2 tablespoons sauce: 477 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 130mg cholesterol, 354mg sodium, 84g carbohydrate (59g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
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Mocha Mint Coffee
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This doctored-up coffee benefits from hints of mint, cocoa and cinnamon. The marshmallows on top are a playful addition that brings out the youngster in anyone. —Mindie Hilton, Susanville, California
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 155 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 105mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Apple Pie Steel-Cut Oatmeal
Total Time
6 hours 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I absolutely love this slow-cooked oatmeal. The steel-cut oats have so much flavor and texture. My family sprinkles toasted pecans on top whenever possible. —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 171 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 39mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
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Western Omelet Casserole
Total Time
6 hours 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We make a Western-style omelet with ham and hash browns using the slow cooker. From youngest to oldest at brunch, everyone devours it. —Kathleen Murphy, Littleton, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 363 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 332mg cholesterol, 1166mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein.
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Creamy Hash Browns
Total Time
4 hours 15 min
Servings
14 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother often took this comforting side dish to social dinners because it was such a hit. Now I get the same compliments when I make it. Bacon and onion jazz up a creamy mixture that’s quick and easy to make thanks to convenient frozen hash browns and canned soups. —Donna Downes, Las Vegas, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 303 calories, 20g fat (11g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 745mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Roll Pudding
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A slow cooker turns day-old cinnamon rolls into a comforting, old-fashioned dessert. It tastes wonderful topped with lemon or vanilla sauce or whipped cream. —Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 570 calories, 27g fat (10g saturated fat), 226mg cholesterol, 468mg sodium, 72g carbohydrate (53g sugars, 3g fiber), 13g protein.
Slow-Cooker Breakfast Recipes FAQ
What kinds of breakfasts cannot be made in a slow cooker?
Breakfasts that should not be made in the slow cooker include raw bacon, sausage patties, chia seed pudding, lean meats, delicate vegetables or anything that requires a quick cooking time like fried eggs or waffles.
Can you adjust the cooking times and heat settings for slow-cooker breakfast recipes?
Yes, you can adjust cooking times and heat settings for certain slow-cooker breakfast recipes. For example, our slow-cooker oatmeal cooks on low for three to four hours, but you could bump it up to high and cook it in just one to two hours.
What do you serve with slow-cooker breakfast recipes?
Serve your slow-cooker breakfast recipes with fruit salad, a plate of bacon or sausages, fried eggs or breakfast pastries like coffee cake or croissants. Of course, make a big pot of coffee, have a juice option like orange juice or a ginger-kale smoothie, and if serving adults only, prepare a brunch cocktail.
