15 Breakfasts That Cook While You Sleep (Crock-Pot Style!)
Energize your day with these tasty Crock Pot breakfast recipes!
Wake up to breakfast that’s already done! 🙌🏼 These Crock Pot recipes are perfect any time of year and are quick, cozy, and packed with flavor to make mornings a breeze!
Slow cook your way to the perfect morning meal!
1. Indulge with our decadent Slow Cooker Monkey Bread breakfast recipe.
This dish is a crowd-pleaser! If you love the satisfying taste of cinnamon and cream cheese glaze, give this delicious recipe a try! It takes just 15 minutes of prep time and after 3 hours you’ll have a sweet treat for the whole family to enjoy!
2. Wake up to this Slow Cooker Steel Cut Oatmeal for a hearty, customizable breakfast.
If you’re looking for the ultimate slow cooker breakfast recipe, our Overnight Oatmeal is SO easy to throw together, and can easily be customized with the mix-ins of your choice. Don’t forget, you MUST use steel cut oats to maintain the texture.
3. Get a dose of caffeine with this delicious Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe.
Pumpkin fans don’t need to wait for colder weather to enjoy this delicious treat! In just 5 minutes you can prepare this festive fall slow cooker coffee recipe. It has just the right amount of pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice! Best of all, it’s WAY cheaper than hitting up your local Starbucks!
Photo from Julie’s Eats & Treats
4. This Crockpot Breakfast Tater Tot Egg Bake is a savory crowd-pleaser!
This Tater Tot Egg Bake comes together in just 15 minutes and is a big hit with kids. Wake up to a hearty breakfast with yummy layers of tater tots, ham, eggs, and cheese straight from your slow cooker. It’s like a breakfast casserole in a Crock Pot!
Photo from Nourishing Joy
5. Caramelized Apple Slow Cooker Oatmeal will start your day with a belly full of hearty flavors.
Caramelized. Apple. Oatmeal. Need we say more? I don’t think there’s a kid on the planet who could turn down this yummy Crock Pot breakfast recipe that tastes like a caramel apple!
Photo from A Spicy Perspective
6. Who knew that Breakfast Quiche could be one of the easiest Crock Pot breakfast recipes to make?!
Quiche…in a slow cooker? Mind blown! This Easy Slow Cooker Quiche is loaded with ham, cheese, and tons of veggies!
It’s a fabulous set-and-forget recipe that can take as long as 8 hours to cook on your slow cooker’s lowest setting, so it can be ready for you when you wake up in the morning! If you’ll be up early (before the kids), you can cook it on high in as little as 3 hours.
7. Have a cozy morning with our Crock Pot Gingerbread Latte recipe.
Christmas in July – I mean, spring, anyone? Brew up this slow cooker Gingerbread Latte recipe any time of year and the taste will definitely add a little magic to any season! Make sure to add it to your Christmas Bucket List! It takes just 10 minutes to prep!
For a low-carb alternative, try our keto version of this tasty recipe!
Photo from Five Heart Home
8. Imagine waking up to the aroma of this Overnight Slow Cooker Pumpkin Pie Steel Cut Oatmeal.
This divine, dessert-inspired breakfast features creamy steel-cut oats that have been slow-cooked overnight with pumpkin puree. It’s a comforting overnight Crock Pot breakfast that will be ready to eat the moment you wake up, and it comes with a built-in hack for preventing burnt edges…no middle-of-the-night stirring required!
Photo from Spicy Southern Kitchen
9. These Crock-Pot Grits are some of the creamiest grits you’ll ever taste without even adding cream or milk.
This recipe only works with stone-ground grits, which would typically take at least 45 minutes to cook on the stove with frequent stirring. Crockpot Grits are SO easy to make, and they turn out incredibly creamy, thanks to a night spent in the slow cooker!
Photo from Recipes That Crock!
10. Berry lovers will enjoy this tasty Blueberry French Toast Crock Pot breakfast recipe.
Blueberries, cinnamon, whipped cream – what’s not to love?! If your family enjoys French toast, they’ll dig this yummy slow cooker spin. It takes just 5 minutes to prep, and we think it will be a hit with the kiddos!
Photo from Chelsea’s Messy Apron
11. This Overnight Quinoa and Oats recipe comes together in 10 minutes the night before.
If you’re looking for a new way to use quinoa, try this mixture of steel-cut oatmeal and quinoa that can be cooked overnight in your Crockpot. Mix in some nut butter or toss with fresh berries and a splash of milk for a delicious and healthy breakfast the whole family will love!
Photo from The Kitchn
12. This Breakfast Casserole in a Crock Pot packs a protein punch.
Part breakfast casserole, part overnight omelet — This savory, protein-packed breakfast will keep you running on all cylinders right up until lunchtime. If you’d like to start your day with a spicy little kick, try this slow cooker breakfast recipe drizzled with hot sauce!
Photo from Eating On A Dime
13. Cinnamon rolls are a cinch when you make them using this Crock Pot recipe.
Making homemade cinnamon rolls can be time-consuming. Simplify the process by using store-bought cinnamon rolls, then elevate them by preparing them in the slow cooker. This easy Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll Casserole recipe is the perfect twist on a breakfast favorite!
Photo from Pretty Providence
14. These Slow Cooker Breakfast Burritos will become a fast family favorite!
The filling for these Crock Pot breakfast burritos cooks overnight, and in the morning, your family can just load up their own tortillas and eat whenever they’re ready for breakfast. It’s a simple, inexpensive, and delicious way to feed a hungry crowd!
Photo from Iowa Girl Eats
15. This easy breakfast casserole in a Crock Pot hits the spot.
Do you love a good, but SIMPLE, slow cooker breakfast casserole recipe? This Crock Pot Breakfast Casserole by Iowa Girl Eats is one to try. It uses just 7 common ingredients like eggs, frozen hash browns, sausage, cheese, and green onion. Best of all, it’s a cinch to customize if you want to add other ingredients like jalapeño, bacon, or avocado. Our mouths are watering just thinking about it!
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Are these possible to be done in the instant pot? thank you.
Hi Dee! Yes, you can cook the crockpot meals in an Instant Pot by using the built-in “Slow Cook” mode. it might take a bit longer since the Instant Pot heats from the bottom, so keep in mind that you may need to adjust the cooking times. Hope this helps! 💞