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Slow Cooker Back-To-School Breakfast Ideas

By Jorie Nicole McDonald
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Herbed Sausage Breakfast Casserole
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If the idea of cooking a morning meal during the back-to-school madness stresses you out, don't fret. We have some delicious and easy breakfast ideas for you. As summer comes to a close and school is back in session, everyone is inevitably busier and hungrier. That's when it's time to crank up the slow cooker. Just set it, and forget it. These slow cooker breakfast ideas for kids range from delightfully fragrant apple butter to delicious and hearty bacon, egg, and cheddar casserole. Slow cooker breakfast recipes are the key to a happy and peaceful morning before sending the youngsters off to school. Whether your family prefers something sweet like apple oatmeal or a savoy option, like biscuits and sausage gravy, there's truly a flavor for every craving. Back-to-school breakfast ideas are effortlessly attainable with the help of your slow cooker. Enjoy!
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Herbed Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Herbed Sausage Breakfast Casserole
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Recipe: Herbed Sausage Breakfast Casserole

This Sausage-Potato Frittata is made with traditional breakfast ingredients like hash browns, eggs, and sausage. Sending the kids off to school with a full stomach has never been easier.

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Strawberry-Blueberry Jam

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Recipe: Strawberry-Blueberry Jam

It’s easy to forget about making a homemade jam to top off the biscuits, but doing so will definitely bring your breakfast to the next level.

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Cinnamon-Pecan Breakfast Bread Pudding

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Recipe: Cinnamon-Pecan Breakfast Bread Pudding

The kids will thank you for this one! The Cinnamon-Pecan Breakfast Bread Pudding is a creamy, custardy breakfast delight. Added pecans give the dish an irresistible crunchy sensation.

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Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding

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Recipe: Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding

Enjoying dessert for breakfast? Yes please!

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Slow-Cooker Grits

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Recipe: Slow-Cooker Grits

Back-to-school breakfast time just isn’t complete without Southern-style grits, and the slow cooker makes the cooking process super easy.

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Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread

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Recipe: Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread

Sweet, doughy, and delicious – this Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread is about to make your kids' breakfast dreams come true.

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Apple Butter

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Recipe: Apple Butter

With only 20 minutes of hands-on time, making this tasty Apple Butter for a breakfast accompaniment is a no-brainer!

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Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole

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Recipe: Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole

The delectable mixture of eggs, half-and-half, and Italian seasoning creates a wonderful breakfast dish. Of course, we won’t judge if you also decide to serve this Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole as a dinner side.

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Bacon-and-Tomato Breakfast Casserole

Bacon-and-Tomato Breakfast Casserole
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Recipe: Bacon-and-Tomato Breakfast Casserole

Waking up to the smell of coffee is nice, but waking up to the smell of bacon is better!

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Spinach-and-Broccoli Breakfast Bread Pudding

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Recipe: Spinach-and-Broccoli Breakfast Bread Pudding

With only 10 minutes of hands-on cooking time, the slow cooker creates this refreshingly light and cheesy bread pudding.

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Bacon, Egg, & Cheddar Casserole

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Recipe: Bacon, Egg, & Cheddar Casserole

It’s a classic breakfast grouping – bacon, egg, and cheese. But, this slow cooker delight takes back-to-school meals to the next level with a delicious inclusion of fresh peppers, smoked cheddar, and flavorful mushrooms.

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Slow Cooker Caramel Rolls

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Recipe: Slow Cooker Caramel Rolls

These Slow Cooker Caramel Rolls are perfectly indulgent and easy to make! Complete with brown sugar, biscuits, and butter, you’re sure to go back for a second serving.

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Creamy Grits Mexi-Casserole

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Recipe: Creamy Grits Mexi-Casserole

It’s an anytime recipe that’s impossible not to love. Creamy Grits Mexi-Casserole is an exciting twist on a Southern classic. The Mexican infused spices are sure to give your morning a kick!

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Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal

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Recipe: Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal

It’s a scrumptiously warm and cozy meal that will keep you and your family full until lunchtime!

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Nutella French Toast & Caramelized Banana Casserole

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Recipe: Nutella French Toast & Caramelized Banana Casserole

Nutella, and French toast, and bananas- oh my! This indulgent and tasty breakfast makes every back-to-school morning more fun.

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Tomato-Herb Frittata

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Recipe: Tomato Herb Frittata

Packed with fresh tomatoes, flavorful basil, and creamy cheese, this Tomato-Herb Frittata is sure to be a breakfast hit. Similar to an omelet, the hardy helping of eggs is incredibly filling.

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Tater Tot Egg Bake

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Recipe: Tater Tot Egg Bake

It’s a proven fact: kids love their tater tots!

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Breakfast Burritos

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Recipe: Breakfast Burritos

Breakfast burritos are the unsung hero of back-to-school meals! Delicious and easily portable, this yummy dish is sure to be one of your new favorites.

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Sausage-Potato Frittata

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Recipe: Sausage-Potato Frittata

You won’t be able to resist a second serving of this smoky, flavorful, and filling breakfast-time crowd pleaser.

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Biscuits & Sausage Gravy

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Recipe: Biscuits & Sausage Gravy

Southern Biscuits and Sausage Gravy – need we say more?

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    1 of 20 Herbed Sausage Breakfast Casserole
    2 of 20 Strawberry-Blueberry Jam
    3 of 20 Cinnamon-Pecan Breakfast Bread Pudding
    4 of 20 Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding
    5 of 20 Slow-Cooker Grits
    6 of 20 Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread
    7 of 20 Apple Butter
    8 of 20 Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole
    9 of 20 Bacon-and-Tomato Breakfast Casserole
    10 of 20 Spinach-and-Broccoli Breakfast Bread Pudding
    11 of 20 Bacon, Egg, & Cheddar Casserole
    12 of 20 Slow Cooker Caramel Rolls
    13 of 20 Creamy Grits Mexi-Casserole
    14 of 20 Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal
    15 of 20 Nutella French Toast & Caramelized Banana Casserole
    16 of 20 Tomato-Herb Frittata
    17 of 20 Tater Tot Egg Bake
    18 of 20 Breakfast Burritos
    19 of 20 Sausage-Potato Frittata
    20 of 20 Biscuits & Sausage Gravy

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