Cooking in a mini cast iron skillet is such a fun way to create delicious, single-serving or shareable dishes! These versatile little skillets are perfect for everything from savory breakfasts to sweet desserts. Here are 12 scrumptious recipes that I have collected over the years that you can whip up in your mini cast iron skillet! Here is my favorite mini cast iron skillet!
1.Skillet Chocolate Chip Cookie
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- 1/8 tsp baking soda
- 2 tbsp chocolate chips
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Melt the butter in the skillet over low heat.
3. Remove from heat, add sugars and vanilla, and mix well.
4. Stir in flour, salt, and baking soda until combined.
5. Fold in chocolate chips.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden and center is set.
2. Mini Skillet Frittata
Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup diced vegetables (bell peppers, onions, spinach)
- 2 tbsp grated cheese
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
3. Heat the skillet over medium heat and sauté vegetables until tender.
4. Pour egg mixture over vegetables.
5. Sprinkle cheese on top and transfer to the oven.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until eggs are set.
3. Skillet Brownie
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tbsp chocolate chips
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Melt butter in the skillet over low heat.
3. Remove from heat, stir in sugars and cocoa powder.
4. Add vanilla, flour, and salt, mix until smooth.
5. Fold in chocolate chips.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the center is just set.
4. Skillet Cornbread
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/8 tsp baking soda
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 egg (lightly beaten, about 1 tbsp)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Combine dry ingredients in a bowl.
3. Mix wet ingredients in another bowl, then combine with dry ingredients.
4. Heat a little oil in the skillet over medium heat, then pour in batter.
5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
5. Mini Skillet Pizza
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 tbsp pizza sauce
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Toppings of choice (pepperoni, vegetables, etc.)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Press dough into the skillet to form a crust.
3. Spread sauce over the dough.
4. Sprinkle cheese and add toppings.
5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
6. Skillet Cinnamon Roll
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/8 tsp baking powder
- 1/8 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tbsp buttermilk
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
3. Stir in buttermilk, sugar, and melted butter to form a dough.
4. Roll dough into a rectangle, spread with a mixture of brown sugar and cinnamon.
5. Roll up dough and slice into 2 pieces.
6. Place rolls in the skillet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
7. Skillet Apple Crisp
Ingredients:
- 1 small apple, peeled and sliced
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp rolled oats
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cold butter
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Toss apple slices with sugar and cinnamon, place in skillet.
3. Combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and butter, mix until crumbly.
4. Sprinkle oat mixture over apples.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until apples are tender and topping is golden.
8. Mini Skillet Lasagna
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cooked lasagna noodle, cut to fit the skillet
- Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Spread a little marinara sauce on the bottom of the skillet.
3. Layer noodle, ricotta, Parmesan, and mozzarella.
4. Repeat layers, ending with sauce and mozzarella on top.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
9. Mini Skillet Peach Crisp
Ingredients:
- 1 small peach, peeled and sliced
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp rolled oats
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cold butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In the skillet, toss peach slices with granulated sugar and cinnamon.
3. In a small bowl, mix together oats, flour, and brown sugar. Cut in the butter until the mixture is crumbly.
4. Sprinkle the oat mixture over the peaches.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the peaches are tender and the topping is golden and crisp.
6. Let it cool slightly before serving. Optionally, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
10. Mini Skillet Berry Crisp
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp rolled oats
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cold butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In the skillet, toss berries with granulated sugar and vanilla extract.
3. In a small bowl, mix together oats, flour, and brown sugar. Cut in the butter until the mixture is crumbly.
4. Sprinkle the oat mixture over the berries.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the berries are bubbling and the topping is golden and crisp.
6. Let it cool slightly before serving. Optionally, top with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Mini cast iron skillets are a wonderful addition to any kitchen, allowing you to create individual servings of your favorite dishes. These 12 recipes offer a range of flavors and textures, perfect for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert. Give them a try and enjoy!
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