34 Amish-Inspired Breakfast Recipes

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34 Amish-Inspired Breakfast Recipes2/33 Corn Cakes Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Corn Cakes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 20 pancakes Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Corn’s always been the basis of my favorite recipes—in fact, these corn cakes were one of the first things I made for my husband. For dinner, they’re nice with fresh fruit salad and ham. They’re also great with breakfast sausage and orange juice. Tom works for the highway department on Mount Hood, and we live at its base. Our children are 19, 16 and 13. 3/33 Oatmeal

My husband and I have a small herd of beef cattle and some pigs

Waffles 50 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Oatmeal Waffles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 waffles Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These healthful, good-tasting waffles are a tried-and-true family favorite—even with our two children. My husband and I have a small herd of beef cattle and some pigs. A hearty breakfast really gets us going! —Marna Heitz, Farley, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 1 waffle: 344 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 99mg cholesterol, 482mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein. Try these cozy Pennsylvania Dutch recipes, too. 4/33 Fruity Baked Oatmeal

It’s warm, filling and always a hit when I serve it to guests

83 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 50 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is my husband’s favorite breakfast treat and the ultimate comfort food. It’s warm, filling and always a hit when I serve it to guests. —Karen Schroeder, Kankakee, Illinois. Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 322 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 75mg cholesterol, 492mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. 5/33 German Apple Pancake 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved German Apple Pancake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From

If you don’t leave out the flour as I did, it’ll turn out terrific!

the Recipe Creator: If you’re looking for a pretty dish to make when having guests for brunch, try this. Everyone I’ve served it to has enjoyed it—except for one time, that is, when my husband tried to make it following my recipe, which I’d written down incorrectly! If you don’t leave out the flour as I did, it’ll turn out terrific! —Judi Van Beek, Lynden, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 192 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 107mg cholesterol, 273mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. Here’s the deal with Amish friendship bread. 6/33 Cinnamon Raisin Quick

It’s ideal for an on-the-go breakfast or a quick snack before dinner

Bread 47 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cinnamon Raisin Quick Bread Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 2 loaves (12 pieces each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Cinnamon and raisins bring heartwarming flavor to this mildly sweet bread. It’s ideal for an on-the-go breakfast or a quick snack before dinner. —Flo Burtnett, Gage, Oklahoma Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 204 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 231mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 7/33 Egg in a Hole 36 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Egg in a Hole Recipe

photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: American Toad in a hole is one of the first recipes I had my children prepare when they were learning to cook. Much easier than the European version, this fun egg-in-a-hole is sure to please. My “little ones” are now grown (and have advanced to more difficult recipes!), but this continues to be a traditional standby in my home and theirs. —Ruth Lechleiter, Breckenridge, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 183 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 196mg cholesterol,

244mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein

244mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 fat. Learn why the Amish eat coffee soup for breakfast. 8/33 Biscuits and Sausage Gravy 87 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This biscuits and sausage gravy is an old southern recipe that I’ve adapted. Homemade sausage gravy is a classic, hearty breakfast that takes you on a trip to the South every time it’s served. —Sue Baker,

The steel-cut oats have so much flavor and texture

Jonesboro, Arkansas Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 337 calories, 27g fat (14g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 718mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 10g protein. 9/33 Apple Pie Steel-Cut Oatmeal 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Apple Pie Steel-Cut Oatmeal Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe 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),

The recipe was a favorite at home and at church breakfasts

0 cholesterol, 39mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein. 10/33 Amish Apple Scrapple 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The aroma of this when it’s cooking at breakfast time takes me back to my days growing up in Pennsylvania. The recipe was a favorite at home and at church breakfasts. —Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 251 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 667mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. 11/33 French Toast Casserole with

My family loves the richness it gets from cream cheese and maple syrup

Cream Cheese 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved French Toast Casserole with Cream Cheese Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This yummy French toast casserole is a breeze to whip up the night before a busy morning. My family loves the richness it gets from cream cheese and maple syrup. —Cindy Steffen, Cedarburg, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 372 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 218mg cholesterol, 464mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein. 12/33 Sausage, Egg and Cheddar Farmers Breakfast 33

Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sausage, Egg and Cheddar Farmers Breakfast Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This hearty combination of sausage, hash browns and eggs is just right for any breakfast. &mdash:Bonnie Roberts, Newaygo, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 330 calories, 24g fat (11g saturated fat), 364mg cholesterol, 612mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein. 13/33 German Pancakes 58 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved German Pancake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings (2 cups syrup) Go to

Served with homemade buttermilk syrup, it’s an eye-opening treat

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Piping hot and puffy from the oven, this golden pancake made a pretty presentation for a skier’s theme breakfast I hosted. Served with homemade buttermilk syrup, it’s an eye-opening treat. Make several German pancakes if you’re feeding a crowd, and keep in mind that my easy syrup tastes great on waffles and French toast, too. —Renae Moncur, Burley, Idaho Nutrition Facts: 1 piece with 1/4 cup syrup: 428 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 203mg cholesterol, 543mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (42g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. 14/33 Baked French Toast with Strawberries 6 Reviews Test

Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: French toast is a crowd-pleaser, but it’s hard to make for a big group. This overnight casserole with strawberries and a sweet pecan topping fixes everything. —David Stelzl Jr., Waxhaw, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 piece (calculated without additional syrup): 377 calories, 20g fat (8g saturated fat), 126mg cholesterol, 266mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein. 15/33 Farmer’s Casserole 96 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Farmer’s Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings

6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Between family and friends, we average 375 visitors a year! This casserole is super handy—you can put it together the night before and let the flavors blend, then bake it in the morning. —Nancy Schmidt, Center, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 239 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 170mg cholesterol, 532mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein. 16/33 Breakfast Casserole 93 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Breakfast Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For

the perfect combination of eggs, sausage, bread and cheese, this is the dish to try. My mom and I like this sausage breakfast casserole because it bakes up tender and golden, slices beautifully and goes over well whenever we serve it. —Gayle Grigg, Phoenix, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 339 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 189mg cholesterol, 921mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein. 17/33 Country-Style Scrambled Eggs 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Country-Style Scrambled Eggs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

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