Irish breakfast recipes! Hearty sausages, savory puddings, fluffy eggs, and fried potato bread all on one plate. Yes, please.
From boxty to blaas, mornings on the emerald isle are anything but boring. While some of these meals are perfect for a St. Patrick’s day menu, others might just become year-round staples.
1. Irish Scones
Scones are a big deal in Ireland, and I totally get it. We’re talking about a quick bite for breakfast, a snack with tea, or even a little something after dinner.
This recipe is an absolute winner. It’s so easy and quick, you’ll get perfect scones every single time.
You can toss in some dried fruit like raisins if you’re feeling sweet, or just keep them plain and go wild with butter and jam. Seriously, so good.
2. Irish Soda Bread
Nobody does soda bread like an Irish grandmother, so you know this recipe is the real deal. It’s inspired by the author’s own granny!
This is a quick bread made without yeast, which makes it absolutely perfect for anyone new to baking.
You won’t be waiting around for dough to rise with this one. It all comes together in just 10 minutes. The result? A perfectly buttery loaf that’s thick, hearty, and has a dense yet soft crumb. It’s just the best.
3. Green Pancakes
You can make every day feel like St. Patrick’s Day with these green pancakes for breakfast. YES.
The homemade pancake batter gets an Irish makeover with just a few drops of green food coloring.
Just fry them up and load them with your favorite toppings for a breakfast the kids will absolutely love.
4. Farls (Irish Potato Bread)
Farls are a soft and buttery flatbread made from cooked potatoes, and they are incredible. They’re the perfect way to use up leftover mashed potatoes and go so well with fried eggs and bacon.
Also known as fadge, this is a breakfast staple in Ireland.
If you want to do it right, there are a few rules you can’t break. They have to be served piping hot with lots of butter. And you’ve got to use good quality potatoes, especially an Irish variety if you can!
5. Irish Flapjacks
These flapjacks are a fantastic breakfast option that’s quick, delicious, and nutritious.
They are loaded with fiber and energy-boosting oats, so they’ll keep you full until lunch while satisfying that sweet tooth.
So what’s a flapjack? Think of it as the Irish version of a granola bar. Rolled oats get mixed with brown sugar, maple syrup, and butter, then baked until they’re golden and crispy. YUM.
6. Irish Cheese Toasties
I’m just going to say it: there is nothing better for breakfast, lunch, or dinner than a cheese toastie! And these are unbelievably tasty.
This version has egg in the mix, which is different from an English cheese on toast. It makes the cheese puff up and taste a bit like an omelet.
You have to use Irish cheddar for this one, and definitely don’t skip the Worcestershire sauce.
7. Corned Beef Boxty
A boxty is a fried potato pancake that gets stuffed with all kinds of different fillings.
There are a few ways to make this classic Irish snack, but this boxty recipe is a total home run with its corned beef and swiss cheese filling.
It’s just a meaty, melty, and mouth-watering masterpiece.
8. Irish Brown Bread
Back at the turn of the century, brown bread was way more common than white in Irish homes because white flour was more expensive. And I’m so glad for that!
Without those clever bakers, we wouldn’t have this amazing recipe for a grainy, thick, whole wheat loaf.
With its crunchy crust and a super soft crumb, this is a fantastic quick snack for those busy mornings. Just grab a slice, smear on some raspberry jam, and you’re good to go!
9. Irish Oatmeal
This slow cooker oatmeal is a total set-it-and-forget-it breakfast. It’s absolutely perfect for winter mornings when just getting out of bed feels like a challenge.
All you do is toss everything into the Crockpot the night before, and you’ll wake up to a warm bowl of nourishing porridge.
Drizzled with plenty of maple syrup, it’s the perfect answer to those sluggish mornings.
10. Full Irish Breakfast
If you’ve got a busy day coming up, you need to eat like a farmer with this classic recipe for a full Irish.
This pan-fried platter is packed with all the traditional ingredients for a truly authentic Irish meal.
It’s got black pudding, hash browns, and everything else that makes a full Irish so flavorful and filling.
When it’s done right, a full Irish takes a little time to put together, but believe me, it’s worth the effort. It’s especially perfect for lazy weekends when you have a serious craving for brunch.
11. Potato Apple Bread
This one works for breakfast and dessert, so just make a big batch and enjoy it at the start and end of your day.
This is a soft potato cake with a fluffy crumb that’s hiding chunks of tart apple.
It’s flavored with a bit of vanilla and cinnamon, making it sweet but not too much. It’s also super versatile.
You can have a slice by itself, spread it with butter, or dress it up with a dollop of whipped cream and some lemon curd.
12. Chocolate Chip Irish Soda Bread
If you have a sweet tooth first thing in the morning, start your day with a big slice of this amazing chocolate chip loaf.
The classic soda bread recipe gets a major upgrade here, with a whole lot of chocolate chips scattered through the batter.
It’s also got brown sugar in it, giving the bread a nice, subtle caramel taste.
And if that’s not sweet enough for you, the author also includes a recipe for a homemade salted honey butter to serve with it. OMG.
13. Irish Soda Bread Muffins
Once you’re a pro at making soda bread, it’s time for soda bread muffins.
These moist muffins are just perfect for breakfast or a mid-morning snack.
They are packed with juicy raisins and flecked with caraway seeds, making them sweet, savory, and so delicious. They’re especially good when you spread a generous amount of creamy butter on them.
14. Waterford Blaas
Waterford is famous for its beautiful cut-glass crystal, and also for its blaas.
A blaa is a soft, floury bread roll that’s a lot like a hamburger bun.
If you want to be truly Irish about it, make the dough the day before and let it rest. The long proofing time and naturally fermented dough create an airy, fluffy roll that’s perfectly light and squishy.
Having blaas for breakfast? Serve them warm with lots of butter and a few pieces of thick Irish bacon.
15. Irish Eggs
If you’re a fan of scrambled eggs for breakfast, you are going to love this hearty recipe.
This is where comfort food meets your morning meal. We’ve got fluffy scrambled eggs, fried potatoes, and green bell pepper.
You can throw some sausage or bacon in there too if you want that extra protein to fuel your day.
16. Green Oatmeal
Okay, fair warning: there is spinach in this oatmeal. But don’t let that scare you off! It’s really just there for color, and I promise you’ll barely taste it. Honest!
This is an eye-catching bowl of nutritious, Irish-themed porridge made with rolled oats, bananas, milk, chia seeds, and yes, spinach.
It’s festive, healthy, and absolutely perfect for St. Paddy’s Day.