20 Traditional Irish Breakfast Recipes and Ideas

You can’t have an Irish breakfast without a thick slice of brown bread! This classic Irish bread is nutty, complex and delightful when slathered in marmalade or butter.

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A key component of a full Irish breakfast is two types of meat: bacon and sausage. This candied bacon recipe will add a sweet and salty note to your plate, thanks to a coating of brown sugar that caramelizes in the oven.

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This creamy liqueur was made for your morning cup of coffee! It gets its rich flavor from Irish whiskey, cocoa powder, espresso powder, and vanilla. The delicious creamy texture comes from condensed milk and heavy cream.

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This Irish dessert can double as a sweet breakfast treat. The warm, cinnamon-scented cake is layered with tart apples and a buttery crumble. But to really make it shine, just pour the sweet custard over the top.

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This recipe is everything you love about the classic corned beef sandwich but it starts with a creamy hash brown base so it’s perfect for breakfast! Luckily, it makes a big batch for all your friends and family.

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Two Irish favorites—scones and bacon—come together in one breakfast recipe that’s both sweet and salty. You can grab these scones on your way out to a holiday parade or St. Paddy’s Day party.

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A full Irish breakfast typically includes some kind of grilled or roasted tomato to enjoy with the eggs, sausage, and toast. Here, they cook low and slow for extra sweetness and deeper flavor.

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This recipe combines two classic Irish dishes: corned beef and potatoes! The mash-up might not be traditional, but it sure is good, especially when served with fried eggs for breakfast.

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Baked beans are usually included on a traditional Irish breakfast plate. This version is topped with bacon to make it even more breakfast-ready!

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This popular bread is a year-round staple in Ireland. It’s often made with currants, but you can use raisins or even dried cranberries. Just remember to serve it up with plenty of Irish butter!

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There’s usually some kind of crispy potato element to a full Irish breakfast, so this giant potato galette would be a fun item to serve. Try it for your next St. Patrick’s Day brunch party!

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It wouldn’t be breakfast without coffee! And while you might not want to start your day off with an Irish coffee every morning, it’s a fun warm cocktail for a St. Patrick’s Day treat.

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Depending on where you live in Ireland, a full Irish breakfast might have a few variations. There’s typically eggs, sausage, hash browns, beans, and roasted tomatoes. You may also find slices of Irish soda bread. No matter what’s served, you know it’s going to be hearty!

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Steel-cut oats, also known as Irish oats, take a little longer to cook compared to rolled oats. But the result is a nutty flavor and chewy texture that makes this warm, comforting breakfast so special.

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Potatoes and eggs? Count us in! These fluffy pan-fried potato pancakes make for a delicious side dish with runny eggs.

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