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    17 Genius Uses for a Teeny Tiny Miniature Cast Iron Skillet

    April 1, 2016 By Mary 40 Comments

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    Ever wonder what you could do with a miniature 3.5-inch cast iron skillet? Here are 17 Genius uses for that teeny tiny miniature cast iron pan!

    17 Genius Uses for a Teeny Tiny Miniature 3.5 Inch Cast Iron Skillet

    This past Christmas my mom gave me one. A super teeny tiny miniature cast iron skillet. It is small. Really small. Like 3.5-inches wide small.

    Uses for a Lodge Miniature Cast Iron Skillet

    It’s just like this Lodge miniature skillet.

    We teased her endlessly about the pan. “Mom, seriously, what the heck are you supposed to cook in a teeny tiny cast iron skillet?” I asked.

    She just laughed. But she never actually answered my question.

    Was this a joke?

    Well the cute little pan has grown on me and, after using it for a few months, I can now testify that this is a pretty genius little gadget. Besides it being small (perfect for any minimalist out there) and therefore taking up very little space in your kitchen, it has a number of incredible uses. Here are 17 that come to mind.

    What to do with a 3.5-inch Miniature Cast Iron Pan

    The obvious, like…

    1. The Perfect Fried Egg

    Fried Egg in a Mini Cast Iron Skillet

    2.  Works for Over Easy Eggs too

    Over Easy Egg cooked on a miniature Lodge cast iron skillet
    3.  Marvelous for some tiny Bacon Bits…

    Frying Bacon in a Mini Lodge Cast Iron Skillet

    4. For a Bacon, Red Pepper, Tomato, and Cheddar Mini Frittata

    Frittata in a Mini Cast Iron Skillet

    “Ready for plating, sir.”

    Mini Frittata cooked on a Mini Cast Iron Skillet

    5. Egg Muffin Sandwich 

    Who needs Starbucks or McDonalds when you have your very own teeny tiny miniature cast iron pan??? Find an awesome breakfast sandwich recipe for this pan here!

    Two Breakfast Sandwiches with Smoked Sausage and Bacon

    But it also works great for non-egg items too, like…

    6.  Searing Baby Steaks….

    Seared Steak on a Mini Lodge Cast Iron Skillet

    7.  For a Tiny Steak and Cheese Quesadilla

    Quesadilla on a Mini Cast Iron Skillet

    8.  Or Roasting Garlic

    Roasting Garlic in a Cast Iron Skillet

    9.  Your friends will love this one at your next cocktail party, paired alongside some delicious charcuterie, smoked almonds, and super fancy artisan salts.

    Roasted Garlic in Mini Cast Iron Pan

    10.  A Teeny Tiny Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza

    Deep Dish Pizza in a Mini Cast Iron Pan

    Go ahead and dig in… It’s a pizza party!!! Woohoo!

    Chicago Style Deep Dish Pizza in a Mini Cast Iron Pan

    Valentine’s Day has come and gone, but it’s never too late for a romantic…

    11.  Cheese Fondue for One…

    Cheese Fondue for one in a Tiny Cast Iron Pan

    12.  Or Chocolate Fondue… also for One

    Chocolate Fondue in a Mini Cast Iron Pan

    Still feeling up for something sweet? How about a…

    13.  Deep Dish Cookie… Cooked in a Teeny Tiny Cast Iron Skillet?!

    Deep Dish Cookie Cooked on a Mini Lodge Cast Iron Skillet

    13.1 Don’t forget the Ice Cream!!!

    Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie Cooked on a Lodge Cast Iron Skillet

    Yum

    Bite of Cast Iron Skillet Mini Cookie

    But just because it’s labeled a pan doesn’t mean its powers are limited to just food. Think outside the box for more uses for this amazing teeny tiny pan, like…

    14.  Statement Jewelry

    Cast Iron Skillet as Statement Jewlery

    Nothing says, “I’m a Badass,” like wearing a miniature cast iron skillet around your neck while sporting your faux leather jacket around your shoulder. 

    15. Christmas Tree Ornament

    Tiny Skillet as a Christmas Ornament

    I’m pretty sure my dear mom will be receiving her very own magical teeny tiny miniature cast iron skillet this year in her stocking.

    16. Dog Bowl for your Teeny Tiny Dog

    Uses for a Miniature Lodge Cast Iron Skillet -- Dog Bowl for your Teeny Tiny Dog
    Happy Dog

    17. A Wine Coaster for your Favorite Bottle

    Wine Coaster

    Seriously. This is a life changing pan!  You can get your very own
    for the price of a couple Starbucks lattes. And for this price, and all the incredible uses for this teeny tiny skillet, you should probably invest in the 4-pack, and give some away to your friends. #minicastironskillet4-eva


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    And with the holidays coming up, this miniature 3.5-inch cast iron skillet is the perfect for that foodie on your list! 

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    Get the perfect stocking stuffer for the foodie in your life here. 


    Make sure to tag us on Instagram with your tiny cast iron pictures!

    Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links for that super teeny tiny miniature Lodge 3.5 inch cast iron skillet. That means if you buy one of these cute little pans based off this recommendation I get something like ten cents because the thing is so darn cheap. That money will go directly into my Christmas fund to give everyone in my family their very own tiny skillet. 


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    1. Jan Narkiewicz says

      November 06, 2020 at 8:22 pm

      Loved the necklace :-). I was sending these to a friend for personal cornbread/tamale. There you go, uses 18 and 19.

      Reply
    2. SHARON LITTLE says

      October 25, 2019 at 4:32 pm

      Solid PSA 🙂

      Reply
    3. Regi says

      September 12, 2019 at 8:32 pm

      They make great utensil rests on the stove, and great ashtrays too

      Reply
    4. Bruce Holmes says

      August 30, 2019 at 9:15 pm

      5 stars
      I cherish all 4 of my small pans . I fry out sliced sausage, make 4 individual Dutch Baby oankecakes, I put a rim of chili around the edge and a egg in the he middle fry it on stove top add cheese and bake it in the oven and serve! I will use one as a top over the other to fry up chicken parts for pizza. I use my black iron pans every day!,

      Reply
      • Sean Martin says

        August 31, 2019 at 11:58 am

        Brilliant!

        Reply
    5. Sandra Williams says

      July 18, 2019 at 10:53 pm

      I have six, one of my favourite uses: pear tart with maple syrup, cover fruit with a circle of puff pastry and place in oven, when cooked run knife round edge and carefully invert so crunchy pastry is on bottom, lovely brown slices of pear on top and guests get a nice surprise when they cut into a crispy base ,serve with ice cream, custard or cream

      Reply
      • Sean Martin says

        July 19, 2019 at 7:47 am

        This is brilliant! Thanks for sharing!

        Reply
    6. Debra says

      January 24, 2019 at 4:51 pm

      I live alone and when I seen this skillet I said this will be perfect for me when I want to bake cornbread , a peach, apple, or black berry cobbler.

      Reply
      • Sean Martin says

        January 26, 2019 at 12:05 pm

        Thanks for sharing! It is a great tool for that single portion!

        Reply
    7. Brenda B. says

      March 21, 2018 at 3:29 pm

      I literally just spit my drink out laughing at #14!

      Reply
    8. D says

      June 24, 2017 at 12:31 pm

      I love the ornament idea.
      I would also use it to bake and serve separate quiches, etc.
      It would be a blast!

      Reply
      • Mary says

        June 27, 2017 at 12:15 am

        Oh my gosh that is an awesome idea.

        Reply
    9. Carolina says

      June 02, 2017 at 1:53 pm

      Hola! No tenia idea de como usarla gracias a este post la uso a diario con porciones perfectas para mi familia, ademas que se ven preciosas cuando adorno la mesa gracias saludos desde tijuana baja california mexico

      Reply
      • Mary says

        June 04, 2017 at 11:34 pm

        Muchas Gracias!!! My gusta la pequeña cacerola!! 😉

        Reply
    10. Bob says

      May 12, 2017 at 6:30 pm

      Don’t forget candleholder

      Reply
      • Mary says

        May 13, 2017 at 7:12 pm

        😉

        Reply
    11. Patricia Uselton says

      February 10, 2017 at 4:12 am

      I have 6 inch and 8 inch cast iron skillets and a couple of one-cup containers and they are genius for portion control. They live in the oven and get filled with meats, veggies, desserts, whatever, then go back in the oven or on the range top for individualized meals.
      No worries about spilling a heavy skillet of grease, or dropping it on my foot, or breaking my tile floor.

      Reply
    12. Nicole Hood says

      April 03, 2016 at 12:24 am

      I have one of these skillet and I use it all the time to make an egg. Never thought of it for statement jewelry though!

      Reply
      • Mary says

        April 04, 2016 at 6:23 pm

        Like I said, it’s a genius invention 😉

        Reply
    13. ashley says

      April 02, 2016 at 7:31 pm

      We just started using our cast iron skillet more and now I want like 10 of these for dishes! Especially the fondue. YUM!

      Reply
      • Mary says

        April 04, 2016 at 6:24 pm

        🙂

        Reply
    14. Jenn Slavich says

      April 02, 2016 at 1:37 pm

      Haha, so cute. Love the necklace idea. I think you’re on to something. I like using mine for desserts when entertaining. People go crazy when their dessert is served in one of those.

      Reply
      • Mary says

        April 04, 2016 at 6:25 pm

        Right?!?! Dessert is so impressive when served in one of these little pans! (And so good!!)
        Bonus is if everyone gets their own nobody has to share 😉

        Reply
    15. Emma {Emma's Little Kitchen} says

      April 01, 2016 at 9:34 pm

      Haha! I’ve always wanted a teeny tiny skillet! Such a fun round up 🙂

      Reply
      • Mary says

        April 04, 2016 at 6:25 pm

        They’re so much fun! I’m a total believer now!

        Reply
    16. Marlynn @ UrbanBlissLife says

      April 01, 2016 at 6:38 pm

      Hahaha! I am loving this post, Mary. What a fabulous albeit heavy statement necklace 😉 The little Lego minifig guys are the perfect touch to all of the photos. Brilliant!

      Reply
      • Mary says

        April 01, 2016 at 7:33 pm

        The neckless doubles as a weapon if I’m out and about and need to resort to self defense 😉

        Reply
    17. Brettni Brumfield says

      April 01, 2016 at 6:23 pm

      I really love the idea of using them as ornaments. That’s just darling. I have a stick of butter ornament that I purchased at Paula Deen’s restaurant in Savannah, Georgia. I think a butter and skillet tree might just have to happen next Christmas. =)

      Reply
      • Mary says

        April 01, 2016 at 7:32 pm

        Haha I love it! Yes, the skillet ornament would be perfect next to the butter 😉

        Reply
    18. Erin @ Platings and Pairings says

      April 01, 2016 at 4:42 pm

      Love this post Mary! What a great roundup of uses! Love your stylin’ outfit too! I have a couple mini cast iron skillets, but they’re square. I recently made some cheesy enchilada dip in them, that way each guest gets their own serving – No double dipping worries!

      Reply
      • Mary says

        April 01, 2016 at 7:31 pm

        I love it! No double dipping worries! An excellent use for a teeny cast iron skillet indeed!

        Reply
    19. Tiffany says

      April 01, 2016 at 4:26 pm

      These are genius! The necklace made me laugh. The fondue looks incredible!

      Reply
      • Mary says

        April 01, 2016 at 4:29 pm

        Ha 😉 Thanks!!

        Reply
    20. Ashley says

      April 01, 2016 at 3:47 pm

      My husband is OBSESSED with cast-iron skillets. We have a little one like this and it is amazing how much use we got out of it. I haven’t thought of the tiny pizza or the cookie yet though. Great list!

      Reply
      • Mary says

        April 01, 2016 at 3:54 pm

        Thanks!! It has been a lot of fun trying to find out all the many uses for it!!!

        Reply
      • B Ousnamer says

        February 19, 2017 at 8:56 pm

        He should check out my Dad’s business – he’s just getting started and appreciates any interest! https://www.etsy.com/shop/NOMOMilling

        Reply
    21. Samantha says

      April 01, 2016 at 3:23 pm

      Hahahahaha! I never would have thought to use is as a christmas ornament or jewelry, but somehow it works! 🙂 I love this, and now I need to buy at least three!

      Reply
      • Mary says

        April 01, 2016 at 3:53 pm

        They’re so much fun, for jewelry or cooking 😉

        Reply
    22. Rowan says

      April 01, 2016 at 1:04 pm

      Ohhh I could kiss you for this. I was debating whether or not to throw mine out! This has fixed that! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Mary says

        April 01, 2016 at 1:42 pm

        Reply

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