Amazon Shoppers Love Frying Eggs inThis $6 Lodge Cast Iron Skillet

I could eat eggs morning, noon, and night, but finding the right egg pan to scramble or fry can be tricky. You want a skillet that heats evenly without any cold spots, so your eggs don’t immediately stick to the pan. And a nonstick, easy-to-clean cooking surface also comes in handy, but I’m trying to avoid using Teflon.

On my quest for the best egg cooking tools, I came across the Lodge Cast Iron Wonder Skillet. It’s a 5.5-inch square griddle that’s the perfect size for two or three eggs — and it’s on sale for just $6.

Lodge Cast Iron Wonder Skillet

Lodge makes excellent cast iron cookware, which is why it’s recommended by chefs for making eggs. Cast iron skillets are durable and easy to use, and we’ve found that Lodge’s pans set the standard. They’ll last a lifetime when cared for properly and are kitchen workhorses that can handle frying, baking, and more. Lodge is particularly affordable compared to other heirloom-quality cast iron brands, like Le Creuset or Staub, one of several reasons its 10.25-inch skillet is our favorite value choice. And this mini version stands up to the brand’s reputation.

“I love how sturdy it feels — classic Lodge quality,” one reviewer says. “It holds heat beautifully, which means my eggs cook evenly with no hot spots.”

With more than 2,000 purchases in the last month, this tiny pan is popular among Amazon shoppers for its convenient small size and superior heat retention, which will give you that extra crispy edge without sticking to the pan. One reviewer says that over time, the pre-seasoned skillet becomes “better than nonstick cookware.” Another shopper agreed, saying, “I’ve cooked eggs and grilled cheese sandwiches in it, and nothing sticks.”

It’s handy for other small recipes, like fajitas or cornbread for two, and the square shape creates a neat egg patty for breakfast sandwiches. The compact size is also ideal for camping; one reviewer even uses it for campfire s’mores. Another reviewer said that this $6 pan is an affordable alternative to tamagoyaki pans if you’re a fan of Japanese rolled omelets.

While you’ll need to season the cast iron skillet regularly, that extra step will give you a naturally nonstick pan that’s Teflon-free and non-toxic. Whether you eat eggs for breakfast every morning or want a mini skillet to save space, this Lodge pan is worth more than $6 — but that’s all it costs right now.

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At the time of publishing, the price was $6.