31 Easy Camping Breakfast Ideas

Are you looking for some easy camping breakfast ideas?

If you’re a camping enthusiast, you know breakfast is the most important meal of the day (at least when camping). It sets up your energy for all the day’s adventures, and nothing beats a solid start for a busy morning outdoors.

As such, having some easy recipes on hand can be helpful before heading out into nature. I’ve compiled 31 delicious, simple, camping-friendly breakfast ideas to make your days off unforgettable!

Read on for my top picks, from make-ahead options that require limited prepping out in nature to one-pot meals perfect for cozying up around campfire flames to healthy vegan eats, so you’ll never be stuck with soggy cereal or granola bars again!

What are some easy camping breakfast ideas?

Easy camping breakfast ideas include pre-made meals like egg muffins, pancakes on a stick, overnight oats, one-pot dishes such as Dutch oven French toast bake, and individual omelets; lighter fare like smoothie bowls or avocado toast with an egg; and vegan options like chia seed pudding with fresh fruit. 

Some recipes can be made ahead of time, like quesadillas or burritos with protein fillings that can be cooked over a campfire. No matter your preference, there’s sure to be a tasty meal option for any campsite breakfast!

1. Huevos Rancheros

If you’re looking for a vegetarian meal that’s as good as it gets, look no further—Huevos rancheros have all the answers! This classic farm-style Mexican breakfast dish is full of deliciousness on every level and sure to please even the harshest critic.

Ingredients:

• Pico de Gallo
  • 2 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped (about 1 ½ cups)
  • ¼ cup finely chopped white onion
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 medium lime)
  • ¼ teaspoon fine-grain sea salt
• Refried beans
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup finely chopped white onion
  • ¼ teaspoon fine-grain sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 can (15 ounces) of black beans or pinto beans, rinsed and drained, or 1 ½ cups of cooked beans
  • ¼ cup water
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon lime juice
• Everything else
  • 1 ½ cups (12 ounces) of your favorite red salsa, either homemade or jarred
  • 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 4 eggs
  • 4 corn tortillas
  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (optional)
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional garnishes: Crumbled Cotija or feta cheese, sliced avocado, additional chopped cilantro, or hot sauce

Time:

• Prep Time: 25 mins 
• Cook Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 4 Servings

2. Grilled Ham, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Sandwiches

Time to take breakfast outside and wow your friends! With these grilled breakfast sandwiches, you can easily impress your co-campers. Grill something special that is easier to make on the grill than in the kitchen and makes you feel good.

Ingredients:

• 10 large eggs
• 4 scallions, finely chopped 
• Kosher salt 
• One 12-pack pull-apart dinner rolls  
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature 
• 6 slices American cheese 
• 4 slices deli ham, finely chopped 
• Hot sauce, such as Tabasco, for serving

Time:

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Yield: 12 servings

3. Bacon, Egg, and Avocado Breakfast Sandwich

Spice up your camping routine with a savory breakfast sandwich! Toast an English muffin, and layer it with bacon, eggs, and avocado for some mouth-watering flavor that will have you dreaming of hitting the snooze button.

Ingredients:

• 6 ea. slices of bacon halved 
• 4 ea. large eggs, beaten 
• 1/4 t. salt 
• 1/4 t. pepper 
• 1 ea. Avocado From Mexico pitted, peeled, & mashed 
• 4 ea. English muffins, toasted

Time:

• Total Time: 25mins
• Yield: 4 servings

4. Grilled Peach Crisp Foil Packs

Enjoy the crispy goodness of camping without all the fuss! Cut down on cook time and fat content, and clean up with this tasty crisp-for-one. Grill them in rustic foil bowls for a fun solo adventure—mess-free snacks that you can eat straight from the pack!

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• Pinch kosher salt
• 4 ripe peaches
• 4 tablespoons granola
• Four 1/4-cup scoops of low-fat vanilla frozen yogurt, optional

Time:

• Prep: 5 min
• Inactive: 5 min
• Cook: 15 min
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Yield: 4 servings

5. Banana Bread Pancakes

Good mornings are even better when you wake up to the smell of banana bread pancakes cooking! Transform your regular stack into a delectable morning treat by adding some bananas, walnuts, and brown sugar for a sweet start to a fantastic day.

Ingredients:

• 3 bananas (the riper, the better)
• 2 eggs
• 1½ cups whole milk
• 2 cups flour
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chopped walnuts (toasted in a dry skillet if desired)
• ghee, butter, or coconut oil for the pan

Time:

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 16 pancakes

6. Camping Muffuletta

If you’re looking for the ideal snack to take on a camping trip, look no further than a Muffuletta! This pressed sandwich is chock-full of deliciously savory cold cuts and cheese that get better with time. So while exploring nature’s beauty, let this tasty treat combine all its flavors perfectly.

Ingredients:

• One 12-ounce loaf of Italian bread, about 16-inches long
• 1 1/2 cups pitted mixed olives, drained
• 3/4 cup prepared giardiniera, drained
• 1/2 cup roasted red bell peppers, drained and roughly chopped
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons capers in brine, drained
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 8 ounces sliced provolone cheese
• 6 ounces sliced mortadella
• 6 ounces of sliced salami
• 6 ounces sliced ham

Time:

• Total: 8 hr 25 min (includes chilling time)
• Active: 25 min
• Yield: 6 servings

7. Asparagus and Pancetta Skillet Hash

Kickstart your camping mornings with a spring-inspired savory breakfast skillet hash! Combining colorful asparagus, hearty potatoes, and smoky pancetta into one dish, you’ll be ready to dig in—and if that’s not enough for you, why don’t you top it all off with an egg? I guarantee this delicious vegetable-packed meal will become part of the routine.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 medium potato, peeled if desired, cut into 1/4 inch dice
• 1 bunch of asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 4 oz pancetta, diced (we use the pre-diced pancetta from Trader Joe’s)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste
• 2 eggs

Time:

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings

8. Campfire Cinnamon Rolls

Craving something sweet while camping? Fire up the grill and whip up some delicious campfire cinnamon rolls! Enjoy warm, soft yeast dough with delightful cinnamon sweetness—it’s a treat that you won’t soon forget.

Ingredients:

• 6 Cinnamon Rolls, thawed but still cold (one box/package)
•  1 cream cheese icing packet (comes with rolls)

Time:

• Prep time:  1 min 
• Cook time:  15 min 
• Total time:  16 min
• Yield: 6 cinnamon rolls

9. Vegan Coconut French Toast

This camping season, try a tropical twist on classic French toast! This simple vegan version is full of healthy coconut flavor and fragrant nutmeg. It’s perfect for breakfast while camping.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk, shake well before opening
• 2 tbsp maple syrup or agave syrup
• ½ tsp ground nutmeg, plus extra for topping
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 6–8 slices of bread
• About 1 tbsp coconut oil (or cooking spray or cooking oil of choice)

Time:

• Prep time: 5 mins
• Cook time: 15 mins 
• Total time: 20 mins
• Yield: 3 toasts

10. Campfire French Toast

Trips in your camper van are a great way to bring your family together and make lasting memories! Start the morning off right with this delicious campfire French toast. It’s an easy, fuss-free camp cooking experience that will leave everyone smiling throughout your vacation!

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf of bread of choice
• 8 eggs
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¼ cup sliced almonds
• 1 500g container of fresh strawberries
• Confectioners sugar (Icing Sugar)
• Syrup of choice

Time:

• Prep time: 5 mins
• Cook time: 40 mins
• Total time: 45 mins
• Yield: 6 toasts

11. Sausage Breakfast Sandwich with Honey Sriracha Sauce

Start your day right with these irresistible sweet and spicy breakfast sandwiches. They’re the perfect grab-and-go meal when you’re in a rush—no need to worry about missing out on that campfire bonding time ever again!

Ingredients:

• Sausage Patties
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 2 teaspoons dried herbs: thyme, rosemary, sage, etc
  • 1 teaspoon salt

• Sriracha Honey Sauce
  • ½ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha

• Sandwich Assembly
  • 6 eggs
  • 6 slices cheese
  • 6 English muffins

Time:

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 6 sandwiches

12. Halloumi Breakfast Sandwich

This delicious combination of grilled halloumi cheese, sweet Hawaiian rolls, and a fried egg makes the perfect camping breakfast. Spicy mayo takes it to another level that will have your friends licking their lips—no napkins necessary!

Ingredients:

• 1 large Hawaiian sweet roll (use the sandwich buns if you can find them)
• 1 tablespoon butter or oil divided
• 2 oz halloumi cheese, sliced
• 1 egg
• 3 tablespoons mayo
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha (more or less depending on your heat preference)
• 1 scallion, sliced or julienned
• salt + pepper, to taste

Time:

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 1 sandwich

13. Make-Ahead Spinach and Mushroom Breakfast Sandwiches

Have you ever wanted to enjoy a delicious breakfast sandwich, even on busy mornings? With this easy treat, you can turn your usual spinach and mushroom omelet into a treat you can eat anytime. 

Ingredients:

• Nonstick cooking spray for the pan optional
• Salted butter, at room temperature, for the pan or spreading, optional
• 10 large eggs
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Extra-virgin olive oil
• 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced;
• 3 cups stemmed spinach
• 6 slices Swiss cheese (about 6 ounces)
• 6 English muffins, split

Time:

• Total: 35 min
• Active: 15 min
• Yield: 6 sandwiches

14. Pie Iron Peanut Butter & Jelly French Toast

Instead of lugging around perishable ingredients for a French toast feast, get crafty and cook up a camping-friendly vegan twist in the form of stuffed pie iron French toast! It’s quick to prepare on a hot plate powered by a solar generator without sacrificing any yummy flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 very ripe banana
• One 13.6-ounce can of unsweetened coconut milk (see Cook’s Note) 
• Kosher salt 
• 8 slices vegan sandwich bread (see Cook’s Note) 
• 1/4 cup peanut butter 
• 1/4 cup jam or jelly in your favorite flavor 
• 4 tablespoons coconut oil 
• Fresh berries for topping 
• Confectioner’s sugar, for topping 
• Maple syrup or honey for topping

Time:

• Total: 25 min
• Active: 25 min
• Yield: 4 toasts

15. Johnny Apple Seed Oatmeal

Spice up your camping breakfasts with a delicious bowl of fall-themed oatmeal. This unique recipe will make you want to avoid returning to plain oats again!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups water
• pinch salt
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 medium apple, diced into 1/2 cubes
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• ¼ teaspoon allspice
• 2 tablespoons hemp, flax, or chia seeds (we use a blend of equal parts hemp, flax, and chia)
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup

Time:

• Prep Time: 2 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 12 minutes
• Yield: 2 bowls

16. Bacon & Cheese Pull-Apart Loaf

After months of wanting to try it, I had the chance to make a fantastic pull-apart loaf while camping! And don’t worry if you can’t get out into nature; this delicious treat is just as easy and fun at home in your oven or BBQ.

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf Italian bread 10 to 12 inches
• 5-6 tablespoons butter or margarine softened
• 12 pieces of cheese marble of great old cheddar would be delicious!
• 12 slices of cooked bacon
• 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard, optional

Time:

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 4 Servings

17. Cinnamon Monkey Bread Foil Packets

Start your morning with this delicious, easy-to-make breakfast dish! Grill up gooey cinnamon rolls tossed in sugar and cinnamon; it’ll be like having campfire cinnamon monkey bread on the most unique camping trip ever. Yum!

Ingredients:

• 1/4 c. sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 4 Tbsp cold butter
• 1/2 c. brown sugar
• 1 (12.4 oz) package of cinnamon rolls with icing

Time:

• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Yield: 4 servings

18. Apple Granola Stackers

Ready for a mouth-watering camping breakfast? Spread all but the top apple slice with creamy peanut butter, sprinkle on some crunchy granola, and then stack them up! Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap before popping it into the fridge until morning—voila! Now you’re ready to tackle your fabulous outdoor adventure fueled by a unique homemade treat!

Ingredient:

• 1 Granny Smith apple, skin on, cored, and sliced crosswise
• 1 red apple skin on, cored and sliced crosswise (see Cook’s Note)
• 1/4 cup crunchy peanut butter 
• 1/2 cup granola 
• 1 tablespoon Cinnamon Sugar, the recipe follows:
• Cinnamon Sugar:
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

Time:

• Total: 10 min
• Active: 10 min
• Yield: 2 servings

19. Campfire Skillet Breakfast

Ready to start the day with a bang? Our Campfire Skillet Breakfast is perfect for campers looking for an easy-to-make yet filling meal. Fry up some bacon over slow-burning coals and enjoy!

Ingredient:

• ½ pound sliced bacon
• 4 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
• ½ onion, chopped (Optional)
• 6 eggs, beaten, and
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Time:

• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 17 mins
• Total Time: 32 mins
• Yield: 8 servings

20. Cast-Iron Skillet Campfire Frittata

Kickstart your next camping trip with this delicious, made-from-scratch frittata! Roasted cherry tomatoes, basil, and seasoned shallots are mixed with freshly beaten eggs and cheese to make a tasty dish. It’ll be the perfect way to begin an adventure-filled day!

Ingredient:

• 8 eggs
• ½ cup milk
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 shallot, sliced thin
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
• ¼ cup basil, chopped
• ½ cup shredded gruyere cheese

Time:

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings

21. Camp Stove Chilaquiles

If you’re looking for a delicious vegetarian camping breakfast that will take little time, look no further than chilaquiles! It’s crispy tortillas simmered in a spicy tomato sauce and topped with eggs – all ready within 30 minutes. So pack up your tent and get cooking!

Ingredient:

• ⅓ cup vegetable oil
• 6 corn tortillas, cut into wedges
• ½ red onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (7oz) can of el Pato sauce (or 1 cup tomato sauce and a chopped jalapeño)
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 – 4 eggs

Time:

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings

22. Campfire Apple Crisp

Look no further than this vegan campfire apple crisp if you’re looking for a simple yet comforting dessert to cap off your outdoor adventure this fall season. It’s made without baking so that it can be effortlessly added to the end of your camping trip menu. 

Ingredient:

• 2-3 apples, sliced ¼” thin
• 1 tablespoon oil or butter
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ½ teaspoon ground cloves
• 2 tablespoons bourbon
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 cup granola

Time:

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings

23. Camping Breakfast Pizza with Bacon and Mushrooms

Enjoy the great outdoors and satisfy your cravings with this delicious skillet “Breakfast Pizza”! All you need is hashbrowns, some fun toppings of your choice, and a camp fire to make it all come together. Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients:

• 4 cups frozen shredded hashbrowns
• 8 eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1 cup diced ham or cooked bacon
• 1/4 cup green onions or diced white onions; your preference
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese, extra for topping at the end if preferred

Time:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings

24. Blueberry Banana Pancakes

Are you ready for your morning to be flipped on its head? Make breakfast a breeze and try these vegan, gluten-free blueberry banana pancakes! Bananas are the star of this show, so you won’t want to swap them out, but use whatever berry tickles your fancy—raspberries or strawberries will do.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe medium banana, just under ½ cup (110g) mashed
• ⅔ cup original Almond Breeze Almond Milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• ¾ cup (90g) flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder (make sure it’s fresh)
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup (25g) blueberries, plus more for topping
• a few teaspoons of coconut oil for the pan
• maple syrup for serving

blueberry topping:

• ¼ cup (25g) blueberries + a drizzle of maple syrup + tiny pinch of salt

Time:

• Total Cook Time: 25 mins

25. Breakfast Cookies

Get ready to start your morning right! These oatmeal cookies are a cinch to make and are packed with wholesome, nutritious goodness. Gluten-free, vegan, and low in sugar, these cookies taste better than you thought possible for breakfast! This recipe, ready in 30 minutes from 1 bowl of ingredients, is ideal for camping trips or enjoying anything delicious.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups (160g) quick oats or old-fashioned whole oats
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 cup (250g) almond butter, peanut butter, or sunflower seed butter
• 1/4 cup (60ml) pure maple syrup (or honey)
• 1/3 cup (60g) apple butter
• 1 large banana, mashed (about 1/2 cup)
• 1/2 cup (75g) dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup (70g) pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
• 1/2 cup (75g) raisins
• optional: 1/4 cup (28g) ground flax

Time:

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 16 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield:12 cookies

26. Sweet Potato Chorizo Hash

Start your morning off right with this delicious winter-inspired dish! This one-skillet sweet potato breakfast hash is laden with crumbled chorizo sausage and sliced scallions. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 medium-sized sweet potato, peeled if desired
• 2 green onions
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 2 oz crumbly chorizo or Soyrizo
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 eggs
• Salt to taste

Time:

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings

27. Cast-Iron Skillet Cinnamon Sugar Campfire Donuts

Camping is about creating unique experiences; now, there’s a delicious way to do it! Want a new favorite treat for outdoor adventures? Cast-Iron Skillet Cinnamon Sugar Campfire Donuts. There’s no better way to enjoy sweet, gooey goodness over the campfire!

Ingredients:

• 1 tube refrigerator biscuit dough
• cooking oil for frying enough to allow your donuts to float a little
• 1 cup granulated sugar 
• 2 tbsp ground cinnamon

Time:

• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins

28. Dutch Oven Dutch Baby Pancake

Nothing says “camping” like lovingly cooking up a Dutch Baby in the great outdoors! The sweet aroma of a traditional dutch oven pancake – plus loads of fresh berries for extra sweetness – is sure to bring smiles all around. Best part? All that deliciousness comes together and puffs into golden-brown perfection, making it just as pretty as it is tasty!

Ingredients:

• ½ cup butter
• 9 eggs
• 1 ½ cups milk
• 1 tablespoon vanilla
• zest from one lemon
• 1 ½ cups flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 4 cups berries
• ¼ cup powdered sugar (amount varies based on preference)
• lemon juice (to squeeze on berries, if desired)

Time:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings

29. Coconut Chocolate Granola

Camping breakfasts don’t have to be boring! With this delicious chocolate coconut granola recipe, you can give your mornings a crunchy and lightly sweetened treat with all the chocolaty goodness you crave. Plus, its easy-to-make batch will last up to 30 days in the pantry – so there’s no excuse not to try it out today!

Ingredients:

• 4 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup shredded coconut
• ½ cup flaxseeds
• 1 cup chopped nuts or shelled seeds (optional)

½ cup cocoa powder

• ⅓ cup melted coconut oil
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ⅓ cup maple syrup
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup mini chocolate chips

Time:

• Total Time: 25 mins

30. Bagel with Cream Cheese

Are you looking for an effortless, delicious camping breakfast? Bagel and cream cheese could be your answer! The key to making it tasty is using top-notch ingredients – the freshest bagels and creamiest cheeses. Expertly combined, you can have a mouthwatering meal ready in minutes!

Ingredients:

• 1 bagel
• 2 tbsp cream cheese

Time:

• Total Time: 15mins

31. Camping Oatmeal Recipe with Dried Fruit

This wholesome and balanced oatmeal recipe makes your camping trips even more delicious! It’s non-perishable, so that you can make it ahead of time for a convenient on-the-go breakfast. Enjoy all the tasty benefits of campfire cooking without sacrificing nutrition or flavor!

Ingredients:

• 4 c. oatmeal
• 1/4 c. brown sugar
• 1/4 c. slivered almonds or other nuts
• 1/2 c. golden raisins or other dried fruit
• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
• Banana (optional)

Time:

• Prep Time: 1 minute
• Cook Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 6 minutes

Final Thoughts

Camping breakfasts don’t have to be boring! With all of these ideas for camping breakfasts, you can make sure that your camping trips include tasty and good meals.

From sweet treats like Apple Cider Pancakes to savory dishes such as Sweet Potato Chorizo Scramble, there is a recipe for everyone here. So grab your gear and get creative in the kitchen while camping and enjoy some yummy food fresh off the campfire!

Oh, and don’t forget to winterize your camper after these heart warming breakfasts!