There's nothing like a peaceful week spent up at camp, living the rustic life in a cabin or lodge, and keeping things simple.
Whether you're in the mountains, by a lake, or near the ocean, one thing is always true about being at camp. You don't have a fully stocked pantry like at home, and may have minimal cookware. BUT, with all that outdoor activity, the whole crew is perpetually starved and ready for the next meal!
Here are 15 hearty, delicious breakfasts that are easy to whip up with minimal ingredients and dishes, but are so much healthier and tastier than cereal or pop-tarts. Start those mornings by fueling your bodies well, with an easy low-fuss breakfast the whole crew is going to love!
1. Breakfast Pita Pockets
Here's an easy, portable option that's quick, fun, and packed with plenty of protein to fuel that hike or day on the lake!
Scrambled eggs, cheese, and ham, are tucked into pita pockets for a filling, satisfying start to the day.
Get the recipe here.
2. Dutch Baby
Here's an easy and delicious Dutch Baby, or German Pancake. With its puffiness and golden-brown edges, this is breakfast comfort food!
Made from with just a few ingredients, this comes together quickly, and puffs up like magic.
Get the recipe here.
3. Homemade Granola
Here's an easy granola recipe that you easily whip up, and enjoy all week!
There's nothing like the satisfying crunch of homemade granola, and it's so much tastier than store-bought. Making a big batch of this would be a fun indoor activity for one of those rainy days where you're stuck inside!
Get the recipe here.
4. chorizo sweet potato hash
This chorizo sweet potato hash is a hearty and satisfying breakfast made with spicy chorizo sausage, sweet potato, red onion, and topped with avocado and cilantro.
It's a quick and easy breakfast to whip up at camp, and will keep you full all morning long.
Get the recipe here.
5. Breakfast Quesadilla
This breakfast quesadilla features fluffy scrambled eggs and savory ham inside a crispy tortilla.
It's such a great start to the day, and easy to whip up for each person as they roll out of bed on those slow and peaceful camp mornings.
Get the recipe here.
6. Healthy Breakfast Banana Split with Berries
A breakfast banana split with berries makes a fun start the to day, that feels like diving into dessert!
Kids are going to just love this. With all those healthy ingredients, and minimal prep work, so will you!
Get the recipe here.
7. Orange & Honey Ricotta Toast
Here's a tasty little breakfast that you just have to try!
Ricotta cheese makes for a perfect spread, while the drizzle of honey adds a lovely sweetness. Tie it all together with thin orange slices, and some optional chili flakes, for a super-easy breakfast that's packed with flavor!
Get the recipe here.
8. Maple Brown Sugar Overnight Oats
That week up at camp is a great time to get back on the overnight oats train.
This is such an easy way to have a healthy breakfast ready to go in the morning, without hassle. The delicious pecans and maple flavor are so good, and this is one of those breakfasts that will really stick with you, and carry everyone over til lunch!
Get the recipe here.
9. Banana Pecan Pancakes
We just love how this easy recipe whips up quickly with just a few ingredients. No need for a fully stocked pantry, to enjoy these!
Everyone will love the banana and pecan combo, and it's easy to make them gluten free like in the article, or just regular by reaching for all-purpose flour instead. They're fluffy perfection either way.
Get the recipe here.
10. Greek Baked Eggs
How delicious do these tasty little egg cups look? Here's an easy breakfast that's just packed with protein.
The briny feta complements those eggs so deliciously, you may find yourself making this more than once!
Get the recipe here.
11. Toad In a Hole
It doesn't get much easier (or more fun!), than good old fashioned "toad in a hole". Whether you grew up calling it this, or bird in a nest, or any of the other cute names by which this classic breakfast is known, that bread and egg breakfast is perfect for a morning at camp.
Kids and adults alike will smile when they hear this answer to "What's for breakfast?"
Get the recipe here.
12. Strawberry Overnight Oats
Here's another overnight oats recipe that we just love, and it's perfect for summer!
These easy make-ahead jars are so great for making sure everyone gets fueled up for a busy day, even if they slept in until the last minute!
Get the recipe here.
13. Hash Brown Avocado Toast
Here's a crispy handheld breakfast that is perfect for home or at camp.
Crispy hash brown patties are topped with creamy avocado, "everything" bagel spice, and a drizzle of optional hot sauce, for an easy, satisfying start to your day.
This is one "avocado toast" recipe that's anything but bland!
Get the recipe here.
14. French Toast Sticks
For this easy, kid-friendly favorite, thick bread is cut into strips, dipped in sweet cinnamon custard, and then cooked up until golden and buttery.
This French toast sticks recipe might be perfect for little ones, but grown-ups will adore them too!
Get the recipe here.
15. Roasted Skillet Breakfast Potatoes With Peppers & Onions
Here's a down home country classic, that will stick to your ribs, and leave everyone full and happy!
Made right in a handy skillet (which probably has MVP kitchenware status while you're at camp), this is a one-pan dish that's hearty, satisfying, and delicious.
Get the recipe here.
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Anna Chesley
Anna Chesley is a freelance writer living a homestead lifestyle, with a special love for family travel, old books, vintage skills, and seaside living. In addition to founding Salt In My Coffee, she runs the website, New England Family Life, as well as The 1800's Housewife, a website devoted to re-creating authentic 1800's recipes.
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