Making Camping Breakfast a Breeze
When our family plans camping trips, we usually cook breakfast and dinner, keeping lunch simple with snacks or on-site meals. One of the biggest challenges, though, is fitting everything into our small camper fridge—and keeping it organized for easy access! Over time, I’ve discovered a few tricks to make breakfast prep smoother and stress-free.
Prep Ahead at Home
One of my go-to breakfast hacks is cracking eggs at home and storing them in a compact container. The first time I tried this, I used a sanitized, empty Gatorade bottle, and it worked perfectly! The wide opening made transferring the eggs easy, and the bottle kept them intact—even if you don’t want them scrambled. Plus, it fits neatly in the fridge door. Pro Tip: Let your family know about this hack to avoid any accidental “taste tests.” (Trust me, it’s happened, and it wasn’t pretty!)
Try Pudgy Pie Cooking
Pudgy pies are a camping classic in our family. Essentially sandwiches made in a pie iron over a campfire, they’re versatile and delicious. One of our favorite breakfast treats is 6-ingredient French toast. Here’s how:
Coat bread in a mixture of cinnamon-sugar, eggs, and milk (add vanilla extract if you have it).
Place it in a greased pie iron and cook it over the fire.
Check frequently for the perfect cooking time, and don’t forget an oven mitt!
Top with butter and syrup, and you’ve got a delicious breakfast that’s easy to make and fun for everyone.
Pack Easy Breakfast Options
It’s a simple idea but worth remembering: bring no-cook breakfast options like cereal. These are perfect for rainy mornings or departure days when you want minimal cleanup. My trick? Serve cereal in red Solo cups or reusable cups. It cuts down on dishes to wash, and the kids love the novelty of it!
