Name: Dutch Oven Breakfast Bake Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 2 cups Tatertot hash browns; 1 Bell pepper (diced); 1/2 White onion (diced); 1/2 cup Cooked ham (diced); 8 Eggs; 1/2 cup Cheese (shredded); 2 Green onion stalks (diced); Salt & pepper

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Wake up to a hearty delight with this delicious Dutch oven breakfast bake! Eggs, ham, veggies, tater tots, and cheddar cheese baked to golden perfection.

Baked breakfast casserole topped with diced green onion in a cast iron dutch oven lined with parchment paper.

A delicious breakfast is the best way to start your day, and this easy recipe is a winner! Whether you’re out camping or just making a big meal for the whole family, this breakfast bake is packed with flavor and simple to whip up.

Dutch oven cooking is a great way to create one-pot styles meals quickly and easily! Whenever we are planning for a camping trip, I try to make meals as simple as possible to prepare. This easy breakfast is one that we love to prepare ahead of time and make while camping!

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Baked breakfast casserole topped with diced green onion in a cast iron dutch oven lined with parchment paper with a text overlay.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This delicious Dutch oven breakfast bake is a total crowd-pleaser! It’s a great way to feed large groups without spending hours cooking.

The cast iron Dutch oven gives everything a smoky, rich flavor, and the tater tots create a crispy, satisfying base. Plus, you can prep everything ahead of time, making it perfect for your next camping trip or an easy weekend brunch.

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Tips For Cooking With Cast Iron

When cooking with cast iron, be sure to season the surface first.
Always use gloves or oven mitts while cooking, as the surface of the iron will be hot.
Cook the recipe over an open fire using hot coals, not open flames. A fire that is too hot will burn the outside of your recipe and not cook the inside.
Be sure to clean the cast iron with a rough vegetable scrubber, rinse, and dry thoroughly before storing.

Dutch Oven Breakfast Casserole

This easy camping recipe is full of cheddar cheese, eggs, bell peppers, and tater tots – the perfect addition to your next camping trip! My whole family loves this delicious breakfast and I love how quick it is to make with very little prep work.

Ingredients

Tater tots – The crispy, golden hashbrown base that makes every bite irresistible.
Bell pepper, diced – Adds a pop of color and a sweet crunch.
White onion, diced – Because every great breakfast needs a little savory bite.
Cooked ham, diced – A salty, meaty addition that pairs perfectly with eggs.
Eggs – The glue that holds this hearty breakfast together.
Cheese, shredded – Melty, gooey, and packed with extra flavor.
Green onion, diced – A fresh finish to top things off.
Salt and pepper – These simple seasonings are a must.

Diced ham and cheese in a large freezer bag with diced onion and bell peppers in clear bowls on a wooden picnic table.

Instructions

1. Dice the bell pepper, onion, and ham into small pieces.

Pouring beaten eggs into a large freezer bag.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs together with cheese, salt, and pepper.

Ingredients for dutch oven breakfast back in a freezer bag on a wooden picnic table with a bag of tater tots.

3. Place the ingredients into a large freezer bag for easy packing and storage.

Tip: Prepare the ingredients at home, in advance. This makes prepping and cleanup a breeze when camping.

Uncooked breakfast casserole ingredients in a cast iron dutch oven lined with parchment paper.

4. Line the inside of the Dutch oven with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

5. Layer tater tots on the bottom of the Dutch oven

6. Pour egg mixture over the top of the potatoes.

7. Place the lid on the Dutch oven and bake for 60 minutes over the coals of a campfire or in an oven at 350°F.

8. Top with green onions before serving.

Tips and Tricks

Prep everything in advance and store it in Ziplock bags for easy packing.
Line your cast iron Dutch oven with a Dutch oven liner or parchment paper to make cleanup a breeze.
Always cook over hot coals, not open flames, to avoid hot spots.
If using charcoal briquettes, arrange them evenly under and on top of the Dutch oven.
Add breakfast sausage or slices of bacon for an even heartier breakfast.
Let the bake sit for 10-15 minutes before serving to help the cheese melt perfectly.

More Camping Breakfast Ideas

Try this cast iron skillet French toast recipe.
This foil packet breakfast bake is a family favorite.
These campfire breakfast burritos are perfect for large groups!
We love this camp cooker breakfast bake as well.

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Our Camp Cooking Essentials

A pie iron camp cooker makes cooking over the open fire super easy. Check out these 20+ Pie Iron Recipe Ideas for tons of camp cooker inspiration! Or visit my how to use a pie iron post for tips.
Foil pie plates make tinfoil packet meals even easier with the sturdy base that they provide.
These grilling bags that I recently found are amazing! Simply add all of your ingredients to the bag at home, then throw it on the campfire or grill when camping in the great outdoors. Avoid the grill bags with plastic windows, though, as they melt.
We love these BBQ cooking gloves because they make handling campfire food a whole lot safer!

Baked breakfast casserole topped with diced green onion in a cast iron dutch oven lined with parchment paper with a scoop taken out with a large metal spoon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this in a regular oven?
Absolutely! Just bake at 350°F for about an hour or until the eggs are set.

Can I use frozen hash browns instead of tater tots?
Yes, just make sure they are evenly spread out and fully cooked before serving.

How do I prevent sticking in my Dutch oven?
Use parchment paper, a Dutch oven liner, or grease the bottom of your Dutch oven with nonstick cooking spray.

What size Dutch oven should I use?
A 12-inch Dutch oven works best for this breakfast recipe, especially when cooking for big groups.

Can I add other ingredients?
Definitely! Try hot sausage, Italian sausage, or even a drizzle of maple syrup for a sweet-savory twist.

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