7 Easy Backpacking Breakfast Ideas
As the old saying goes, 'Breakfast Is the Most Important Meal of the Day,' and when it comes to backpacking or camping, this is especially true.
To get ready for an energy-packed day on the trails, get inspired by these seven recipes you can make alongside your Jetboil camp set-up. Start your backpacking adventure on the right foot and use these nutrition-packed breakfast ideas.
Our Favorite Backpacking Breakfast Recipes
1. The ‘Bobsadilla’ Breakfast Quesadilla
Packed with the essentials—carbs, protein, and fat—along with vitamin-dense vegetables, the ‘Bobsadilla’ breakfast quesadilla will provide you with much-needed energy for a day of hiking, swimming, and other outdoor activities.
You can prepare the vegetables in advance and bring them with you. The compact HalfGen cooking system along with the Summit Skillet (don’t forget utensils) will have you whipping this hearty breakfast up in no time.
2. Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
For an energizing and nutritious start to your outdoor journey, this quinoa breakfast bowl offers the perfect balance of flavor and nourishment.
Savor a warm combination of quinoa, coconut flakes, and sweet fruits that will fuel you up for any adventure. This rib-sticking meal is not only healthy but is great for a warm meal during cooler months and mornings.
Jetboil’s MiniMo Cooking System boils water in just over two minutes so you can quickly cook the quinoa as you get ready for your day.
3. Backpackers French Toast
Start your day of backcountry exploration with a delicious, warm french toast breakfast that is sure to leave you feeling energized and ready for the day ahead.
Enjoy its ooey-gooey goodness—don’t forget to bring syrup from home. You'll feel like you just went to your favorite diner even at your campsite.
Use your Summit Skillet, JetSet Utensil Set, and MiniMo cooking system to make this quick meal.
4. Camp Eggs—Easy Breakfast Omelet
A list of backpacking breakfast ideas wouldn’t be complete without eggs. Packed with protein and peppers rich in Vitamin C, this easy breakfast omelet has all you need for a hearty, but quick morning breakfast.
This recipe can easily be doubled (or tripled) if you feel like you need an extra protein boost to your morning. The MicroMo Cooking System can help you create a perfectly silky omelet.
5. Hot Granola Breakfast
Prefer oats over quinoa? While similar to the quinoa breakfast bowl we talked about above, a hot granola breakfast lets you pick the toppings you prefer.
This backpacking breakfast can be whipped up quickly in your Flash Cooking System. Top with dried almonds, apples, bananas, or any dried fruit of your choice to add extra carbs for quick energy.
6. Power Oats
Brunch at a campsite? Yes, it can be done. This Power Oat Brunch provides fuel for some of the most intense hikes. Eat it warm for breakfast and pack leftovers for lunch.
There is some minor meal prep the night before, but you can eat it hot or cold—whichever is your preference. A Flash Cooking System, MiniMo Cooking System, or Zip Cooking System helps bring this fuel-packed breakfast to life.
7. Caffeinated Oatmeal Blast
If backpacking means that you want cooking to take a backseat from your normal day-to-day routine, this caffeinated oatmeal blast provides everything you need for a day on the trails (with no cooking required).
Need to get up and at it quickly? Then this caffeine-packed oatmeal recipe is the perfect solution. If you're wanting to get up early to start a long hike or see the sunrise across the mountains, you can make an energizing breakfast in just six minutes.
Start Your Day Right - Don't Hit the Trail Hungry
Cooking breakfast at camp can be quick and easy. All you need is a little creativity, meal prep before you leave for your trip, and some basic ingredients on hand. A simple and reliable backpacking stove system will elevate your meals on the go.
Don’t know which cook system to go with? Use our stove finder page to help you choose the right cooking system for your needs. Finally, don’t forget your basic camp cookware—like utensils and frying pans.
More Backpacking Food Ideas
For more backpacking breakfast ideas check out our hub of backpacking breakfast recipes for a quick breakfast before you hit the trail.
Need some more inspiration? Combine some of these meals with our 13 Smart Backpacking Food Ideas or 25 Easy Camping Recipes Using 5 Ingredients or Less for delicious, nutritious, and lightweight backpacking meals.
If you are looking for meals for other times of the day we have you covered with these additional meal ideas and recipes:
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