Start your morning outdoors with these Campfire Sausage & Egg Breakfast Muffins—a hearty, protein-packed, and easy-to-make breakfast for camping trips!

These muffins combine fluffy eggs, savory sausage, and melty cheese, all baked to perfection in a muffin tin right over the campfire or in a Dutch oven. No fuss, no mess—just grab-and-go goodness!

Whether you’re prepping for a family camping adventure or need a quick breakfast at home, these muffins are portable, delicious, and endlessly customizable.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Perfect for Camping – Minimal prep and easy to cook over a fire or grill.
✔ Protein-Packed & Satisfying – Keeps you fueled for your outdoor adventures.
✔ Customizable – Add veggies, different cheeses, or swap sausage for bacon.
✔ Make-Ahead Friendly – Prepare in advance and reheat at the campsite!

Ingredients

6 large eggs
½ cup milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for a smoky flavor)
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled
¼ cup chopped bell peppers (optional, for extra flavor)
¼ cup diced green onions
Cooking spray or butter (for greasing muffin tin)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare Your Cooking Area

Campfire Method: Preheat a covered grill grate or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Oven Method: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Mix the Egg Batter

In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Stir in cheese, sausage, bell peppers, and green onions.

3. Grease & Fill the Muffin Tin

Grease a cast-iron muffin tin or a silicone muffin mold with cooking spray or butter.
Pour the egg mixture evenly into each muffin cup, filling about ¾ full.

4. Cook the Muffins

Campfire Method:
- Place the muffin tin on a grill grate over indirect heat or inside a preheated Dutch oven with a lid.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, rotating occasionally, until the muffins are set and golden.
Oven Method:
- Bake at 375°F for 18-20 minutes, or until eggs are fully set.

5. Serve & Enjoy

Let the muffins cool for a few minutes, then pop them out and serve warm.
Enjoy them as-is or with a dash of hot sauce or salsa!

Expert Tips for the Recipe

✅ Use Pre-Cooked Sausage – Saves time and prevents excess grease in the muffins.
✅ Add Veggies for Flavor – Try spinach, mushrooms, or diced tomatoes.
✅ Make-Ahead Option – Bake at home, cool, and pack them for easy campfire reheating.
✅ Campfire Cooking Hack – Cover with foil to trap heat and cook evenly outdoors.