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Easy Campfire Foil Breakfast Burritos Recipe Made the Night Before for Perfect Camping Meals

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These easy campfire foil breakfast burritos are prepped the night before and cooked slowly over campfire coals for a warm, hearty, and mess-free breakfast perfect for camping or busy mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk (dairy-free milk optional)
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack)
  • 1 cup (150 g) cooked breakfast sausage or bacon, chopped (vegetarian option: sautéed mushrooms or plant-based sausage)
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 6 large flour tortillas (10-inch / 25 cm)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Salsa or hot sauce (optional for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and bell peppers, sauté until softened and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes. Add cooked sausage or bacon pieces to warm through. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 1/4 cup milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Pour the egg mixture into the same skillet over medium-low heat. Stir gently with a spatula, cooking slowly until eggs are just set but still moist, about 4-6 minutes. Avoid overcooking.
  4. Add the sautéed veggies and meat mixture back into the eggs. Stir to combine evenly. Fold in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese while the mixture is still warm to melt slightly.
  5. Lay out 6 large flour tortillas on a clean surface. Divide the egg mixture evenly among them, placing filling in the center of each tortilla. Fold sides in and roll up tightly, tucking ends to keep fillings inside.
  6. Tear off a 12×12 inch sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil for each burrito. Wrap each burrito tightly in foil, sealing edges well to prevent leaks.
  7. Place wrapped burritos in a cooler or insulated bag to keep chilled overnight.
  8. In the morning, place foil-wrapped burritos on hot campfire coals or grill grate over fire. Cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally with tongs, until heated through and steaming hot inside. Avoid burning the foil.
  9. Carefully unwrap and serve immediately with salsa or hot sauce if desired.

Notes

Use heavy-duty foil to prevent tearing and leaks. Cook over coals or embers for steady heat, not open flames. Pre-cook all fillings fully before assembling. Store burritos chilled overnight for food safety and flavor melding. Use tongs or heat-resistant gloves to handle hot foil packets. Adjust cooking time if using a grill or oven.

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