Dutch Oven
Breakfast
Vegetarian
Easy Camping Dutch Baby for a Hearty Breakfast
Whip up this impressive yet simple Dutch oven Dutch Baby. A satisfying treat that's perfect for a special camping breakfast or a cozy weekend morning at camp.
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Added October 14, 2026

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min
Serves: 6
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- •3 large eggs
- •2/3 cup whole milk
- •2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- •2 Tbsp sugar
- •1/4 tsp salt
- •1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- •2 Tbsp butter
Equipment
- • Blender
- • 10-inch cast iron skillet
Instructions
- 1Prepare the batter by adding the eggs, milk, flour, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract to a blender. Blend until smooth and let the batter rest at room temperature.
- 2Preheat the oven to 425ºF with a 10-inch cast iron skillet inside. Heat the skillet for an additional 10 minutes after the oven reaches the set temperature.
- 3Carefully remove the skillet and add the butter, swirling it until melted. Return the skillet to the oven for 30-60 seconds until the butter begins to brown.
- 4Remove the skillet and swirl the melted butter evenly. Quickly pour the prepared batter into the hot skillet.
- 5Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 14-15 minutes until golden brown and puffed at the edges. Cut into pieces and serve with maple syrup and fresh berries.
Camp tips
- • Use a blender for a smooth batter with no lumps.
- • Preheat the skillet to ensure a hot start for the batter.
- • Move quickly when adding butter and batter to prevent cooling.
Food safety & trail facts
- Calories:
- 229
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