Wake up to our delicious Dutch oven breakfast recipes. From fluffy scrambles and soft bagels to fruity jams, we have dishes that will please everyone at the table.
15 Delicious and Hearty Dutch Oven Breakfast Recipes
Updated on Jun. 22, 2025
1/15
Dutch Oven Cheesy Bacon & Eggs
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For campouts, my sister and I escape on horseback into the woods. We make bacon and eggs the first morning, then love the leftovers for the rest of the trip. —Mary Burris, Okeechobee, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 393 calories, 25g fat (12g saturated fat), 242mg cholesterol, 907mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.
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2/15
Dutch Oven Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
1 loaf (16 pieces)
From the Recipe Creator:
Crackling homemade bread makes an average day extraordinary. Enjoy this beautiful crusty bread recipe as is, or stir in a few favorites like cheese, garlic, herbs and dried fruits. —Catherine Ward, Mequon, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 86 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 148mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
3/15
Sausage and Eggs over Cheddar-Parmesan Grits
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These creamy grits topped with Italian sausage, peppers, onions and a fried egg are total comfort food and perfect for brunch or dinner. They are easy to put together and will satisfy a hungry crew. —Debbie Glasscock, Conway, Arkansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 538 calories, 32g fat (12g saturated fat), 253mg cholesterol, 972mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein.
4/15
Apricot Jam
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 half-pints
From the Recipe Creator:
This thick, chunky apricot jam was my grandma's recipe; it's lovely to make something for my family and friends that she made for hers! —Linda Wegner, Robinson, Illinois
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5/15
Scrambled Egg Bread
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We always eat ham, eggs and bread on camping trips, and we often have extras. Combine them and you’ve got scrambled egg bread. We first made this on a visit to Mount Shasta. —Shirley Mondeau, Rohnert Park, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 723 calories, 37g fat (19g saturated fat), 372mg cholesterol, 1530mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 39g protein.
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6/15
Mexican Rice with Poached Eggs
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This Mexican rice recipe topped with soft fried eggs works for breakfast or dinner. I like to serve the dish with hot tortillas and a side of refried beans for a complete meal. —Jean Lewis, Brooklyn, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 482 calories, 28g fat (10g saturated fat), 246mg cholesterol, 998mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 22g protein.
7/15
Homemade Yogurt
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings (about 2 qt.)
From the Recipe Creator:
You'll be surprised by how easy it is to make homemade yogurt. Top it with granola and your favorite berries. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 151 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 107mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 whole milk.
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8/15
Plantain Fritters
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These golden brown plantain fritters are a favorite in West Africa, where my aunt served as a missionary for 45 years. Make sure the plantains are very ripe. You can substitute bananas if you’d like. —Heather Ewald, Bothell, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 fritter: 77 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 87mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
9/15
Homemade Bagels
Total Time
50 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I always wanted to make my own bagels, so I searched to find a bagel recipe I could try. For variation and flavor, I sometimes add cinnamon and raisins or honey and sesame seeds to the dough. —Rebecca Phillips, Burlington, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts:
1 bagel: 237 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 271mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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10/15
Greek Zucchini & Feta Bake
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Looking to highlight your meal with something light, indulgent and golden on top? Turn to this Greek-style egg bake. —Gabriela Stefanescu, Webster, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 231 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 128mg cholesterol, 583mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
11/15
Quick & Easy Sausage Gravy
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Breakfast doesn't get any heartier or more satisfying than this homestyle classic. No one will leave the table hungry! —John Wilhelm, Richmond, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 446 calories, 34g fat (12g saturated fat), 93mg cholesterol, 1075mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 20g protein.
12/15
Chunky Cherry & Peach Preserves
Total Time
50 min
Servings
7 half-pints
From the Recipe Creator:
Out of all the jams I make, this is my grandmother’s favorite. She anxiously waits for late June to come because she knows I’ll put up as many batches as I can while peaches and cherries are at their peak. —Amy Seiger, McLoud, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 53 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 10mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch.
13/15
Kumquat Marmalade
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
7 half-pints
From the Recipe Creator:
I didn't even know what a kumquat was until my husband and I discovered them in southern Florida. Now I love using them for marmalade. I always get carried away making it and am happy to share! —Faye Robinson, Pensacola, Florida
14/15
Pumpkin Bagels
Total Time
45 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Enjoy pumpkin pie flavor with these classic bagels. For a change, adjust the spices to suit your taste buds. —Kristy Reeves, LeRoy, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 bagel: 180 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 273mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
15/15
Copycat Panera Bread Cinnamon Crunch Bagel
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 bagels
From the Recipe Creator:
What happens when you take the ingredients of your favorite cereal and mix them with your bagel dough? You get a delicious bagel encrusted with cinnamon sugar that pairs heavenly with a heavy schmear of cream cheese. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
Dutch Oven Breakfast Recipe FAQs
What are some hearty breakfast meals to make in a Dutch oven?
Hearty Dutch oven breakfast meals include baked egg casseroles, brunch strata layered with bread and cheese, baked scrambled eggs, and savory grits topped with sausage or bacon. You can also make bagels, biscuits or pull-apart Dutch oven breads that hold heat well and serve a crowd. These dishes cook evenly and stay warm longer, making them ideal for weekends.
What size Dutch oven is best for making breakfast recipes?
A 5- to 6-quart Dutch oven works best for most breakfast recipes, offering enough depth for casseroles and space for even heat distribution. Smaller sizes, around 3 quarts, from the best Dutch oven brands are great for side dishes, sauces or fruit preserves. Check out each recipe’s directions for the size of Dutch oven that will work best.
Should I preheat my Dutch oven before adding ingredients?
Yes, preheating your Dutch oven helps prevent food from sticking and promotes even cooking. Set it over low or medium heat and give it a few minutes to warm up before adding the first ingredients. Just be careful with enameled Dutch ovens, like Le Creuset, as heating them for too long while empty can cause damage over time. When baking in a Dutch oven, you can preheat it with the lid on to build up residual heat inside. Doing this also creates an evenly heated vessel, primed for the 360° heat distribution that Dutch oven baked goods need.
