Introduction

Cooking over a campfire offers a unique way to enjoy delicious desserts without the need for pots or pans. This article covers two popular campfire dessert recipes: campfire baked apples and no-pot campfire desserts. These recipes are perfect for beginners and require only basic tools and skills.

Campfire Baked Apples

Method 1: Classic Baked Apples

  1. Prepare the Apples: Use a camp knife to core the apples, leaving about 1/3 of the skin intact. Insert your chosen filling into the core. You can use cinnamon red hots, brown sugar with marshmallows, or a mix of brown sugar, cinnamon, butter, nuts, and raisins.
  2. Wrap and Twist: Wrap each apple in aluminum foil, twisting the top to seal it.
  3. Bake: Place the wrapped apples in the campfire embers and bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.

Method 2: Individual Servings

  1. Core the Apple: Carefully core the apple while keeping the bottom intact.
  2. Stuff the Apple: Stuff the apple with 2-4 tablespoons of dried fruits and nuts. Sprinkle 1/2-3/4 teaspoon of cinnamon sugar over the top and dot with 1/2 teaspoon of butter.
  3. Wrap and Twist: Double-wrap the apple in aluminum foil and twist the top to form a handle.
  4. Bake: Place the wrapped apple over campfire coals and bake for 15 minutes, turning occasionally.

Raisin-Filled Version

  1. Core the Apples: Core Granny Smith apples to create a central tube.
  2. Prepare the Filling: Mix 1/2 cup of sultanas, 1/3 cup of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
  3. Pack the Filling: Pack the filling into the apple cores.
  4. Wrap and Bake: Wrap the apples in aluminum foil and bake in campfire embers for 8-10 minutes.

No-Pot Campfire Desserts

Pineapple Upside-Down Donut

  1. Prepare the Donut: Split a donut in half and place a pineapple ring inside.
  2. Add Toppings: Sprinkle brown sugar over the pineapple and add a small amount of butter.
  3. Wrap and Bake: Wrap the donut in aluminum foil and bake over campfire coals for 5-8 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Campfire Apple Crisp

  1. Prepare the Topping: Mix oats, flour, sugar, and spices with butter.
  2. Layer the Filling: Layer apple slices in a foil packet.
  3. Wrap and Bake: Add the topping over the apple slices and wrap in foil. Bake for 20-30 minutes.

Cobbler-in-a-Can

  1. Prepare the Batter: Mix Bisquick with milk.
  2. Add Fruit Filling: Pour the fruit filling from a can into the batter.
  3. Wrap and Bake: Cook until the batter forms dumplings.

Banana Boats

  1. Prepare the Bananas: Cut a slit in the side of a banana and stuff it with marshmallows and chocolate chips.
  2. Wrap and Bake: Wrap the banana in aluminum foil and bake for 5-8 minutes until the toppings melt.

Puppy Chow

  1. Prepare the Mixture: Melt peanut butter and chocolate chips in an empty can.
  2. Add Cereal: Stir in cereal for a no-bake treat.
  3. Wrap and Bake: Cook until the mixture is well combined.

Orange Peel Cupcakes

  1. Prepare the Oranges: Hollow out oranges to create cups.
  2. Add Batter: Fill the hollowed oranges with cake batter.
  3. Wrap and Bake: Wrap the oranges in foil and bake over campfire coals for 20-25 minutes.

Tips and Warnings

  • Use heavy-duty aluminum foil to prevent tearing.
  • Cook desserts over campfire coals, not direct flames.
  • Adjust cooking times based on the intensity of the heat.
  • Prepare all desserts ahead of time to ensure they cook evenly.

Conclusion

These campfire dessert recipes offer a variety of options for enjoying sweet treats without the need for pots or pans. Whether you prefer the classic taste of baked apples or the variety of no-pot desserts, these recipes are perfect for any outdoor adventure.

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