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inside: find more than 20 tasty and easy camping recipes to make this summer.

We just got back from our first camping trip of the summer, so I’m all fired up about cooking over the campfire. I love to plan our meals while we are camping and am always looking for easy meals to make over a campfire. We do have a camp stove, but I also LOVE cooking over the open fire. I’ve put together a fun collection of easy campfire recipes here for you to check out and enjoy on your next camping trip or backyard fire this summer.

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Easy Camping Recipes to make this summer –

Whether at home in the backyard or camping in some amazing location, I think food always tastes better over a fire. Don’t miss these amazing meals you can cook over a fire. Camping food doesn’t have to be bland.

If you are planning to make these in your backyard a simple fire pit like this one might be a good investment. You can always cook on the grill, but again, food over the first just tastes better.

A huge list of recipes that are easy to make while camping. Cook over the fire with these easy camping recipes.

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Best Pie Iron Recipes

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Cooking over the fire is easy with a pie iron. Also, the possibilities are endless and this post has tons of ideas for meals cooked in a pie iron.

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Campfire Cooking {recipes}

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These spider hot dogs are a fun take on the traditional camping hot dog. Easy to make and a huge hit with the family.

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Hot Dog on a Stick: Camping Recipe Kids Will Love

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Here's another super fun hot dog variation. Hot dogs on a stick wrapped dough for a delicious dog and bun in one.

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Campfire Popcorn

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We are always looking for good camping snacks and this one looks like a hit! Popcorn over the campfire... YUM!

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S'mores Nachos Camping Recipe Made Over the Campfire

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Smores nachos?? Yes please! this desert looks amazing and great for when you want a smore without all the roasting over the fire. Make a pan in no time.

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French Toast Foil Packet

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This foil package french toast is high on my list of things to try soon. I'm always looking for more breakfast ideas when camping and this looks amazing.

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Campfire Potato Foil Packs

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These potato foil packs look amazing! Potatoes cheese and bacon?? Yes please!

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3 Ingredient Onion Baked Potatoes in Foil

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These foil baked potatoes are cooked in the fire and with onion soup mix for amazing flavor. Sounds like a baked potato I need to eat.

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Campfire Nachos - How to Grill Nachos!

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This recipe looks like an easy way to enjoy your favorite Nachos while camping!! YUM!

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Homemade Just Add Water Pancake Mix

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I am so excited about this DIY pancake mix. I sometimes buy the just add water mix, but this one is so much better for you. Pancakes are always on our camping menu.

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Foil-Packet Grilled Vegetables

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Yummy veggies in foil packs! A perfect side or mail meal for your next camping trip.

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Campfire Apple Crisp Foil Packets {Vegan, Gluten Free}

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Here's a dessert that looks out of this world!! Apple crisp in foil! YUM!

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S'mores Cones for National S'mores Day

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Smores cones are always fun, easy and a huge hit with the kids!

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Campfire Sausage and Rotini Pasta

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I haven't done much pasta while camping, so this rotini and sausage recipe looks great.

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Easy Campfire Peach Cobbler Recipe

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Here's another easy camping dessert. This cobbler looks like the way to enjoy those summer peaches.

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Grilled Apples with Caramel Sauce

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I've done lots of grilled apples before, but don't these look amazing with the caramel sauce on top?

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Cabbage and Sausage Foil Packets

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You can never have too many foil pack recipes and this one has cabbage {which I love} Yeah for a new foil dinner to try.

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Hamburger Pizza on a Campfire

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We do hamburgers all the time, but how fun is this hamburger pizza?? YUM

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Camping Quesadillas

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Here's another yummy meal that's good at home as well as camping. Kids love quesadillas for a meal or snack.

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Caramelized Onions on the Grill Recipe

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Here's a tasty side for any meal! These onions look amazing.

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Campfire Toasted Cinnamon Rolls

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Oh yum! these campfire cinnamon rolls look easy AND a great way to start your day {with a treat}

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20+ Easy Camping Recipes - Life Sew Savory (2024)

FAQs

What to cook for a large group while camping? ›

10 Big-Batch Camping Meals to Feed a Crowd
  • 01 of 11. Dutch Oven Mountain Man Breakfast. ...
  • 02 of 11. Cowboy Casserole. ...
  • 03 of 11. Big Ray's Kielbasa Cabbage Skillet for a Crowd. ...
  • 04 of 11. Mom's Campfire Stew. ...
  • 05 of 11. Over the Fire Scalloped Potatoes. ...
  • 06 of 11. Papa Funk's Campfire Chili. ...
  • 07 of 11. Campfire Chicken Pot Pie. ...
  • 08 of 11.
May 19, 2023

What is the menu for camping? ›

  • 1Hash brown egg cups. ...
  • 2One-pot penne bolognese. ...
  • 3Chargrilled steak with baby broccoli. ...
  • 4Chargrilled laksa chicken with cashew rice. ...
  • 5Swede, potato and beef hash with a fried egg. ...
  • 6Chicken tacos with chargrilled corn. ...
  • 7Chargrilled kipfler potato salad. ...
  • 8Chargrilled eggplant and tomato salad.

What is the best long life food for camping? ›

Protein
  • processed salami-type meat products, jerky.
  • eggs (fresh, unwashed, home-laid eggs last longest)
  • Tinned (or pre-cooked and dehydrated) Chickpeas, Lentils, Kidney Beans, etc.
  • Single-serve tins or sachets of tuna or other fish.
  • Tinned meats, e.g. braised steak in single serve packs.
  • nuts and seeds.
  • protein powders.
Feb 13, 2022

What are easy cheap snacks for camping? ›

No-Cook, Grab 'n' Go Camping Snacks:
  • Trail mix with nuts and dried fruit.
  • Freeze-dried fruits and veggies with roasted bean or chickpea snacks.
  • Cheese stick + single serving whole grain cracker packs.
  • Snack bars like CLIF Kid Zbar® Protein for the kids and CLIF® Nut Butter Bar for adults.
  • Squeezable yogurt + mandarin orange.

What makes good camping food? ›

Top 20 Foods to Take on Your Camping Trip
  • Bread. As the basis of so many easy meals, bread is a must for any camping trip. ...
  • Tortillas. Just like bread, tortillas are versatile and can be the foundation of handheld meals. ...
  • Sausage. Sausage is the ultimate campfire meat. ...
  • Cheese. ...
  • Nut Butter. ...
  • Crackers. ...
  • Lunchmeat. ...
  • Beef Jerky.

What food to take camping without a fridge? ›

Non-Refrigerated Camping Food To Consider
  • Bagels with cream cheese.
  • Cereal with powdered milk.
  • Instant oatmeal.
  • Honey or syrup.
  • Toast with peanut butter.
  • Homemade or store-bought muffins.
  • Tortillas.
  • Breakfast-style potatoes.

What food is good for primitive camping? ›

Think nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and whole-grain crackers for snacks. Dehydrated meals are also great for longer trips, as they're lightweight and only require water. If you're looking for something more hearty, then these are the best camping recipes to try out.

What are the best food options during a camp? ›

Best camping foods
  • Tinned fruit. ...
  • Chickpeas. ...
  • Ready-made meals. ...
  • Cereal. ...
  • Tuna. ...
  • Soup. ...
  • Hot chocolate. ...
  • Pasta sauces & salad dressings. Bring a homemade jar of sauce or a salad dressing to upgrade simple meals to the next level.

What is the best cooking option for camping? ›

Cast iron cookware can be used either on a camp stove or over a campfire. They have a naturally non-stick surface, offer excellent heat retention, and are virtually indestructible. We absolutely love cooking on cast iron and think it's a must for any camp kitchen setup!

What is the most efficient way to cook while camping? ›

Some camping stoves are bulky and take up valuable space in the car. A backpacking stove such as the MSR PocketRocket 2 Stove is a great option because not only does it take up minimal space, it will boil water quicker than a campfire flame and it can be used as a backup option to cook a full meal, if needed.

What is an easy camping dinner? ›

Simple Grilled Flank Steak

Flank steak is a long and thin cut of beef, so it doesn't take forever to cook which means it's perfect for camping. Grill the steak for 3 to 5 minutes per side and serve it up with a side of beans—it's that easy!

What food to take on a 3 day camping trip? ›

Example 3-day menu plan using these recipes
DayBreakfastDinner
1Peanut butter oatmealHot dogs or veggie dogs
2Breakfast burrito in a bagCampfire nachos
3Homemade granola with oat milkGrain bowl
Sep 16, 2021

What do people cook with when camping? ›

The main item you'll need is a camping stove. There are two main types of camping stoves: two-burner propane stoves and canister backpacking stoves. When car camping, I prefer the classic two-burner stoves. Two burners give me more room to cook and the larger surface area is better for bigger pots and fry pans.

What are good foods to bring to camp? ›

The Ultimate List of Essential Foods to Take Camping
  • Bread. This could be anything from a freshly baked wholemeal loaf to a packet of flatbreads Anything versatile you can make a quick meal with is excellent to have on hand.
  • Eggs. ...
  • Fruit. ...
  • Vegetables. ...
  • Potatoes. ...
  • Cereal. ...
  • Oats. ...
  • Pasta.

What food to take camping for 3 days? ›

Example 3-day menu plan using these recipes
DayBreakfastDinner
1Peanut butter oatmealHot dogs or veggie dogs
2Breakfast burrito in a bagCampfire nachos
3Homemade granola with oat milkGrain bowl
Sep 16, 2021

What canned food is easy to eat camping? ›

Some of the top shelf-stable food items to bring on a camping trip include canned fruits, vegetables, and meats, as well as dried fruits, nuts, and beef jerky. These foods are easy to pack and don't require refrigeration, making them ideal for camping trips.

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