Fire Pit Cooking: 10 Delicious Camping Desserts to Try

Fire Pit Cooking: 10 Delicious Camping Desserts to Try

Cooking over a fire pit is a fun way to enhance your outdoor gatherings. You can enjoy the warmth of the flames and tasty food at the same time. S'mores are a classic favorite, but there are many other tasty desserts you can make over the fire. These treats will impress your family and friends. Here are ten scrumptious dessert ideas that go beyond the traditional s'mores, perfect for your next fire pit cooking adventure!

1. Campfire Banana Boats

Ingredients:

  • Bananas
  • Chocolate chips
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Aluminum foil

How to Cook: Slice each banana lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through. Stuff the opening with chocolate chips and mini marshmallows. Wrap the banana in aluminum foil and place it near the fire for about 5-10 minutes. Once the chocolate and marshmallows are melted, unwrap and enjoy this gooey treat!

2. Grilled Peaches with Honey

Ingredients:

  • Fresh peaches
  • Honey
  • Cinnamon

How to Cook: Halve the peaches and remove the pits. Brush the cut sides with honey and sprinkle with a dash of cinnamon. Grill the peaches over the fire for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender and caramelized. Serve warm as a simple yet elegant dessert.

3. Campfire Brownies

Ingredients:

  • Brownie mix (prepared according to package instructions)
  • Cast-iron skillet

How to Cook: Prepare the brownie batter and pour it into a greased cast-iron skillet. Place the skillet over the fire, either on a grill grate or on a stable flat surface. Cook for 20-30 minutes, or until the brownies are set in the middle. Once cooled, you can top them with whipped cream or ice cream for extra indulgence.

4. Campfire Fruit Skewers

Ingredients:

  • Assorted fruit (strawberries, pineapple, bananas, and marshmallows)
  • Honey or chocolate sauce for drizzling

How to Cook: Thread your choice of fruit and marshmallows onto skewers. Place the skewers over the fire, rotating occasionally, until the fruit is warmed and slightly caramelized. Drizzle with honey or chocolate sauce for added flavor.

5. Chocolate-Dipped Frozen Bananas

Ingredients:

  • Bananas
  • Chocolate chips
  • Sprinkles or crushed nuts

How to Cook: Cut bananas into halves or thirds and freeze them for a few hours. Melt the chocolate chips in a small pot over the fire. Dip the frozen bananas into the melted chocolate, then roll them in sprinkles or crushed nuts before eating. These treats are delicious and refreshing during warm evenings!

6. Campfire Mug Cake

Ingredients:

  • Cake mix and water (or a pre-made mug cake mix)
  • Mug or small heat-resistant bowl

How to Cook: Mix the cake batter according to the package instructions directly in your mug or bowl. Cover with aluminum foil and place over the campfire using a grill grate or a stable area. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cake has risen and is fully cooked. Enjoy a warm, individual cake right from your campfire setup!

7. Fire Pit Cookie Pizza

Ingredients:

  • Pre-made cookie dough
  • Assorted toppings (chocolate chips, marshmallows, nuts, fruits)

How to Cook: Flatten the pre-made cookie dough into a round disk and place it on a cast-iron skillet or a grill grate. Cook over the fire until the edges are golden brown. Add toppings when the cookie is nearly done and let them melt slightly before removing from the heat. Slice it like a pizza and enjoy!

8. Campfire Pudding Cups

Ingredients:

  • Instant chocolate or vanilla pudding mix
  • Milk
  • Graham cracker crumbs
  • Mini marshmallows

How to Cook: Prepare the pudding mix according to package instructions in a container. Once set, layer the pudding with graham cracker crumbs and mini marshmallows. Garnish the top with extra whipped cream or chocolate shavings for a campfire-inspired dessert.

9. Cinnamon Sugar Tortillas

Ingredients:

  • Flour tortillas
  • Butter
  • Cinnamon and sugar mixture

How to Cook: Brush one side of each tortilla with melted butter and sprinkle generously with the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Fold each tortilla into quarters and grill them on the fire until crispy, turning occasionally. Serve warm as a delightful dessert.

10. Campfire Rice Crispy Treats

Ingredients:

  • Rice cereal
  • Marshmallows
  • Butter
  • Cast-iron skillet or heat-safe pan

How to Cook: In a cast-iron skillet over the fire

 

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