Who says campfire cookouts can’t be gourmet? All you need is a will, a way and a skillet. From chilaquiles to peach cobbler, there’s a little something that each of our inner chefs is dying to create and DEVOUR. Here are our 12 Best Campfire Recipes!
Fire Safety: while you’re planning your camping trips, remember to always check for local fire restrictions and know the ins and outs of campfire safety before you lose service!
CAMPFIRE FRITTATA
“If you’re looking for a hearty car camping breakfast, look no further than this cast iron frittata! Blistered cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and shallots all layered together with cheese and eggs, a frittata is a wonderful way to start your morning.”
— FRESH OFF THE GRID
VEGAN BANANA COCONUT FRENCH TOAST
“French Toast is one of our favorite camping breakfasts. It requires only a handful of ingredients, it is simple enough to make on a half cup of coffee, and has a fancy brunch special occasion feel to it.”
— FRESH OFF THE GRID
CAMPFIRE CHILAQUILES
“Chilaquiles is an easy camping breakfast – crispy tortillas simmered in a spicy tomato sauce and topped with a few eggs. It takes less than 30 minutes to make, and it’s vegetarian, too!”
— FRESH OFF THE GRID
CAMPFIRE NACHOS
“As irresistible bar food and/or lazy weeknight dinner, nachos seem ideally suited to be a camping staple. These Campfire Nachos can be made from a variety of fresh and/or canned ingredients, doesn’t require any specific culinary expertise to pull off, and can be eaten with your hands.”
— FRESH OFF THE GRID
ONE-POT CHILI MAC AND CHEESE
“Chili mac holds a special place in our hearts. For us, it’s a nostalgic meal from our childhood that combines the easy-to-approach comfort of mac and cheese with the more challenging and assertive flavor profile of chili.”
— FRESH OFF THE GRID
VEGAN SLOPPY JOES
“A plant-based twist on a summer classic, these red lentil sloppy joes pack in just as much flavor (and protein) as the original – but without all the funky extras.”
— FRESH OFF THE GRID
CAMPFIRE APPLE PIE
“Pizza in the morning, pizza in the evening, pizza at supper time. When you know how to make pizza in a Dutch oven, you can have pizza anytime – and anywhere!”
— FRESH OFF THE GRID
SHRIMP BOIL FOIL
“Who doesn’t love a campfire foil packet? Foil packet meals are quick to prepare, easy to clean up, and can be cooked directly over a campfire or BBQ. ”
— FRESH OFF THE GRID
DUTCH OVEN ENCHILADAS
“Cheesy, spicy, and oh so filling – these veggie-stuffed Dutch Oven Enchiladas are one of our new campfire favorites.”
— FRESH OFF THE GRID
CAMPFIRE APPLE PIE
“Making apple pie from scratch at a campsite in a Dutch oven is by far the most ambitious recipe we’ve ever developed for Fresh Off The Grid. It is also – without a doubt – one of the most epic camping desserts we’ve ever experienced. Pull this one off on your next camping trip and you’ll be lauded as a culinary genius for years to come. ”
— FRESH OFF THE GRID
BANANA BOAT
“Like a cross between a s’more and a banana split, a banana boat is a quick and easy dessert to make while camping. Just split a banana in half, stuff it with toppings, wrap it in tin foil, and place it over the fire.”
— FRESH OFF THE GRID
VEGAN NO-BAKE BOURBON PEACH COBBLER
“Tired of s’mores for dessert? This easy peach cobbler is a simple camping dessert alternative!”
— FRESH OFF THE GRID
All that’s left to do is find the recipe that most calls out to you and let the campfire cookout commence!
