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35 Easy Camping Recipes for Your Trip to the Great Outdoors

These will make everyone a happy—and full—camper.

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Brian Woodcock

Camping season has arrived! After a long day of hiking and exploring the outdoors, there's nothing better than gathering around the campfire for a delicious meal.

To help you plan your next camping trip accordingly, we’ve put together a list of our best camping recipes, like side dishes, easy snacks, and even some sweet treats because what's camping without s'mores?

Grill up some hot dogs, corn, and all kinds of kebabs. And never fear, if you bring along a camp grill or prefer to cook over the campfire, these recipes are delicious either way!

1

Campfire-Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cake

campfire grilled pineapple upside down cake on a sheet of unwrapped foil
Becky Luigart-Stayner

This five-ingredient campfire-grilled pineapple upside-down cake goes way beyond charred marshmallows for an impressively-memorable camping dessert.

Get the recipe for Campfire-Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cake.

2

S'mores Three Ways

three variations of smores stacked on top of each other
Brian Woodcock

Look, there's absolutely nothing wrong with a regular s'mores—but we think it's time to give the classic recipe some decadent upgrades.

Get the recipe for S'mores Three Ways.

3

Grilled Corn with Mexican "Street Style" Topping

grilled mexican style corn arranged on a white wooden tray
Hector M. Sanchez

Make this popular grilled corn topping on your next camping trip or at your next barbecue!

Get the recipe for Grilled Corn with Mexican "Street Style" Topping.

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4

Hot Dogs with Quick Cast-Iron Beans

grilled hot dogs and buns on a grate over a campfire with a cast iron skillet of beans next to them
Brian Woodcock

After a long day of exploring the great outdoors, you're going to be craving a hearty meal. This classic camping dinner recipe is easy to throw together—thanks to a grill and a cast iron skillet.

Get the recipe for Hot Dogs with Quick Cast-Iron Beans.

5

Grilled Watermelon and Halloumi Kebabs with Basil Salt

grilled watermelon and halloumi kebabs stacked on a tray with a small bowl of basil salt for serving
Becky Luigart-Stayner

The perfect vegetarian camping appetizer or side dish, these skewers take advantage of fresh summer watermelon and pair it with salty halloumi.

Get the recipe for Grilled Watermelon and Halloumi Kebabs with Basil Salt.

6

Chicken and Black Bean Nachos

chicken and black bean nachos arranged in a sheet of aluminum foil with a red fork and lim wedges
Brian Woodcock

The best thing about this foil pack recipe? It can be eaten anywhere your adventure takes you.

Get the recipe for Chicken and Black Bean Nachos.

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7

Grilled Orange Old-Fashioned

grilled orange old fashioned in a jar with a toasted marshmallow for garnish
Becky Luigart-Stayner

If you're looking for a fun drink to make on your next camping trip, how fun is this cocktail garnished with a toasted marshmallow!?

Get the recipe for Grilled Orange Old-Fashioned.

8

Blackberry-Glazed Chicken

blackberry glazed chicken arranged on a wooden serving board with a small bowl of blackberry glaze

Psst. Fresh blackberries break down into a tangy sauce incredibly fast, and turn standard grilled chicken into a sweet-tart wonder.

Get the recipe for Blackberry-Glazed Chicken.

9

Grilled Hot Dogs with Fixin's

grilled hot dogs with various toppings arranged on a white tray with blue trim
David Tsay

Pair your dog with one of these delicious toppings, including spicy chiles and tangy pickled onions.

Get the recipe for Grilled Hot Dogs with Fixin's.

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10

Cast-Iron Caramel, Marshmallow, and Salted Almond Brownies

caramel marshmallow and salted almond brownies baked in a cast iron skillet with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top
Becky Luigart-Stayner

Equally at home on a grill or cooked over campfire coals, this cast-iron brownie, packed with marshmallow, caramel, and salted almond gets all kinds of crispy on the edges, but stays gooey and delicious on the inside.

Get the recipe Cast-Iron Caramel, Marshmallow, and Salted Almond Brownies.

11

Mason Jar Lemonade

mason jar lemonade in a clear cup with a yellow striped paper straw and a lemon slice for garnish

Two ingredients, plus water and ice, are all it takes to make this classic summer sipper. Just combine in a mason jar and shake!

Get the recipe for Mason Jar Lemonade.

12

Skillet Spinach-Artichoke Dip with Fire-Roasted Bread

spinach artichoke dip in a cast iron skillet over a small camp grill
Brian Woodcock

The best part about this dip aside from how delicious it is? You can prepare and serve it your cast iron skillet! It's the perfect camping appetizer or snack

Get the recipe for Skillet Spinach-Artichoke Dip.

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13

Tofu, Tomato, and Zucchini Kebabs

tofu tomato and zucchini kebabs on wooden skewers
Hector M. Sanchez

Looking for vegetarian or vegan camping recipes? Fresh thyme and a light marinade make these easy grilled kebabs taste incredible!

Get the recipe for Tofu, Tomato, and Zucchini Kebabs.

14

Skillet S'mores

skillet smores arranged on a metal serving tray
BUFF STRICKLAND

To avoid unnecessary prep and mess on your camping trip, take advantage of make ahead camping recipes. You can assemble these miniature s'mores skillets beforehand, which makes them the perfect "bake-and-take" treats.

Get the recipe for Skillet S'mores.

15

Beer-Braised Chicken

shredded beer braised chicken in a worn gold serving dish on a wooden surface
Buff Strickland

This spicy pulled chicken can be packed into tortillas, piled onto soft buns, or eaten straight on a plate with perhaps a side of grilled corn.

Get the recipe for Beer-Braised Chicken.

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16

Seared Sausage with Cabbage and Pink Lady Apples

seared sausage cabbage and apple halves arranged in an oval shaped cast iron baking dish
Brian Woodcock

Don't forget to pack your dutch oven! This is camping food at its finest. It's simple, hearty, and full of flavor.

Get the recipe for Seared Sausage with Cabbage and Pink Lady Apples.

17

Grilled Corn with Red Pepper Jelly Glaze

grilled pepper jelly corn arranged on a white wooden tray
Hector M. Sanchez

Spice up your summer corn with this easy glaze! You'll want to slather it on everything.

Get the recipe for Grilled Corn with Red Pepper Jelly Glaze.

18

Mason Jar Watermelon Frosé

watermelon frose in a mason jar on a wicker table outdoors
Arnold Finkelstein

Summer is here and it's time to kick back and relax with a boozy frozen treat!

Get the recipe for Mason Jar Watermelon Frosé.

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19

Perfect Grilled Burgers

grilled burgers stacked and arranged on a red and orange serving tray

You can't go wrong with this basic campfire staple. Set up a grilling rack over some coals, form some patties from meat, salt them generously, and you've got a delicious meal.

Get the recipe for Perfect Grilled Burgers.

20

Toasty Cinnamon Twists

toasty cinnamon twists on sticks with glaze
Becky Luigart-Stayner

This simple and cinnamon-filled campfire treat is easy to whip up and will become a new family favorite! They're kid-friendly and only a few ingredients.

Get the recipe for Toasty Cinnamon Twists.

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