14 Campfire Desserts That Go Way Beyond S’mores
You can make a whole lot more than just s’mores. (But we have some fun s’mores recipes too.)
Whether you’re going camping or just looking for something new to try over the fire pit in the backyard, we recommend adding these campfire desserts to your summer to-do list ASAP. There are a lot more sweet treats you can make over a campfire (or even a grill) than just s’mores (although we’ll never say no to a s’more). If you’ve got a couple of basic cast-iron pans, you can make all kinds of delightful treats to enjoy after a day of hiking, swimming in the lake, or just setting up the tent in your backyard.
What’s great about many of these recipes is that you can make them with a few prepared ingredients, so you’re not packing unnecessary ingredients with you if you’re actually going camping somewhere in the wilderness. The pineapple upside-down cake starts with a store-bought pound cake, the Toasty Cinnamon Twists use crescent roll dough, and a few options below can be made with premade pie crust. Fruit crisps are extremely easy if you prepare the topping in advance. And of course, we do have a few fun twists and ways to upgrade classic s’mores. Whatever you choose, there’s enough to go around the campsite.
Campfire-Grilled Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Grilled pineapples and an easy-to-make glaze come together quickly — and then whole deal is wrapped in foil until well caramelized, either over hot coals or on the grill.
Get the recipe for Campfire-Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cake.
Campfire Pear Crumbles
If you're looking for a fruit-forward dessert, consider making a pear crumble.
We've divvied it up into individual portions and put it in a muffin tin. (A disposable tin makes clean up even easier.) Cover it with foil and bake it over open coals — or cook it on the grill at your next BBQ.
Cast-Iron Caramel, Marshmallow, and Salted Almond Brownies
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 for Cast-Iron Caramel, Marshmallow, and Salted Almond Brownies.
Toasty Cinnamon Twists
These sweet and cinnamon-spiced treats on a stick are super easy to make over a grill or campfire. Pair them with the glaze and you won't be able to stop at just one!
Toffee-Almond S’mores
A couple small addition makes a serious upgrade to the classic campfire dessert.
Caramel Apple Turnovers
If prepared beforehand and brought on your trip, these turnovers would be super easy to warm over a campfire. Enjoy for breakfast or dessert!
Any Fruit Crisp
Grab your favorite summer fruits and whip up this super easy fruit crisp. It's great with whatever you have on hand and best served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Best-Ever S’mores, 3 Ways
Go beyond your typical milk-chocolate and graham cracker, with these easy upgrades.
Spiced Peach Hand Pies
These individual hand-held pies are a great option if you're looking for something sweet to enjoy around the campfire because they're low on mess and big on delicious flavor!
Cast-Iron Apple-Blackberry Crumble with Sour Cream Whip
If you bake the crumb mixture on a sheet tray before hand, you can assemble this fruity crumble at your campsite and cook it right over the fire.
Get the recipe for Cast-Iron Apple-Blackberry Crumble with Sour Cream Whip.
Grilled Peach Cobbler
Bake the biscuits and marinate the peaches ahead, so you can just grill and serve this at the camp!
Mini Apple and Raspberry Pies
These little pies are the perfect single serving and travel well. Pack them with your camping gear and enjoy around the bonfire.
Sour Cherry Hand Pies
If peaches aren't your thing, try cherry. You don't need any utensils to devour these hand pies.
Jiffy Mixed Berry Cornmeal Cobbler
This easy cobbler uses a Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix, which makes it extra delicious. It's baked in individual mini cast iron skillets, but you could also bake it in one big skillet over the campfire.
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