There is absolutely nothing better than a warm dessert after a long day of hiking or camping, and this easy one-pot campfire apple pie filling is one of the best treats to cook over the fire!
It has no complicated steps, just classic apple pie nostalgia.
Spoon it over pancakes in the morning or eat it straight from the pot, but however you do it, this recipe is sure to be your new camping favorite.
Eat it on your next national park trip!
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Why This One-Pot Campfire Apple Pie Recipe Works
One-pot recipes are perfect for camping, especially when you need to keep your backpack light for longer trips.
At the end of a long day, you’re going to want something that takes minimal effort and very little prep.
This recipe uses ingredients that most people already have in their pantry, and since you only have one dish to worry about, it’s easy to clean up after—even in the woods.
Ingredients (Serves 4 People)
To make this delicious apple pie filling, here’s what you’ll need:
- 6 apples (honeycrisp is my favorite)
- 1/2 cup of brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 2 tablespoons of water
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch (for thickness)
You can pre-mix your dry ingredients beforehand for easier prep if you’d like, but save the cornstarch for later in the cooking process.
How to Cook Your Pie Filling
1.) Prep the apples
Peel, core, and slice your apples into thin wedges. The thinner the slices, the faster and more evenly they will cook over the fire.
2.) Add everything to one pot
Add your apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, butter and water into your camping pot.
3.) Cook Over hot coals
After starting your fire, get it up to a steady and hot base, then place your pot on top. If you’re at a traditional campground you can use the grate on your fire pit to cook; if you’re dispersed camping, try setting a few thick pieces of wood across your fire to hold your pot. Let the mix simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring to make sure it doesn’t burn.
4.) Thicken if needed
If your apple pie filling doesn’t seem thick enough, mix in your cornstarch with a tablespoon of water and stir the mixture. Cook until you reach the proper thickness.
5.) Remove and cool
When you’re done cooking, take your pot off the fire and set it somewhere safe. Let it sit for a few minutes. The mixture should thicken a bit more as it cools.
Serve and enjoy, that’s it! This recipe is quick, easy, and delicious.
(If you’re looking for other great campfire meals to try, check out our other post here.)
Campfire Cooking Tips
- Cook over hot coals, not open flames for more even heat
- Stir frequently to avoid burning
- Use a towel or sweatshirt as a substitute pot holder
- Use a telescopic fire bellows to blow oxygen straight on the coals for better heat (if you don’t know what a fire bellows is, click here)
Final Thoughts
This one-pot campfire apple pie filling recipe is warm, comforting, and easy for anyone to make.
It will certainly raise the camps spirit after an intensive day of hiking and outdoor fun.
Cooking over the fire may have its challenges, but with a little work, you can still enjoy some delicious treats while you’re out in the woods.
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