Camping Snacks
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Last updated on May 10th, 2024 at 03:45 am
Here you’ll find the best camping snacks for all of your adventures! These snacks are a must for you and your toddler’s outdoor escapades!
Remember to stash a snack for your toddler on hikes because we all know how not enjoyable the tiny hiker meltdowns are when hunger strikes!
Be prepared, keep the smiles and pack a snack.
Campfire Quesadillas
Easy camping snack over a campfire or portable stove –
Tortillas, cheese with beef or any toppings you prefer is all you’ll need for a great campsite snack.
Forest Twists: Fruit Roll-Up Delights
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Fruit Roll up
Make your own homemade fruit rollup by pureeing fruit and dehydrating! Free of added sugars, preservatives.
Ingredients
Note
If using frozen fruit, make sure to defrost.
Fruit Rollups are the best camping snack!
Perfect for taking on long hikes to help boost energy. These rollups retain vitamins that are in fresh fruits like Vitamin C, A and various antioxidants.
Campfire Cones
A fun treat you can get creative with. Fill waffle cones with mini marshmallows, chocolate chips and fruit. Wrap them in foil and heat near the fire.
Nature’s Crunch: Rice Cake with Nut Butter and Blueberries
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Creamy Almond Butter
Homemade roasted creamy almond butter with a hint of sweetness and touch of salt will be sure to satisfy your taste buds and become a versatile companion in your culinary adventures!
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Instructions
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First roast your almonds.
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Let them cool.
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Place in food processor or blender and blend for about 10-15 minutes.
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Store in a airtight container.
Trail Mix Crunch: Granola Goodness, mess free camping snack
With a few basic ingredients you can create a delicious and nutritious granola that beats store bought versions.
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Crunchy Granola
Description
Simple, low sugar content, crunchy homemade granola to add to your yogurt
Ingredients
Instructions
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Heat the oven to 250℉ and prep your baking pan with coconut oil.
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Whisk together the oil, maple syrup, cinnamon and salt.
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Add the oats and almonds and stir to coat the oats with oil.
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Spread oats onto the baking pan.
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Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway though.
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Remove from the oven and let the granola cool before adding the raisins and chocolate chips.
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Store in an airtight container.
Note
TIPS: Wait until the granola is cool to add the chocolate chips and raisins.
The granola is ready when golden brown but will still feel wet and will dry as it cools.
Campfire Confections: Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin
Make ahead of time and store in a air tight container.
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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
Description
These mouth watering pumpkin cream cheese muffins were SO easy to make and delicious!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350℉. Line the muffin pan with liners.
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In a medium bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and baking soda.
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Whisk to blend.
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In the electric mixer combine eggs, sugar, pumpkin puree and coconut oil.
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Add in the dry ingredients until incorporated.
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Fill each muffin well with enough batter and place a scoop of cream cheese mixture into the muffin.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes.
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Transfer to a cooking rack and let cool completely before serving.
Note
Tip: 1. Place the cream cheese lower because it will rise during the baking process.
2. Make sure to get 100% canned pumpkin. Skip the canned pumpkin pie filling as it is already sweetened with spices added to it. It will make the muffins way too sugary.
Easy camping snacks: Cucumber and Hummus Spears
Cucumber and Hummus Sticks: Slice cucumbers into sticks and serve with hummus for a refreshing snack
Cucumbers make for a refreshing snack a good balance of hydration while also providing a small amount of vitamins such as Vitamin K and C.
Hummus is rich in plant based protein and dietary fiber, also containing healthy fats, essential minerals like iron and magnesium.
Camer and Hiker snack Delight: Waffle Morsels
Waffles are always a hit and easy to make ahead of time.
Outdoor Nibbles: Peanut Butter Cracker Bites
Easy enough, peanut butter in between these delicious crackers.
Wilderness Wraps: Veggie Roll-Ups
Yum, Fill small tortillas with cream cheese and chopped veggies for a toddler friendly wrap.
Forest Fuel: Apple Slices with Nut Butter camping snack
This Homemade Almond Butter is the best – Provides a mix of carbs, healthy fats and protein making it a satisfying and nutritious snack.
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Creamy Almond Butter
Description
Homemade roasted creamy almond butter with a hint of sweetness and touch of salt will be sure to satisfy your taste buds and become a versatile companion in your culinary adventures!
Ingredients
Instructions
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First roast your almonds.
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Let them cool.
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Place in food processor or blender and blend for about 10-15 minutes.
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Store in a airtight container.
Creamy Almond Butter
Homemade roasted creamy almond butter with a hint of sweetness and touch of salt will be sure to satisfy your taste buds and become a versatile companion in your culinary adventures!
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- 1 bag Unsalted Almonds
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Maple Syrup (or honey)
- 1 tbsp Vanilla
- 1 tbsp Cinnamon
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First roast your almonds.
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Let them cool.
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Place in food processor or blender and blend for about 10-15 minutes.
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Store in a airtight container.
Camping Snacks: Woodland Delight: Apple Slice PB&J
And for those who crave a classic camping snack with a twist, why not try the timeless combination of peanut butter and jelly served alongside crisp apple slices?
As the sun sets on another day of adventure in the great outdoors, remember that the right snacks can make all the difference between a good camping trip and a great one.
Happy camping and happy snacking!
