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Campfire Apple Pie Packets

Campfire apple pie packets with foil packet cooking deliver tender cinnamon apples and a graham cracker crust-like topping. Open an individual packet at the end to reveal steaming caramelized filling ready for easy campfire dessert serving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
cooling 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

apple slices
  • 4 large apples peeled and sliced
spiced sugar
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp nutmeg
butter and crust topping
  • 4 tbsp butter cut into 1 tbsp portions
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
serving
  • 1 vanilla ice cream for serving
foil packets
  • 4 sheets heavy-duty aluminum foil

Method
 

Assemble the packets
  1. Divide the apple slices among 4 foil sheets so they sit in an even layer on each piece. Keep the apples toward the center so you can seal the packets easily.
  2. Sprinkle each portion with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then dot the top with 1 tablespoon butter. Aim for even coverage so the filling caramelizes throughout.
  3. Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs over the apples in each packet. The crumbs will toast and thicken the juices into a pie-like topping.
  4. Fold the foil into sealed packets, pressing edges together firmly. Leave a little space above the apples so steam can circulate inside.
Campfire cook
  1. Place the packets on a campfire grate over medium heat for 12-15 minutes until the apples are tender. Look for visible steam and softened apples when you gently squeeze a packet with tongs.
  2. Let the packets cool for 5 minutes before opening carefully. This short rest reduces burn risk from trapped steam.
  3. Open each packet carefully and spoon the hot cinnamon apples onto a plate. Serve immediately with vanilla ice cream for contrast to the warm, caramelized filling.

Notes

Pro tip: Use large apples that slice evenly so they finish cooking at the same time; if some slices are thicker, give the packet a couple extra minutes. Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 3 days; reheat in the microwave or on a skillet until warm. Freezing is not recommended because the foil-packet topping can turn soft after thawing. For a lighter option, use unsalted butter and reduce brown sugar to 1/3 cup while keeping the cinnamon and nutmeg the same.