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30 Sweet & Salty Snacks To Bring On Your Next Camping Trip

It's time to go beyond your fireside chips and salsa routine.

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PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

Planning on camping in the great outdoors this summer? You're definitely going to want to take a look through this list of sweet and salty snacks before hitting those trails. From homemade apple chips to roasted chickpeas, with a few choice things for making over a campfire in between (hello, queso!), we've got an amazing mix of make-ahead and onsite-friendly options for everyone in your camping crew.

First things first, make sure you've brought plenty of s'mores-making supplies. The campfire staple is key for any memorable campout, and we've got the recipes to prove it. You can't go wrong with your classic s'mores, but we especially love our campfire s'mores for when you want to serve a crowd with a lot less fuss.

Whatever you choose to cook, we've got plenty of tips on how to build a solid cooking fire so you'll never be too far away from having campfire popcorn, our campfire Caprese brie, or our skillet beer cheese. Feeling a little unsure? Turn to TikTok, of course! It's got some genius tips for cooking over a campfire. We bet you'll come home wishing you could cook all your meals over a fire from here on out.

Looking to replace your camping gear or upgrade your campfire kitchen? We have a handy guide to all the best camping gear that will turn anyone into an outdoors expert. If you're going for the long haul, camping-wise, you might even opt for using MREs (meal, ready to eat) for longer camping and hiking trips. Don't worry, we tried and ranked the best and worst MREs so you don't have to.

Need a plan for more campfire recipes? Check out all our favorite camping meals, from breakfast to dinner.

1

S'mores Bars

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Ethan Calabrese

These bars are a cross between Rice Krispies treats and s'mores—and we're OBSESSED. Swapping the Golden Grahams for Rice Krispies is a serious game changer.

Get the S'mores Bars recipe.

2

Campfire Caprese Brie

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We used a big wheel of brie to fit perfectly inside a 10" skillet. It was almost THREE POUNDS. You can definitely use something a bit smaller, depending on the size (and brie obsession level) of your crowd.

Get the Campfire Caprese Brie recipe.

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3

Strawberries 'N' Cream Granola Bars

strawberry 'n cream granola bars
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

These strawberries 'n' cream granola bars are so much better than the store-bought kind. Packed with rolled oats, coconut flakes, pepitas, and freeze-dried strawberries for a hit of tart flavor, these are perfect for breakfast or an on-the-go snack.

Get the Strawberries 'N' Cream Granola Bars recipe.

4

Cinnamon Roll Power Bites

cinnamon roll power bites rolled in cinnamon sugar
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

These "power balls" are exactly what they sound like: perfect little bites of energy that will satisfy that sweet craving. All ingredients come together in just 10 minutes to form sweet, soft, chewy balls that are reminiscent of cinnamon rolls.

Get the Cinnamon Roll Power Bites recipe.

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5

Monster Cookies

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PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHY; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

The origin of the name "monster" cookies isn't clear, but it may refer to the fact that they're like Frankenstein's monster—made up of a combination of the parts of many other cookies. We love 'em because you can really throw anything into the dough.

Get the Monster Cookies recipe.

6

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

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Ethan Calabrese

Pumpkin seeds are super-easy to prepare and make a seriously delicious snack. Roasted simply with salt and melted butter, the variations are completely endless. We love ranch seasoning, taco seasoning, or cinnamon sugar for an added pop of flavor, but you do you.

Get the Roasted Pumpkin Seeds recipe.

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7

Baked Plantain Chips

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LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHY

If you love a wildly crunchy chip, plantains are the way to go. With a bit more fiber than your average spud chip, these plantain chips only require 3 ingredients. They're delicious on their own but can pair nicely with cinnamon sugar like we did here too.

Get the Baked Plantain Chips recipe.

8

Roasted Chickpeas

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Lucy schaeffer

Chickpeas are good for so much more than just creamy homemade hummus (though that's definitely a good use of them too!). They also make for a particularly good salty snack and are infinitely adaptable based on what you've got in your spice cabinet.

Get the Roasted Chickpeas recipe.

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9

Air Fryer GF Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

air fryer gf peanut butter and chocolate chip cookies
PHOTO: JOEL GOLDBERG; FOOD STYLING: HADLEY SUI

You won't believe these little cookies only have six ingredients, not including a pinch of salt (most of which you probably already have on hand!). We made 'em mini for snacking and easier packing in backpacks. 😊

Get the Air Fryer GF Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe.

10

Ramen Snack Mix

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Justin Sullivan

Instant ramen is good for way more than just soup. It can be used to make ramen burger buns, an indulgent ramen carbonara, and now, a highly snackable savory party mix that's great for a midday snack, and even better with a beer around the campfire. 😋

Get the Ramen Snack Mix recipe.

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11

Campfire Popcorn

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Chelsea Lupkin

Popping popcorn over a campfire is just as easy as making it on the stove, and way more fun. Get your favorite seasonings, a cold one, and watch the stars outside!

Get the Campfire Popcorn recipe.

12

Puppy Chow

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Lucy schaeffer

Puppy chow (aka muddy buddies) is one of the easiest and most delicious snacks EVER, and it's super-kid-friendly to make too. Have older kids help with the microwaving the chocolate and peanut butter and mixing it with the Chex cereal, then place it into a resealable bag with the powdered sugar, and let younger kids get to shaking it all around.

Get the Puppy Chow recipe.

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13

Skillet Beer Cheese

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One of our top hall of famers, this beer cheese will get any campfire party started. This is best served with toasted baguette, good company, and a cold beer.

Get the Skillet Beer Cheese recipe.

14

Best-Ever S'mores

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ETHAN CALABRESE

Ah, s'mores: Three simple ingredients working together to make something much more delicious than the sum of its parts. Whether you keep it to the classic three ingredients or experiment with fun toppings like caramel or grilled fruit, this is one simple dessert that never disappoints.

Get theBest-Ever S'mores recipe.

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15

Frito Pie

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Parker Feierbach

Originally created in Mexico but popularized in the American Southwest, Frito Pies (not actually pies) are comfort food perfection. Picture this: a freshly opened bag of Fritos smothered in spicy beef chili, cheddar cheese, and some bright, crunchy onions and jalapeños. Best eaten directly out of the bag.

Get the Frito Pie recipe.

16

Apple Chips

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Making your own apple chips is extremely easy—even without a fancy dehydrator. All you need is your trusty air-fryer and some crispy apples, like Honey Crisp, Granny Smith, or Pink Lady.

Get the Apple Chips recipe.

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17

Classic Rice Krispies Treats

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Parker Feierbach

For even better Rice Krispies treats, we sometimes brown our butter before adding the marshmallows. It makes the treats utterly irresistible (plus, the brown specks make them look so pretty!).

Get the Classic Rice Krispies Treats recipe.

18

Peanut Butter Protein Balls

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Lucy schaeffer

These hearty protein balls have that cookie dough flavor you want when a craving strikes, but a range of textures that makes us feel like we're eating a magic cookie bar.

Get the Peanut Butter Protein Balls recipe.

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19

Campfire Queso

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Brandon Bales

Let's be real, everyone loves melty, cheesy queso. The only way to make it better? Adding sausage and beer, then promptly eating it fireside.

Get the Campfire Queso recipe.

20

Cool Ranch Snack Mix

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Chelsea Lupkin

This spin on a classic Chex Mix involves a seriously ranch-y, Dorito-inspired seasoning mix. Bring these to your next campfire scary story circle.

Get the Cool Ranch Snack Mix recipe.

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