Family camping recipes (2024)

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  • Raspberry honey flapjacks

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.127 ratings

    Make these easy raspberry honey flapjacks using just five ingredients. Serve with a cuppa for a perfect mid-morning pick-me-up, or freeze for a later date

    • 35 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Epic summer salad

    A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.142 ratings

    Perfect for BBQs and buffets, our epic salad is an assembly job of gorgeous ingredients – no cooking required. Serve it with lamb kebabs for an impressive summer feast

    • 10 mins
    • Easy
    • Healthy
    • Vegetarian
  • Halloumi burgers

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.40 ratings

    These veggie halloumi burgers in brioche buns are perfect for the whole family. Serve as a quick and easy lunch - they're also great on camping holidays

    • 20 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Campfire smoky bean brekkie

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.8 ratings

    Rustle up this fantastic smoky bean breakfast with chorizo, chipolatas, eggs and mixed beans. It's perfect for a camping holiday or serving dinner to a crowd

    • 40 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.4 ratings

    Enjoy this crowd-pleasing tropical co*cktail with coconut rum, gin and pineapple juice. It will sit happily in an ice bucket for several hours, ideal for summer barbecues

    • 15 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
  • Pesto focaccia sandwich

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.9 ratings

    The fillings for your sandwiches are baked into the bread here, making this an easy picnic option. To make it veggie, look for a vegetarian pesto

    • 1 hr 10 mins
    • More effort
  • A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.37 ratings

    Easy to make, these delicious energy-packed oat bars are an ideal snack to make on a camping holiday or to take on long car journeys

    • 40 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.7 ratings

    Pack these in tins for picnics or school fetes, or serve single bars with a dollop of clotted cream for dessert. Blackberries also work really well when strawberry season is over

    • 1 hr 10 mins
    • More effort
  • Easy s'mores

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.9 ratings

    Ever tried an American-style marshmallow s'more? It's a Bonfire Night-friendly stack of sweet joy, with cookies and chocolate spread thrown in for good measure

    • 6 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Griddled salad jar

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.2 ratings

    This jar salad trend is a keeper! The dressing stays at the bottom of the container, and the leafy greens remain fresh and crisp until you're ready to serve

    • 1 hr
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
  • A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.22 ratings

    A paprika-spiced casserole that's campsite-friendly and warming for the tum- pinto beans stretch the dish a little further

    • 1 hr 30 mins
    • Easy
  • Cheesy scrambled egg croissants

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.14 ratings

    These breakfast baps with creamy eggs are camping-friendly, but work just as well as a casual brunch

    • 10 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.5 ratings

    Served with summer berries and added chocolate chunks, this is an indulgent breakfast ideal for camping holidays

    • 50 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.10 ratings

    Pancakes are the ultimate breakfast and these are particularly great to rustle up on a camping holiday, with no scales required!

    • 30 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Picnic trail mix

    A star rating of 3 out of 5.2 ratings

    Make this salty and sweet trail mix with nuts, dried fruit, pretzels and chocolate chips for a picnic with kids, or as a snack for movie night

    • 35 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.8 ratings

    Make your strawberry ripple cheesecakes portable by packing them into jam jars, then enjoy on a summer picnic

    • 20 mins
    • Easy
  • Sticky sausage baguettes

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.6 ratings

    Jazz up your bangers with a sweet honey mustard and soy glaze and serve in a French stick sandwich with salad

    • 35 mins
    • Easy
  • Buttery baked corn on the cob

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.25 ratings

    The taste of warm, buttery corn on the cob is hard to beat on a summer day, and it makes a great side dish to spicy chicken

    • 40 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Shepherd's pie pasties

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.16 ratings

    These pocket-sized pasties make an old favourite portable

    • 55 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 3.7 out of 5.3 ratings

    Have some residual heat left over on your campfire or barbecue? Toast up these sweet skewers with salted caramel drizzle

    • 10 mins
    • Easy
  • No-oven pizza

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.6 ratings

    This superhealthy pizza, from Amanda Gould, is cooked in a frying pan making it the perfect food for camping

    • 40 mins
    • Easy
  • Lamb souvlaki skewers

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.23 ratings

    Make a big batch of these delicious Greek kebabs, then freeze some for a sunny day

    • 4 hrs
    • Easy
  • Stuffed peppers on the barbie

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.30 ratings

    Mary Cadogan's clever bbq recipe will impress all of your friends and family and have them coming back for more

    • 1 hr
    • More effort
    • Vegetarian
Family camping recipes (2024)

FAQs

What is the best food to cook for camping? ›

  • 1Hash brown egg cups. ...
  • 2One-pot penne bolognese. ...
  • 3Chargrilled steak with baby broccoli. ...
  • 4Chargrilled laksa chicken with cashew rice. ...
  • 5Swede, potato and beef hash with a fried egg. ...
  • 6Chicken tacos with chargrilled corn. ...
  • 7Chargrilled kipfler potato salad. ...
  • 8Chargrilled eggplant and tomato salad.

What instant food to take camping? ›

Proteins such as tuna, salmon, Spam or chicken come in easy vacuum-sealed pouches and are available in most grocery stores. Instant rice, couscous, noodles, pasta, rice mixes and other shelf-stable boxed dinners are easy choices. Peanut butter is often available in individual servings, pouches or in powdered form.

What food to take camping for 3 days? ›

A good assortment of salamis, crackers, cheese, berries, apples, jam/honey, nuts and dried fruit are sure to make everyone happy. Cost Plus World Market is my favorite place for picking up packaged meats and cheeses that don't have to be refrigerated.

What food to take camping without fridge? ›

Non-Refrigerated Camping Food To Consider
  • Bagels with cream cheese.
  • Cereal with powdered milk.
  • Instant oatmeal.
  • Honey or syrup.
  • Toast with peanut butter.
  • Homemade or store-bought muffins.
  • Tortillas.
  • Breakfast-style potatoes.

What meat is best for camping? ›

#1 Smoked Sausage, AKA Meat Sticks offer the best of all worlds. They're dense in protein and calories, affordable, long lasting even when refrigerated, and don't suffer much meat sweats. They're snackable directly out of the bag, requiring zero prep work, or can be cut up and added into meals.

What are common camping foods? ›

The Ultimate List of Essential Foods to Take Camping
  • Eggs. If you're not camping during a heatwave and the temperature is under 20°C, eggs are a great staple to have in stock. ...
  • Potatoes. You can prep potatoes before leaving home, ready to warm up or cook on-site. ...
  • Pasta. ...
  • Noodles. ...
  • Rice cakes. ...
  • Tinned fruit. ...
  • Sauces. ...
  • Sugar.

What to cook for kids while camping? ›

I put together a list of 10 easy meals for camping with kids that are guaranteed to be a hit at your next camp out.
  • My Favorite Camp Kitchen Gear. ...
  • Campfire Hot Dogs. ...
  • Grilled Cheese Sandwich. ...
  • Quesadillas. ...
  • Campfire Chili. ...
  • Walking Tacos. ...
  • Pancakes. ...
  • Spagetti.

What food should I bring for 5 days camping? ›

Top 20 Foods to Take on Your Camping Trip
  • Bread. As the basis of so many easy meals, bread is a must for any camping trip. ...
  • Tortillas. Just like bread, tortillas are versatile and can be the foundation of handheld meals. ...
  • Sausage. Sausage is the ultimate campfire meat. ...
  • Cheese. ...
  • Nut Butter. ...
  • Crackers. ...
  • Lunchmeat. ...
  • Beef Jerky.

What canned food is easy to eat camping? ›

Some of the top shelf-stable food items to bring on a camping trip include canned fruits, vegetables, and meats, as well as dried fruits, nuts, and beef jerky. These foods are easy to pack and don't require refrigeration, making them ideal for camping trips.

What food is good for camping in cold weather? ›

High energy foods such as cheese, butter, nuts, peanut butter, and quick burning sugary foods like chocolate, candy and granola help the body stay active and generate heat throughout the day.

What to pack for a 2 day 1 night camping trip? ›

Essential Camping Gear
  • Appropriately sized backpack (50-65 liters is a good size for 2-3 nights in the backcountry)
  • Shelter (i.e. tent, bivvy sack, hammock, and tarp)
  • Sleeping bag.
  • Sleeping pad.
  • Water bottle or reservoir, water treatment system (i.e. a water filter or purifying tablets)
  • Cookware.
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What is the rule of three camping? ›

Normally, the rule of threes contains the following: You can survive three minutes without breathable air (unconsciousness), or in icy water. You can survive three hours in a harsh environment (extreme heat or cold). You can survive three days without drinkable water.

How do you feed a lot of people camping? ›

Easy Camping Snacks for Large Groups

This can be something simple such as instant mac and cheese, or potato grits, or even something fancier such as sandwiches, cookies, sliders, or tiramisu jars. You can make many of these in advance. And then simply eat them out of a container while you are on the camping trip.

What food to take camping for a week? ›

For some alternative easy camping recipes, consider peanut butter and banana wraps, grilled cheese sandwiches, tuna sandwiches, deli wraps, and quesadillas. Or bring veggies like corn, peas, and peppers. Sausage and pepper foil packets make a great easy lunch too, just don't forget the olive oil!

Does cooking while camping attract animals? ›

Odors - Food that is smelly and odorus can attract wildlife. This is an important consideration when camping in bear country, as bears have an excellent sense of smell and could be attracted to your campsite.

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