19 Festive Camping Recipes for a Delicious Christmas Holiday

Camping at Christmastime sounds like a dream: who wouldn’t want to spend the holidays in the great outdoors? But just because you’re camping doesn’t mean you have to give up delicious holiday meals. In fact, you can enjoy your Christmas break with some yummy food while you’re camping. Here are some super festive camping recipes to get you started.

1. Pigs in a Blanket

You’ll need:

• Puff pastry sheets at room temperature
• Cocktail frankfurters or hotdogs
• Shredded cheese
• Condiments of choice

Method:

1. Cut the puff pastry sheets into quarters.
2. Place each frankfurter or hotdog horizontally on each pastry sheet.
3. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on each one and roll the “blanket.”
4. Cook the rolls on a BBQ rack for 15 minutes, turning them to cook evenly until golden brown.

2. Festive Nacho-style S’mores

You’ll need:

• 1 packet gingerbread men (or your favorite hearty biscuits)
• 1 packet marshmallows
• 1 packet Christmas M&Ms (red and green only)
• 3 candy canes (broken into small pieces)
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/3 cup mint chocolates

Method:

1. Place a layer of gingerbread men at the bottom and sides of your frying pan.
2. Add the rest of the ingredients layer by layer.
3. Add the remaining half of the marshmallows on top.
4. Cook for about 10 minutes until the marshmallows go soft and golden.
   Note: Eat this dish like nachos, using the biscuits on the sides of the pan to scoop up the toppings.

3. One-pot Red Wine Chicken

You’ll need:

• 8 boneless chicken thighs
• 12 chopped shallots
• 4 crushed garlic cloves
• 8 bacon rashers
• 2 tablespoons cranberry sauce
• 1/2 bottle red wine
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Black pepper to taste

Method:

1. Fry the bacon in a saucepan until crisp. Set the bacon aside.
2. Brown the chicken in the bacon fat and set it aside too.
3. Cook the shallots in the same pan until soft.
4. Add the garlic and rosemary, cook for a minute or so.
5. Put the bacon and chicken back into the pot, add the flour, and cook for about 2 minutes.
6. Add the wine, stock, cranberry sauce, and black pepper.
7. Simmer for 10 minutes with the lid on and another 10 minutes off to reduce the sauce.
8. Serve with croutons or pita bread.

4. Billycan Damper

You’ll need:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 thinly sliced red onion
• 2 bacon rashers, cut into matchsticks
• 1 tablespoon chili jam of your choice
• 3 cups self-raising flour
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 can of beer (at room temperature)
• Black pepper to taste

Method:

1. Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan and cook the onion until soft.
2. Add the bacon and cook until golden.
3. Add the chili jam and cook for about 2 minutes until caramelized.
4. Add in your preferred seasonings and stir.
5. Mix the flour, salt, rosemary, and black pepper in a bowl, then add the beer and remaining olive oil. Knead until smooth, about 5 minutes.
6. Roll out the dough and spread the onion mixture. Roll again into a sausage shape, then again into a coil.
7. Line the billycan base with baking paper, then add the dough coil.
8. Place the can on the BBQ grill and cook for about 40 minutes, or until golden. Serve warm.

5. Chocolate Banana Boat

You’ll need:

• 1 banana per person
• Chocolate chips
• Mini marshmallows
• Crushed peanuts
• Whipped cream
• Cherries

Method:

1. Cut the banana down the middle with the peel still on.
2. Pull the parts gently apart and add the mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, and peanuts down the center.
3. Wrap the banana in foil and cook on the grill for 3-5 minutes.
4. Open the foil and serve with whipped cream and cherries.

So there you have it, 19 festive camping recipes to make your Christmas camping trip extra special. From pigs in a blanket to chocolate banana boats, there’s something delicious for everyone. Enjoy your outdoor holiday and happy cooking!

Cover image source: brokenheadholidaypark.com.au