Easy cleanup and zero greasy pans—just a cutting board, a little spice, and a bed of steady coals. Orange-Cinnamon Campfire Apple Chips are a smart pack-along idea because the prep is quick at camp, and the “cooking” mostly happens while you’re washing up or stoking the fire.
Thin apple rounds slowly warm and concentrate, picking up cinnamon warmth and a bright pop of orange zest. You’ll get lightly crisp edges with a chewy center, somewhere between dried fruit and a fresh slice. They’re great for nibbling with morning coffee, tucking into a daypack for a hike, or passing around when the flames drop to embers.
Keep the setup simple: steady heat, a watchful eye, and a way to flip or rotate as they dry. Make extra if you can—these cool down well, pack without fuss, and tend to vanish faster than you’d expect once everyone catches that citrus-cinnamon smell drifting through camp.
Orange-Cinnamon Campfire Apple Chips
Equipment
- Grill grate or campfire rack
- Sharp knife or mandoline
- small bowl
Ingredients
- 2 large apples cored and thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 orange zest only
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional
Instructions
- Toss apple slices with lemon juice in a bowl to prevent browning.
- Lay slices on a grill grate set over a low campfire. Sprinkle with cinnamon and orange zest. Drizzle with maple syrup if desired.
- Roast 40-50 minutes, turning every 10-15 minutes, until edges curl and chips are crisp-tender.
- Cool fully before packing for the trail.