Campfire Apple Bread Pudding

Ingredients

  • 1/4 loaf French bread, sliced and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 2 tart apples, cored and diced
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup apple cider
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or mixed)
  • 2 pieces of heavy-duty aluminum foil, 12×18 inches

When the campfire is glowing and the air starts to cool, there’s nothing more comforting than a warm, sweet dessert pulled straight from the coals. This Campfire Apple Bread Pudding hits every cozy note—tart apples, buttery bread, cinnamon, brown sugar, and raisins all wrapped up and baked in foil.

It’s everything you love about fall, made rustic and outdoorsy!

Cooking Steps

  • 1
    Slice French bread into 1/2-inch slices, then cube.
  • 2
    Butter both sides of each slice before cubing.
  • 3
    Dice apples and add to a large bowl with the bread.
  • 4
    Add lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, raisins, apple cider, and chopped nuts to the bowl.
  • 5
    Gently toss until everything is well coated and mixed.
  • 6
    Divide the mixture into two foil packets, using the drugstore-wrap method (folding the sides like a wrapped sandwich).
  • 7
    Place on a wire rack over glowing coals, or wrap again with newspapers and place directly on the coals.
  • 8
    Cook for 20 minutes per side, turning carefully with tongs.

Serve It Up

  • Carefully unwrap each packet (watch for steam).

  • Spoon warm bread pudding into bowls.

  • Top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

  • Best served immediately while gooey and hot!

Why You’ll Love It

 Fall flavors: Tart apples, cinnamon, and cider
 Made in foil: No pans, no cleanup
 Family-friendly: Everyone loves it
 Perfect for camping, glamping, or backyard fires
 Comfort food at its best

Tips & Variations

  • Swap apples for pears or peaches

  • Add chocolate chips for a twist

  • Use cinnamon swirl bread for extra richness

  • Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving

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