Delicious campfire French toast casserole tastes amazing and can be enjoyed around a campfire or outdoor fire pit! Camping is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. But what about when it comes to mealtime? While hot dogs and burgers are classic campfire fare, there are plenty of other delicious and easy meals you can cook over the fire.
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Let's enjoy some campfire French toast!
While the title "campfire" might have you scratching your head as a post for September, September is a FUN camping month. The hot weather has left and the nights cool off a bit making camping in a tent more bearable.
This is also a fun recipe for those of you who have firepits in your backyards. Sunday morning breakfast (or you can even use this as a dessert idea) is a great way to enjoy some friends and family time and enjoy a delicious meal!
Although I don't suggest letting him start your fire for you.
Kids these days. When you take away their electronics...
Ingredients
Making your campfire French toast casserole is so simple! It's a recipe made with minimal ingredients so you can easily pack all you need without taking up a lot of room.
For the French toast:
- Cinnamon swirl bread (you can substitute gluten free)
- Eggs
- Milk (non dairy can be substituted)
For the topping:
- Blueberries, Pecans, Walnuts, Strawberries, Raspberries
- Powdered sugar, glaze, or maple syrup
Instructions
- Heat your coals or start your fire. I HIGHLY do NOT suggest having a 11 year old boy Boy Scout to help with this, but if that's all you have good luck. Hide the lighter fluid. 🙂
- Wrap the loaf in a layer of parchment paper, followed by a layer of foil. If you don't have parchment paper, heavy duty foil will work, just make sure to grease the foil.
- Sprinkle the topping you will be using if desired (you do NOT have to use the fruits or nuts, they are optional).
- Combine the eggs and milk in a bowl, whisking until smooth. Pour over the bread evenly.
- Wrap the foil and parchment paper around the loaf tightly, making sure there are no leaks.
- Place over the campfire or grill on low to medium heat for approximately 30-40 minutes turning every few minutes to ensure even cooking. Remove from heat, and make sure that eggs are cooked.
- Remove from fire and allow to cool for several minutes before serving.
- To serve, mix together some powdered sugar and milk until a glaze forms. Drizzle over the bread
- NOTE: If you get rained out or just LOVE camping like I do, (sarcasm) you can bake this bread in a 375 degree oven for 35-40 minutes.
Equipment
You will need a campfire or outdoor firepit. You can also use an outdoor or indoor grill or your oven in a pinch.
You will also need to grab some parchment paper, aluminum foil and cooking spray.
Substitutions
Making this recipe adaptable for food allergies and intolerances is easy!
- Dairy free: Make this recipe dairy free by substituting dairy free milk.
- Gluten free: Grab some gluten free cinnamon toast and you are good to start baking!
Tips
- You can use brioche bread or challah bread in place of cinnamon toast for your campfire French toast.
- You can add other spices to the egg mixture, such as nutmeg or ginger.
- If you're cooking for a crowd, you can double or triple the recipe.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Storing
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you're cooking for a crowd, you can keep your French toast warm by keeping it wrapped in aluminum foil or placing it in a preheated oven set to low heat.
There are endless possibilities when it comes to toppings for campfire French toast. Here are a few ideas: Fresh fruit, such as berries, bananas, or peaches, Powdered sugar, Maple syrup, Whipped cream, Chocolate sauce, Nutella, Peanut butter
Other great breakfast recipes:
If you love this campfire French toast recipe for camping, try some of our other delicious meals that could easily adapt for camping! Try some campfire pizzas, tin foil s'mores dessert, or my personal favorite? Grilled donuts!
Campfire French Toast Casserole
Equipment
- campfire or outdoor fire grill
Ingredients
- 1 loaf cinnamon swirl bread
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup milk non dairy can be substituted
Instructions
- Heat your coals or start your fire.
- Wrap the loaf of bread in a layer of parchment paper, followed by a layer of foil. If you don't have parchment paper, heavy duty foil will work, just make sure to grease the foil.
- Sprinkle the topping on top of the bread you will be using if desired
- Combine the eggs and milk in a bowl, whisking until smooth. Pour over the loaf of bread evenly.
- Wrap the foil and parchment paper around the loaf tightly, making sure there are no leaks.
- Place over the campfire or grill on low to medium heat for approximately 30-40 minutes turning every few minutes to ensure even cooking. Remove from heat, and make sure that eggs are cooked.
- Remove from fire and allow to cool for several minutes before serving.
- To serve, mix together some powdered sugar and milk until a glaze forms. Drizzle over the bread if desired.
Notes
Be careful not to overcook the French toast, or it will become dry and tough.
Campfire French toast is best enjoyed fresh, but you can also store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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