Being prepared for campsite snacks is super important. Well—to most of us, it is. But what besides the regular chips and crackers can you bring along when relaxing in the great outdoors? Here are a few of the best portable yet tasty campsite snacks!
Homemade Potato Chips
Something about homemade potato chips makes you want to eat the entire bag. But you may need to save some for the camping trip! Start with a bag of russet potatoes. Using a sharp pairing knife or a mandoline slicer, slice the potatoes about ⅛ an inch thin and put them directly into a bowl of ice water.
Heat vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottom pot until it reaches around 375 degrees. Drop a handful of the sliced potatoes into the hot oil and let them cook until golden in color. Remove them, place them on a paper towel-lined baking sheet, and sprinkle them with sea salt.
Granola Trail Mix
Who doesn’t love snacking on a sweet and salty trail mix? Some store-bought options can be pricy, and it’s better to make your own since you can control the portions of your favorite parts.
All you need is some of your favorite granola. For example, pick up a bag of honey-nut granola and toss it into a large mixing bowl. Next, add your favorite honey-roasted nuts, a bag of M&Ms, and your favorite dried fruits. Mix and seal into an airtight container for easy traveling.
Fruity Cereal Snack Mix
No, not fruity pebbles. Better. This fruity cereal mix is the perfect snack for hiking around the campsite or just simply sitting by the fire.
Grab a box of honey graham cereal and toss it into a large mixing bowl. Next, add dried apple chips, dried strawberries, ½ cup of golden raisins, and ½ cup of dried cranberries. Mix well and seal the mixture in an airtight container.
The Perfect Party Snack Mix
This cereal-laden party mix is a campground staple. Begin by picking up some classic cereals: Cheerios, honeycomb, and Chex Mix. In a large bowl, mix all the cereals with a bar of mini pretzels.
Mix 1 cup canola oil, 1 ¼ cup of melted butter, and 1 ¾ cup of sugar in a separate mixing bowl. Once combined, coat the cereal and bake it at 275 for about an hour. Be sure to keep mixing to prevent the cereal from burning.
Candied Walnuts
It is perfectly portable and great as a weekend snack at the campground. Grab a two-pound bag of halved walnuts and pour them into a large mixing bowl. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.
Add ¼ cup brown sugar, ⅓ cup honey, a pinch of salt, and four tablespoons of melted butter in a mixing bowl. Stir until all the walnuts are coated, and bake for 15 minutes, giving them a stir about halfway through. Store in ziplock baggies and hand them out at the campsite or in a large airtight container.
Wrapping Up The Tastiest And Portable Campsite Snack
These portable snacks are for everyone to go to portable campground grabs. Easy to make and even easier to bring with you while packing. Be sure to make enough for sharing, as these snacks are just way too delicious.