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Campfire Apple Pie Packets

Campfire apple pie packets are an easy foil-packet dessert with cinnamon apples, a graham cracker crumb crust, and melted butter. Cook them on a grill grate until the apples are tender, then cool briefly before opening and serving hot with vanilla ice cream.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
cooling 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Apple filling
  • 4 large apples peeled and sliced
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp nutmeg
  • 4 tbsp butter
Crust topping and packet prep
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 vanilla ice cream for serving
  • 4 sheet heavy-duty aluminum foil

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Assemble the foil packets
  1. Divide the apple slices among 4 foil sheets, arranging them in an even layer. Make sure the apples sit near the center so the packets can seal well.
  2. Sprinkle each packet with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then dot with 1 tablespoon butter. Use a steady pinch to evenly coat the apples for caramelized pockets.
  3. Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs over the apples. The crumbs will toast and form a quick crust as the fruit cooks.
  4. Fold foil into sealed packets, pressing edges tightly to prevent leaks. Keep seams crimped so steam stays trapped inside.
Campfire cook and serve
  1. Place packets on the campfire grate over medium heat for 12-15 minutes until apples are tender. Look for visible steaming and softened slices through the foil seams.
  2. Let packets cool for 5 minutes before opening carefully. Wait for the steam to calm so the caramel doesn’t burn your hands.
  3. Open each packet and serve immediately with vanilla ice cream. Spoon the hot cinnamon apples and any melted butter-sugar juices over the ice cream.

Notes

Pro tip: seal the foil firmly and keep packets on medium heat—too hot can scorch the crumbs before the apples soften. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; rewarm in a skillet or in the microwave until hot. Freezing isn’t recommended because the apples can turn mealy after thawing. For a dairy-light swap, use a plant-based butter substitute in the filling.