Campfire Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows

Campfire sweet potatoes with marshmallows is a delightful and comforting campfire dessert or side dish. Here’s a simple recipe to make this tasty treat while enjoying the great outdoors:

Ingredients:

• Sweet potatoes
• Marshmallows
• Aluminum foil
• Butter or cooking spray
• Cinnamon (optional)
• Brown sugar (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the campfire: Build a campfire and let it burn down until you have a good bed of hot coals. You’ll be cooking the sweet potatoes in the coals.
2. Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly. You can leave the skins on for a rustic touch, or peel them if you prefer.
3. Cut the sweet potatoes into slices or chunks, depending on your preference. Make sure they are relatively thin so that they cook evenly.
4. Place each sweet potato slice or chunk on a piece of aluminum foil. You can use individual foil packets or create one large one to cook all the sweet potatoes together.
5. Add a small pat of butter or use cooking spray to lightly grease the sweet potatoes. This will help them cook and prevent sticking.
6. If desired, sprinkle a little cinnamon and brown sugar over the sweet potatoes for extra flavor.
7. Wrap the aluminum foil around the sweet potatoes, creating a tight seal. Make sure there are no openings for the heat or flames to get in.
8. Carefully place the sweet potato packets on the hot coals of the campfire. Be cautious not to place them directly in the flames, as this can char the sweet potatoes.
9. Cook the sweet potatoes for about 20-30 minutes, depending on the intensity of the campfire. You can check for doneness by opening a packet and poking a sweet potato with a fork. They should be soft and caramelized.
10. Once the sweet potatoes are almost done, carefully open the foil packets and place marshmallows on top of each one.
11. Continue cooking for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the marshmallows are golden brown and toasted.
12. Remove the sweet potato packets from the coals, let them cool for a moment, and then carefully open the foil.
13. Serve your campfire sweet potatoes and marshmallows while they’re still warm and gooey. Enjoy this delicious and indulgent campfire treat!

Be cautious when cooking over an open flame, and always have the necessary campfire safety equipment on hand. Additionally, you can get creative with this recipe by adding other toppings or seasonings to suit your taste.

Try this tasty recipe on your next trip to Knoxville Campground!