Extreme Campfire Brownies

Campfire cast-iron caramel, marshmallow, and salted almond brownies are a delicious and indulgent treat that you can make over the campfire in a cast-iron skillet. The combination of gooey caramel, fluffy marshmallows, crunchy salted almonds, and rich chocolate brownies creates a mouthwatering dessert that’s perfect for outdoor camping adventures. Here’s how to make these campfire brownies:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup mini marshmallows
• 1/2 cup salted almonds, roughly chopped

Instructions:

• Prepare the campfire: Build a campfire and let it burn down until you have hot coals suitable for cooking. Set up a cooking grate over the campfire, ensuring it’s sturdy and stable for holding the cast-iron skillet.
• Prepare the cast-iron skillet: Grease a 10-inch cast-iron skillet with butter or cooking spray, making sure it’s well-coated to prevent sticking.
• Make the brownie batter: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Allow it to cool slightly, then whisk in the granulated sugar and brown sugar until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
• Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
• Add the caramel layer: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared cast-iron skillet. Drizzle about 3/4 cup of caramel sauce over the batter, spreading it evenly.
• Add the marshmallows and almonds: Sprinkle the mini marshmallows and chopped salted almonds over the caramel layer.
• Top with the remaining brownie batter: Carefully spread the remaining brownie batter over the marshmallows and almonds, covering them completely.
• Cook over the campfire: Place the cast-iron skillet with the brownie batter on the cooking grate over the campfire. Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil to trap heat and cook the brownies evenly.
• Check for doneness: Cook the brownies for about 25-30 minutes or until the edges are set, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (avoiding the marshmallow layer).
• Cool and serve: Remove the cast-iron skillet from the campfire and let the brownies cool for a few minutes. For a delightful campfire dessert, serve the brownies warm with an extra drizzle of caramel sauce on top.

Final Thoughts:

Enjoy these campfire cast-iron caramel, marshmallow, and salted almond brownies as a delightful and delicious treat during your camping adventure. The combination of sweet and salty flavors with the smokiness from the campfire will make these brownies a memorable camping dessert! Enjoy these brownies today at Camp Lakewood Campground.