Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Easy campfire dessert or breakfast treat
Crispy outside with a soft fluffy center
Fun activity for camping and family gatherings
Made with simple ingredients
Delicious cinnamon sugar coating
Quick to prepare and cook
Customizable with different toppings and flavors

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

refrigerated biscuit dough
butter
sugar
cinnamon

Optional toppings:

powdered sugar glaze
chocolate sauce
caramel drizzle
sprinkles
crushed nuts

Directions

Build a campfire and allow it to burn down until you have hot coals and steady heat.
In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon.
Open the biscuit dough and use your fingers or a small cutter to create a hole in the center of each biscuit.
Carefully place the donuts on a lightly greased cast iron skillet, campfire grate, or roasting stick setup.
Cook the donuts over medium campfire heat, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through on both sides.
Remove the donuts from the heat and brush lightly with melted butter.
Roll each donut in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
Add optional toppings if desired and serve warm.

Servings and timing

Servings: 8 donuts
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Variations

Fill the center with jam or chocolate spread after cooking.
Add pumpkin spice seasoning for a fall-inspired flavor.
Drizzle with maple glaze instead of cinnamon sugar.
Use crescent roll dough for a lighter texture.
Top with crushed cookies or mini chocolate chips.
Make mini donut bites using smaller dough pieces.

Storage/Reheating

Campfire donuts are best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day.

To reheat:

Warm over low campfire heat for a few minutes.
Microwave for 10–15 seconds.
Reheat in a skillet or oven at 300°F for about 5 minutes.

FAQs

Can I cook these without a campfire?

Yes, you can cook them in a skillet on the stove or bake them in the oven.

What dough works best for campfire donuts?

Refrigerated biscuit dough is the easiest and most reliable option.

How do I keep the donuts from burning?

Cook them over hot coals instead of direct flames and turn them frequently.

Can I make these ahead of time?

They are best fresh, but you can prepare the cinnamon sugar mixture ahead.

Do I need a cast iron skillet?

A cast iron skillet works best, but a campfire grate or foil pan can also work.

Can kids help make campfire donuts?

Yes, with adult supervision, kids can help shape and coat the donuts.

What toppings go well with campfire donuts?

Chocolate sauce, caramel, powdered sugar glaze, and sprinkles are all delicious.

How do I know when the donuts are fully cooked?

They should be golden brown outside and fully cooked in the center.

Can I use homemade dough?

Yes, homemade donut or biscuit dough works well too.

What drinks pair well with campfire donuts?

Coffee, hot chocolate, milk, and hot apple cider pair perfectly.

Conclusion

Campfire Donuts are a simple and memorable outdoor treat that combines warm homemade flavor with the fun of campfire cooking. Crispy, sweet, and endlessly customizable, they’re perfect for camping trips, bonfires, or cozy backyard evenings. Once you try these easy campfire donuts, they’re sure to become a favorite tradition for outdoor gatherings.

Campfire Donuts

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These Campfire Donuts are crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside, and coated in sweet cinnamon sugar. Perfect for camping trips and backyard bonfires, they’re an easy outdoor treat everyone will enjoy.

Author: Laura
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 8 donuts
Category: Dessert
Method: Campfire
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

1 can refrigerated biscuit dough
4 tbsp butter, melted
1/2 cup sugar
1 tbsp cinnamon
Optional toppings: powdered sugar glaze, chocolate sauce, caramel drizzle, sprinkles, crushed nuts

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Instructions

Build a campfire and allow it to burn down until you have hot coals and steady heat.
In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon.
Open the biscuit dough and use your fingers or a small cutter to create a hole in the center of each biscuit.
Carefully place the donuts on a lightly greased cast iron skillet, campfire grate, or roasting stick setup.
Cook the donuts over medium campfire heat, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through on both sides.
Remove the donuts from the heat and brush lightly with melted butter.
Roll each donut in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
Add optional toppings if desired and serve warm.

Notes

Cook over hot coals instead of direct flames to prevent burning.
Refrigerated biscuit dough is the easiest option, but homemade dough also works well.
A cast iron skillet provides the most even cooking over a campfire.
Add pumpkin spice seasoning for a seasonal flavor twist.
These donuts are best served fresh and warm.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day.
Top with chocolate sauce, caramel drizzle, or sprinkles for extra sweetness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 donut
Calories: 210 kcal
Sugar: 13 g
Sodium: 340 mg
Fat: 9 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg