If you’ve ever been camping before or spent long hours outdoors, then the thought of once again eating baked beans in a can as a meal must be old by now. It is easy to believe that there isn’t really much variety when it comes to outdoor food, but surprisingly there are more options then you may think. Prepping meals beforehand is a easy and convenient way to cook food once you’re outdoors, especially if you have limited space and resources. Think of it like this, the next time you go camping or on an outdoor adventure take advantage of the extra space in your vehicle and store some pre-prepped meals and snacks, make use of your vehicle’s roof box if you have to and when it comes to meal time you can enjoy some home cooked food in no time. Plus, the different outdoor recipes mean that you don’t have to eat the same thing twice, meaning no more baked beans for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Take a look at some easy outdoor recipes that can be used to take some of the stress out of your outdoor adventure.

Snacks

If you’re going on a hike or maybe a bike ride, then these recipes are a great way to keep the hunger at bay and re-nourish your body. Quick and easy to eat, these snacks can be adapted to your own personal tastes so you fully enjoy a midday snack. If you enjoy cooking, then these recipes can inspire your own cooking ideas and perhaps influence new ideas for outdoor snacks. Trail bars are a popular snack food when it comes to long hikes or physical activities. They are also cheap and easy to make with few ingredients. The typical, basic trail bars are made with oats, honey, dried fruit and chocolate. You can find an abundance of detailed recipes online and on social media that you can try and even adapt to your own tastes. If you fancy being less health conscious or just want some snacks for the kids, you can always substitute dried fruit for say; peanut butter, M&M’s and marshmallows to name a few. Wrap the bars in some cling film and take them with you on your activity, they’ll especially come in handy if your short walk turns into a day long hike.

Breakfast

As we all know, breakfast is the most important meal of the day so there’s no reason to miss it when you are on your outdoor adventure. In particular, when camping you have limited resources to make meals or prepare food so it’s a good idea to think ahead and plan your morning meals. Save money and rather than find somewhere that serves breakfast, make your own around the campfire. One great outdoor breakfast hack is to prepare some pancake mixture at home and keep it in a clean, empty ketchup bottle. This way, when it comes to breakfast time all you need to do is squeeze some mixture into a pan over the campfire and cook until it is done. Add some chocolate chips or blueberries on top when cooking for a easy, fun and delicious meal everyone can enjoy. It is also a convenient way to make food for a group of people without any stress. If you feel like having something different to pancakes, here is another recipe that may cater to your needs. Cooking for a family or group of people is hard enough at home, imagine doing it outdoors with little to no appliances. This recipe hack means all you need to cook an omelette is a pan of boiling water and a ziploc bag. Simply create your omelette mix at home with all your extra ingredients and divide them into individual ziploc bags. Then when it comes to breakfast time all you need to do is cook them for a few minutes in the hot water, slide them out of the bags when they are cooked and enjoy your outdoor breakfast. There are countless recipes that can be found for the outdoors, all you need to do is find the right ones for you.

Treats

Almost everyone enjoys treats- and outdoor treats can be some of the best there is. If you’re camping or having a outdoor picnic, then these recipes are the perfect treats to enjoy. An unusual one is known as campfire cones, these are ice cream cones that are filled with chocolate pieces, marshmallow, banana, strawberries and other bits of food you enjoy. These treats can easily be eaten raw for when you are on a bike ride or picnic, but if you have access to a campfire then you can wrap the cones in tin foil and heat them up, melting everything inside. This recipe is an exciting and different way to enjoy all your favourite guilty pleasures and can be a fun, alternative pick n mix for the kids. If you have a liking for American style food then the banana boat s’more is an ideal treat for you to try. It is also convenient to cook, all you need to do is cut a banana with the skin still on down the middle, load it up with mini marshmallows, chocolate chips and bits of crackers, wrap it in tin foil and cook over a fire until everything is melted. Unwrap the foil, peel back the skin and enjoy. Introduce your children to new treats that they will love and make memories they’re not likely to forget anytime soon. Alternatively, a treat can be more than just chocolate, if you’re a big fan of fruit then why not create some fruit cups to take with you on your outdoor adventure. Chop up some fruit and maybe add some yogurt and granola for a refreshing taste. Seal the cup and pack in your bag until it’s time to enjoy your fruity treat. This is such a great treat to take with you on a outdoor picnic, it’s simple but delicious. Everyone enjoys a treat, being in the outdoors doesn’t have to prevent you from having something you enjoy, try these recipes and discover your favourite.

And so, there are so much more options for recipes to cook and enjoy outdoors then many would think. These ideas help you organise your meals, prep food and create fun, delicious meals and treats that take the stress out of outdoor cooking. Whether you are on a camping trip, on a bike ride or simply having a picnic, these recipes can be used to make your activity more enjoyable and saves precious time so that you can fully enjoy your outdoor adventure.