How to Make the Cutest Camping Cupcakes
Campfire Camping cupcakes are a fun and easy dessert for enjoying the great outdoors. They are perfect for camping trips, parties, backyard barbecues, or any occasion where you want to add a touch of sweetness to your meal.
With simple ingredients and basic baking skills, you can create delicious campfire cupcakes that will impress your friends and family.

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To make campfire cupcakes, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix + additional ingredients per instructions OR your favorite recipe
- Gray buttercream frosting in a piping bag with a small cut tip
- Red, orange, and yellow buttercream frosting in the same piping bag with Wilton 1M Star tip
How do you make campfire cupcakes:
Bake cupcakes per recipe and cool them completely. Spread red, orange, and yellow buttercream in rows on a piece of plastic wrap as shown.
Place the tube into a piping bag with 1M star tip, and open the end down.
Use gray frosting to pipe “rocks” all along the outer edge of the cupcake.
Use combo frosting to pipe “flames” in the center of the cupcake inside the rock ring.
Break a pretzel stick in half, place a mini marshmallow on the broken end, and gently lay it on the flames at an angle.
Tips for Making Campfire Cupcakes
When it comes to making campfire cupcakes, a few tips and tricks can help you create the perfect treat. Here are some expert tips to keep in mind:
- Use a piping bag: To create the perfect swirl of frosting, use a piping bag with a star tip. This will give your cupcakes a professional look and ensure that the frosting is evenly distributed.
- Decorate with pretzels: Pretzel sticks make great “logs” for campfire cupcakes. Break them in half and stick them into the frosting to create a campfire effect.
- Use food coloring: To create the perfect flame effect, use red and orange food coloring to tint your frosting. Add a few drops of yellow to create a more realistic look.
- Add graham cracker crumbs: To give your cupcakes a campfire flavor, sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on top of the frosting. This will add a delicious, crunchy texture to your cupcakes.
- Don’t forget the marshmallows: Mini marshmallows are a must-have for any campfire cupcake. Place them on top of the frosting to create a marshmallow-roasting effect.
By following these tips and tricks, you can create delicious and visually stunning campfire cupcakes that are perfect for any occasion.
Making campfire cupcakes is a fun way to add excitement to your outdoor activities. With some preparation and creativity, anyone can make these delicious treats that will surely be a hit with adults and kids alike.
When making campfire cupcakes, it is important to have all the necessary ingredients and equipment on hand. The recipe can be easily adapted to suit different dietary requirements and preferences. For example, gluten-free or vegan cupcakes can be made by using alternative ingredients.
Making campfire cupcakes is a great way to bring creativity and excitement to your next camping trip or outdoor gathering. With a little imagination and some basic baking skills, anyone can create these delicious and fun treats that will surely be a hit with everyone.
These campfire cupcakes are a delicious way to bring the camping experience to your kitchen. They are perfect for those who love the outdoors and want to bring that experience into their homes.
Using a bit of creativity, you can make a treat that will wow everyone. Therefore, these cupcakes are a great addition to any campfire gathering or camping-themed party.
Crafting together as a family during camping trips provides a unique opportunity for family members to connect and spend quality time together. These activities require teamwork, communication, and sharing of ideas, which strengthens family bonds and creates lasting memories.
As you can see, there are many ways to decorate campfire cupcakes to make them fun and unique. You can experiment with different colors, toppings, and decorations to make them your own.
Baking with the family is a fun and engaging way to spend time together. Not only does it provide an opportunity to teach kids about cooking and baking, but it also encourages creativity and bonding.
Everyone involved can have a fun experience while baking with the family, from measuring out ingredients to decorating the finished product. Kids can learn about measuring and following recipes while also using their creativity to decorate and make their baked goods unique.
Baking can also be a great way to connect and bond as a family. Working together towards a common goal, whether making a batch of cookies or a fancy cake, can create a sense of teamwork and togetherness.
In addition to being a fun activity, baking with the family can also be a great way to teach kids important life skills. By learning to cook and bake, kids can become more self-sufficient and gain valuable skills that will serve them well later in life.
Campfire cupcakes are a delicious and creative way to bring the camping experience to your home. Whether you make smores campfire cupcakes, marshmallow campfire cupcakes, or other camping cupcakes, these treats will surely be a hit at your next gathering. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your oven, and get ready to enjoy some delicious campfire cupcakes!
How to Make Camping Cupcakes
These camping campfire cupcakes are the cutest and would be perfect for an indoor camping party or a camping birthday party.
Ingredients
- Chocolate cake mix or use your favorite chocolate cake recipe.
- Gray icing in a piping bag, cut a small tip.
- Yellow, red, orange, and frosting combined in the same piping bag with a Wilton 1M Star tip.
- Pretzels (Stick-shaped)
- Marshmallows
Instructions
Bake the cupcakes according to the recipe and let them cool completely. As demonstrated, spread yellow, orange, and red icing in three rows on a piece of plastic wrap. Fold the plastic wrap into a tube.
Fill a piping bag with gray icing. Pipe stars on the top (along the sides of the cupcake) to resemble Rocks.
Place the yellow, orange, and red icing tube into a piping bag with a 1M star tip—pipe “flames” in the center of the cupcake inside the gray rocks.
Half the pretzel stick, attach a marshmallow to the broken end of the pretzel and gently position it on the flames at an angle.
Optional - add Graham cracker crumbs to the top of the cupcake.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 88Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 92mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 1gSugar: 10gProtein: 1g
WOW, this is super cute and a great camping cupcake idea. Will have to share with our Daughter.
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These are just SO cute!
What a great idea, this is sooooo adorable. Saved! Thank you for sharing.
Tonya, Your campfire cupcakes are so adorable!!! I hope to get to make them soon !!! Thank you, Patty
These are just too cute and I’m sure just as delicious. This post will be a feature this week. Thanks for sharing the idea. #HomeMattersParty
These are so cute. I’m not even a camper but love these and featuring them at this week’s BFF Open House Link Party!
Oh my… these are just too cute!!
Thank you for sharing your recipe for campfire cupcakes at Create, Bake, Grow & Gather this week. I’m delighted to be featuring it at today’s party and pinning too.
Hugs ~ Kerryanne
OMG, these are super cute! I am always looking to improve my cupcake technique, so I am bookmarking this post. I just love them!