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Campfire Quesadillas for an Easy Camping Lunch

Crisp tortillas and melted cheese with minimal cleanup. Cook these over hot coals when you need a quick, filling lunch at camp.

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Added November 6, 2026
Source: stickyfingerscooking.com
Campfire Quesadillas for an Easy Camping Lunch
Prep: 2 min
Cook: 20 min
Serves: 6
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

  • •1 to 1 1/2 C shredded cheddar cheese
  • •1/2 tsp salt
  • •1 pinch ground black pepper
  • •1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • •1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • •12 corn or flour tortillas

Equipment

  • • Large skillet
  • • Medium bowl
  • • Measuring cups
  • • Measuring spoons
  • • Wooden spoon
  • • Heat-resistant spatula turner

Instructions

  1. 1Measure and combine cheese, salt, black pepper, cumin, and garlic powder in a bowl.
  2. 2Ensure the skillet is dry before heating it up.
  3. 3Layer tortillas in the skillet, add cheese and spice mixture, and fold or top with another tortilla. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. 4Serve hot with your favorite dip.

Camp tips

  • • Ensure the skillet is dry for a perfect toast.
  • • Cook on medium-low heat for even cooking.

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