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Apple-Picking Picnic: Perfect Recipes for Campers

Written By: happycamper

There’s nothing like an autumn picnic after a fun day of apple-picking.

These easy, camper-friendly recipes will make your fall outing even more delicious. Here’s how to prepare the perfect fall picnic menu with fresh-picked apples.

 

Apple Sandwiches

Layer apple slices with peanut butter and raisins for a healthy, kid-friendly snack that’s easy to pack and perfect for a fall picnic.

Apple Hand Pies

Make mini apple hand pies using pre-made pie dough and freshly picked apples. Bake them ahead of time and pack them for your picnic.

apple ciderApple Cider

Warm up your picnic with homemade apple cider. Simmer fresh apples, cinnamon sticks, and a bit of sugar to create a cozy drink that everyone will love.

Tagged:- cooking camp, fall

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