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Campfire Cinnamon Rolls on a Stick

Campfire cinnamon rolls on a stick are roasted over coals until golden brown, with a spiral wrapped tightly around a stick for easy roasting and dipping. Finished warm with the included icing, they’re a camping dessert that crisps up at the edges.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
cooling 2 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
  • 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing Use the included icing from the package.
roasting sticks
  • 8 roasting sticks Use ends suitable for food roasting over campfire coals.
aluminum foil
  • 1 sheet aluminum foil Optional for managing drips and for safer handling on site.

Method
 

Prep the roll strips
  1. Separate the refrigerated cinnamon rolls and unroll each into a long strip. Keep them flat so the spiral will wrap tightly.
  2. Wrap each strip around the end of a roasting stick in a tight spiral. Press lightly so the layers stay in place while roasting.
Roast over campfire coals
  1. Hold the sticks over campfire coals (not flames), rotating constantly. Roast for 10-12 minutes until golden brown with cooked-through centers.
  2. Remove the rolls from the heat and let them cool for 2 minutes. The surface should look set and lightly crisp.
Finish and serve
  1. Slide each roasted cinnamon roll off the stick. Keep it upright so it doesn’t tear while you release it.
  2. Drizzle with the included icing. Let the icing fall in ribbons down the roll for a glossy finish.
  3. Serve warm immediately. Aim to eat right after icing so the spiral stays tender inside.

Notes

Pro tip: roast only over coals—flames will scorch the outside before the center cooks. Store leftovers in the fridge up to 2 days; rewarm in a toaster oven or over gentle indirect heat. Freezing isn’t recommended because the texture softens after thawing. For a lighter swap, choose a reduced-sugar cinnamon roll variety (use the included icing or a thinner glaze).