Description
This strawberry cheesecake Pudgy Pie recipe is a fun and easy campfire treat perfect for backyard gatherings or camping trips. Using just five simple ingredients, it combines sweet strawberry pie filling and whipped cream cheese sandwiched between buttery, toasted white bread, cooked to golden perfection in a campfire pie iron. Ready in under 5 minutes, it’s an ideal quick dessert that delivers gooey, fruity, and creamy flavors with a delightful crisp exterior.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 slices White Bread
- 1/4 cup Strawberry Pie Filling
- 2 tbsp Whipped Cream Cheese
- 1/2 tsp Powdered Sugar
- Spreadable Butter
Instructions
- Prepare the pie iron: Spray the inside surfaces of both sides of the campfire pie iron with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the pie.
- Butter the first slice of bread: Spread butter on one side of a slice of white bread, then place the buttered side down onto one side of the prepared pie iron.
- Add the filling: Evenly spread 1/4 cup of strawberry pie filling on top of the bread inside the pie iron. Add a few dollops of whipped cream cheese over the pie filling for a creamy texture and flavor contrast.
- Top with the second slice of bread: Butter one side of a second slice of white bread and place it buttered side up over the strawberry and cream cheese layer inside the pie iron.
- Cook the Pudgy Pie: Close the campfire pie iron securely. Cook it over hot coals, flipping after 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, and cook the other side an additional 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, totaling 2 to 3 minutes until the bread is golden brown and the filling is warmed through.
- Finish and serve: Carefully open the pie iron to remove the Pudgy Pie. Transfer it to a plate, sprinkle the top with 1/2 teaspoon powdered sugar, and enjoy the warm, sweet, and creamy treat immediately.
Notes
- Use a campfire pie iron or sandwich press designed for open flame cooking to achieve the authentic crispy crust.
- Nonstick spray is key to prevent the bread from sticking inside the pie iron.
- Butter both outer sides of the bread to ensure even browning and crispiness.
- You can substitute strawberry pie filling with other fruit fillings or jams for variety.
- Whipped cream cheese adds a rich creamy texture; softened regular cream cheese can be used as a substitute if whipped is unavailable.
- Cooking times may vary depending on coal heat; watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Pudgy Pie, strawberry cheesecake, campfire dessert, camping recipe, easy pie, campfire pie iron, sweet treat
