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Outdoor Boys Bread Recipe

Outdoor Boys Bread Recipe

I love this Outdoor Boys bread recipe because it’s simple, forgiving, and perfect for campfire cooking. With basic pantry ingredients and minimal tools, this bread turns out warm, filling, and amazing with honey butter every single time.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Fried Snacks, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Outdoor Cooking
Calories: 190

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups All-purpose flour Bread flour also works
  • 1 cup Warm water About 105–110°F
  • 2 ¼ tsp Active dry yeast 1 packet
  • 1 tbsp Sugar Helps yeast activate
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp Oil or melted butter Adds moisture
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter Softened
  • 2 tbsp Honey More if you like it sweeter
  • 1 pinch Salt Optional

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl or zip-top bag Bag works best for camping
  • 1 Spoon or Hands Hands are easiest outdoors
  • 1 Cast iron skillet or griddle Holds heat evenly
  • 1 Heat source Campfire or camping stove
  • 1 Lid or foil Helps cook bread evenly

Method
 

Step 1:
  1. I start by mixing the warm water, yeast, and sugar in a bowl or zip-top bag. I let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until it looks foamy. If it doesn’t foam, the yeast might be dead.
    Outdoor Boys Bread
Step 2:
  1. I add the flour, salt, and oil to the yeast mixture. Then I mix until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. If it feels too wet, I sprinkle in a little more flour.
    Outdoor Boys Bread
Step 3:
  1. I knead the dough for about 5–7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. When I’m camping, I usually knead it right inside the bag to keep things clean.
    Outdoor Boys Bread
Step 4:
  1. I cover the dough and let it rest in a warm spot for 30–60 minutes. Near the fire works great, just not too close or it’ll dry out.
    Outdoor Boys Bread
Step 5:
  1. Once the dough has risen, I gently punch it down and shape it into one large round or divide it into smaller pieces, depending on my pan size.
    Outdoor Boys Bread
Step 6:
  1. I heat my cast iron skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it. I cook the bread for about 3–5 minutes per side, flipping often so it doesn’t burn.
    Outdoor Boys Bread
Step 7:
  1. For honey butter, I mix the softened butter, honey, and salt until smooth. I spread it on the warm bread right before serving, and wow, it’s so good.
    Outdoor Boys Bread

Notes

  • I always cook this bread slower than I think I should—fire that’s too hot is the biggest mistake.
  • This recipe works great in a skillet, Dutch oven, or even near hot coals if I keep turning it.
  • If I don’t have yeast, I swap it for baking powder and make a quick flatbread instead.