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Golden campfire cinnamon roll-ups on a stick with white icing drizzle on a rustic wood slice board

Campfire Cinnamon Roll-Ups on a Stick

A quick and gooey cinnamon-sugar treat roasted right over the fire. Fun to make, even better to eat. Perfect for camping, backyard bonfires, or cozy nights outdoors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Servings 8 roll-ups

Equipment

  • Long wooden skewers or metal campfire roasting sticks, small bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (or pizza dough for thicker, chewier rolls)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • Optional: icing or glaze (store-bought or homemade) for drizzling
  • Long skewers or fire-safe roasting sticks

Instructions
 

  • Mix cinnamon sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Stir well and set aside.
  • Prep the dough: Open the crescent roll can and unroll the dough onto a clean, flat surface. If using pizza dough, roll it out into a thin rectangle. Brush the entire surface evenly with melted butter.
  • Add the filling: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the buttered dough, covering it completely.
  • Roll and slice: Starting from one end, roll the dough tightly into a log. Slice the log into 2-inch segments.
  • Skewer: Thread each segment onto a skewer, spacing pieces slightly apart so heat circulates evenly.
  • Cook over fire: Hold skewers over glowing embers or indirect heat (not direct flame), rotating slowly and consistently for 5–7 minutes until the rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve: Carefully remove from skewer. Drizzle with icing while still warm. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • Keep the dough refrigerated until right before use - cold dough is much easier to handle.
  • Pre-toast wooden skewers briefly over the fire before adding dough to prevent splintering.
  • Cook over glowing coals or embers rather than active flames for even, controlled heat.
  • Rotate the skewer slowly throughout the entire cook time for an all-around golden finish.
  • Add any toppings (icing, chocolate drizzle, nuts) after cooking - not before or during.
  • Can also be baked in an oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes if no campfire is available.