10 Recipes to Try At Your Next Backyard Bonfire

Now that the evenings have officially cooled off, it’s time for some (socially distanced) backyard bonfires! Before your next get-together take a look at a few of these simple, delicious recipes that work perfectly for a fall bonfire.

1. Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

Full of flavor, this chili conveniently uses several ingredients you probably already have in your pantry and fridge!

 

2. Creamy Shrimp Chowder

This recipe has all the best makings of a delicious chowder – it’s creamy, flavorful and full of seafood and veggies. Keep warm in your slow cooker while you’re enjoying the bon fire! Tip: If you’re on a budget, leave out the crab meat and wait until shrimp go on sale at Sparkle.

 

3. Cheese Dip with Pretzel Bites

Did you know it only takes four ingredients to make homemade pretzel bites? Make a batch, then serve with a slow cooker full of warm cheese dipping sauce (recipe included).

 

4. Taco Pizza

Prep the crescent dough and ground beef for this recipe ahead of time, then layer right before guests arrive!

 

5. Beef and Beer Chili

Beer and chili may or may not be two of the most important staples of any fall bon fire – so why not combine them? This recipe is simple, delicious and can be kept warm in a slow cooker.

 

6. Chili Cheese Dog Cups

Take the mess out of traditional chili cheese dogs by transforming them into simple, hand-held appetizers!

 

7. Vegetarian Lentil Chili

This chili is packed with flavor, without the meat. Prep this ahead of time and keep warm in the slow cooker for your vegetarian guests.

 

8. Cheesy Pizza Dip

Transform all the best flavors of a traditional sheet pizza into a delicious, cheesy dip. Love supreme pizzas? Add chopped peppers and black olives too! Serve this with toasted crostinis or crackers.

 

9. Caramel Apple Cheese Dip

Perfect for fall, this dip combines tart apples, sweet caramel sauce and salty cheese to create a mouthwatering dessert. Serve with buttery Ritz crackers.

 

10. Spicy Maple Cinnamon Hot Chocolate

Nothing quite hits the spot on a cold night like a steaming mug of sweet hot chocolate, right? Prepare this recipe on the stove, then keep warm either in a slow cooker or insulated thermos!

 

 

Make your next backyard bonfire extra special with a few of these belly-filling recipes! Don’t forget to head to your local Sparkle Market first for all the quality ingredients you need before you prepare your snacks.