Let’s assemble and cook these fun outdoor desserts:

1. Prepare Heat Source:

• Grill: Preheat your grill to approximately 350°F (175°C), setting it up for indirect heat if possible (placing packets around edges, not directly over high flames).
• Campfire: Build a fire and allow it to burn down to nice hot coals (at least 2-3 inches deep). Place a sturdy cooking grate securely over the coals.

2. Prepare Apple Filling:

• Using a large mixing bowl, toss together the thinly sliced apples, 3 tbsp packed light brown sugar, 1 tbsp granulated sugar, and 2 tsp apple pie spice until the apples are evenly coated. Set aside.

3. Prepare Crisp Topping:

• Using a medium mixing bowl, stir together the all-purpose flour, ¾ cup packed light brown sugar, quick oats, and ½ tsp apple pie spice.
• Pour in the melted salted butter and stir until the mixture is crumbly and well combined. Set aside.

4. Assemble Foil Packets:

• Tear off 6 sections of heavy-duty aluminum foil, each about 10×18 inches.
• Place one foil section shiny-side down (dull side facing up, where food goes). Scoop about 1 cup of the apple filling onto the center of the foil.
• Scoop about ½ cup of the crisp topping mixture evenly over the apple filling.
• To seal: Bring the two long sides of the foil up together above the filling. Fold the edges down together several times (creating about a 1/2-inch fold), sealing it tightly but leaving some air space inside above the food. Fold the short ends inwards towards the center several times, sealing them tightly as well. Ensure the packet is well sealed to trap steam.
• Repeat to create 6 packets.

5. Cook the Packets:

• Grill: Place the sealed packets on the grill, preferably around the edges or over indirect heat, not directly over intense flames. Close the grill lid.
• Campfire: Carefully place the sealed packets directly onto the cooking grate positioned over the hot coals.
• Cook for approximately 20 minutes. Cooking time may vary depending on the heat intensity of your grill/fire and apple thickness. The apples should be tender and the topping cooked.

6. Rest and Serve:

• Carefully remove the hot packets from the grill or campfire using tongs or heat-resistant gloves.
• Let the packets rest unopened for 5–10 minutes. This allows the contents to finish cooking and slightly cool, reducing the risk of steam burns.
• VERY CAREFULLY open the foil packets, pointing the opening away from your face to allow steam to escape safely.
• Top the warm apple crisp inside the packet (or scooped into a bowl) with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sundae topping, if desired. Enjoy immediately!

Be extremely careful when handling and opening hot foil packets