What is Pudgie Pie?
Unlike its name, pudgie pie is not a traditional pie. Instead, it is a sandwich that you can make over the campfire using a pie iron. Typically, a pudgie pie is a camping essential. No camping trip is considered complete without this meal. Do you know why? Because it is not only delicious, but it is also really easy to make one. All you need is your sandwich ingredients and a simple pie iron that you can stick into the fire, and here you go. Your favorite camping snack is ready!
Let’s take a look at how to make pudgie pie and what tools do you need to make different types of pudgie pie to satisfy your cravings as you go camping.
What Tools Do You Need?
To make pudgie pie, all you need is a pie iron. Pie iron is usually made up of iron cast or aluminum and comes with steel and wood handles so that you can easily hold it over the fire. You can easily in different shapes and sizes. You can also find pie iron for different purposes such as making Panini and hot dog and brats. If you are not sure which one to buy, here are a few recommendations that can help you make the right choice.
Square Pudgie Pie Maker
For square pudgie pie, you can go for Coghlan’s Camp Cooker.
The square pudgie pie makers work great for creating all of your traditional sandwiches like grilled cheese as well as things such as a pizza made with pizza sauce, mozerela cheese and pepperoni.
Round Pudgie Pie Maker
For round pudgie pies, the Old Mountain Pre Seasonned Round Pie Iron is a great choice.
This round shape is great if you have round buns such as hamburger buns that you would like to make into a pudgie pie sandwich.
Pudgie Pie Maker for Hamburgers
Although the round one above is great for making a pudgie pie sandwich out of hamburger buns, if you want to actually cook a hamburger then the Rome’s Griller is the pudgie pie make for you.
This gives you a great way to cook burgers, salmon patties and crab cakes over a campfire without the hassles of using a large grill grate. The slotted cast iron cavity simulates grilling on a grate and allows excess fat to drip from the meat.
Pudgie Pie Maker for Hot Dogs & Brats
If you are more into hot dogs and brats then the Rome’s Dog ‘n Brat Cooker will do the job.
This one allows you to roast either hot dogs or brats over the open fire. And with the unique design you can cook up to 3 a time so no long waits to feed the whole crew.
Panini Pudgie Pie Maker
Finally if a Panini is your choice of sandwich style then there is a pudgie pie maker for that too – the Rome’s Panini Press Cooker.
This pudgie pie maker is designed to make delicious grilled Italian Panini sandwiches and makes them with ease and style.
How to Make Pudgie Pie?
Now that you already know about the tools, its time to learn how to make pudgie pie. Here is a step by step guide that will help you make the pie of your choice.
Step 1 – Set Up the Fire
Setting up the fire is your first step as you plan to make a pudgie pie. Although you will set up campfire towards the end of the day but if you want to have your sandwiches for breakfast or during the day, then you will need to set up campfire a little earlier.
Step 2 – Get Your Ingredients Ready
For making pudgie pie, you need a few ingredients depending upon your choice and preference. But regardless of what type of filling you choose, you will need
Bread,
Butter,
And filling (you can choose from numerous recipe ideas for making pudgie pie ranging from simple Nutella pudgie pie to more complex Chicken Alfredo pie)
Step 3 – Start Assembling Your Pie
Just like a simple sandwich, you will need two slices of bread for each pie. Now spread butter on one side of a slice.
Place the buttered side of the bread in the pie iron.
Add the filling of your choice.
Place the other slice on top of the filling.
Close the iron pie and squeeze the handles.
Step 4 – Place Your Pie Iron on to the Fire and ENJOY!
Place the pie iron on to campfire for a while. Make sure you keep turning the mold so that your pudgie pie does not burn. In a few minutes, your bread will be toasted, and your yummy pudgie pie would be ready to serve.
Bottom Line
Pudgie pie is a simple and delicious meal you can enjoy with your family as you go for camping. While it is a healthy meal, it is also one of the best activities you can enjoy with your friends and family as you camping.
