Campfire Cheeseburger Hobo Packets (Printable)
Cheeseburger patties and seasoned veggies cooked in foil packets over a campfire for a hearty outdoor meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend preferred)
→ Vegetables
02 - 2 medium russet potatoes, thinly sliced
03 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1 green bell pepper, sliced
05 - 1 cup sliced mushrooms
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
→ Dairy
07 - 4 slices cheddar cheese
→ Pantry & Condiments
08 - 2 tbsp ketchup
09 - 2 tbsp yellow mustard
10 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional)
11 - 2 tbsp olive oil
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
13 - 1 tsp garlic powder
14 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
→ To Serve
15 - 4 hamburger buns (optional)
# How To Make It:
01 - Build a campfire with hot coals or preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
02 - In a large bowl, combine ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Mix gently, then divide into 4 equal portions and shape into flat, even patties.
03 - Lay out 4 large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Drizzle the center of each sheet with olive oil to prevent sticking.
04 - Arrange sliced potatoes in the center of each foil sheet. Layer with red onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes. Season the vegetables with salt and pepper.
05 - Place one seasoned beef patty on top of each vegetable pile. Drizzle each patty with ketchup and yellow mustard.
06 - Fold the foil tightly around the contents, crimping the edges to form fully sealed packets that trap steam during cooking.
07 - Place the sealed packets directly on hot coals or grill grates. Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the potatoes are tender and the beef is cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F.
08 - Carefully open each packet, watching for hot steam. Place a slice of cheddar cheese over each patty and reseal the foil. Let rest for 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts.
09 - Serve hot directly from the packet or transfer to hamburger buns. Offer additional ketchup, mustard, or mayonnaise on the side.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Zero dishes to wash afterwards because everything cooks right inside the foil and you eat straight from the packet.
- The layered stacking means every bite has beef, melted cheese, and perfectly seasoned vegetables all at once.
02 -
- Thin potato slices are non negotiable because thick ones will still be crunchy when the burger is already done.
- Resist the urge to peek early because every time you open the foil, you lose the steam that cooks everything evenly.
03 -
- A dash of Worcestershire sauce mixed into the beef adds a savory depth that makes people ask what your secret ingredient is.
- Use two layers of foil if yours is thin, because a ripped packet means lost juices and a dry dinner.