Magic Marshmallow Puff Cinnabursts (Easy Pie Iron Camping Dessert)
Camping has never been tastier! We love using our pie iron to create delectable camping treats, but our tastebuds weren’t prepared for these amazing Cinnabursts!
Whether you call them Cinnabursts or Magic Marshmallow Puffs, they’re golden biscuit pockets filled with buttery, cinnamon-sugar–coated marshmallows that completely vanish during cooking — leaving behind a burst of cinnamon sweetness in every bite.
We love cooking these the old-fashioned way, by wrapping them on a stick and roasting over the fire, but we usually lose one or two in the process.
So we opted to try the pie iron method — and oh my, they are so delicious it’s now a requirement when we camp! The kids prefer to call them “Magic Marshmallow Puffs” because the marshmallow completely dissolves inside.
💖 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Minimal ingredients — just 5 pantry staples and a pie iron.
- Fun for kids — watching the marshmallow vanish is pure camping magic.
- Versatile — make them over the campfire, on a backyard grill, or even in the oven.
- Quick — ready in just 7–10 minutes.
🛒 Ingredient Notes
- Biscuits or Crescent Rolls – Pillsbury or store brand work great. Biscuits are fluffier, crescents are lighter and flakier.
- Marshmallows – Cheaper isn’t better here. Kraft works best; other brands don’t melt completely.
- Butter – Softened, so it coats the marshmallow easily.
- Cinnamon-Sugar Mix – Classic ratio is 1/4 cup sugar to 1 tsp cinnamon.
- Pie Iron – Cast iron gives the best heat retention and even cooking.
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👩🍳 How to Make Magic Marshmallow Puff Cinnabursts
- Preheat your pie iron over a hot campfire or grill.
- Flatten biscuit or crescent dough to fit one side of the pie iron (you may need 2 biscuits per side).
- Coat 4 marshmallows with softened butter, then roll them in cinnamon sugar.
- Place coated marshmallows on the flattened dough in the pie iron.
- Top with another flattened piece of dough and close the pie iron securely.
- Roast over hot coals, turning occasionally, for 7–10 minutes depending on heat. Avoid direct flames to prevent burning.
- Carefully remove from the pie iron and enjoy — filling will be very hot!
💸 Budget101® Price Breakdown
| Ingredient | Amount Used | Package Size | Full Cost | Used Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated Biscuits | 8 biscuits | 16 oz (10 biscuits) | $1.78 | $1.42 |
| Marshmallows (Kraft) | 16 large | 10 oz (about 38) | $1.49 | $0.63 |
| Butter | 2 tbsp | 16 oz | $3.98 | $0.50 |
| Sugar | 1/4 cup | 4 lb | $2.28 | $0.07 |
| Cinnamon | 1 tsp | 2.37 oz | $1.12 | $0.03 |
| 🧾 Total Recipe Cost: | $2.65 | |||
| 👨👩👧👦 Cost Per Serving (8 servings): | $0.33 | |||
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these without a pie iron? Yes! Bake in a 375°F oven for 9–11 minutes or air fry at 350°F for 6–8 minutes.
Why did my marshmallow disappear? That’s the magic! It melts and seeps into the dough, creating that sweet, cinnamon-scented pocket.
💡 Expert Tips
- Preheat your pie iron for even cooking and to help prevent sticking.
- Spray the pie iron with nonstick spray before adding dough.
- Keep away from direct flame to avoid scorching the outside while the inside is still raw.
🎨 Recipe Variations & Substitutions
- Apple Pie Filling – Add a spoonful of apple pie filling along with the marshmallow for a fall twist.
- Chocolate Chip – Sprinkle mini chocolate chips inside before sealing.
- Pumpkin Spice – Replace cinnamon with pumpkin pie spice in autumn.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve fresh and warm around the campfire with mugs of hot cocoa.
- Top with a drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce for extra indulgence.
📦 Storage Tips
Best eaten immediately, but you can store cooled leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in a toaster oven or air fryer for best texture.
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Magic Marshmallow Puff Cinnabursts – Easy Pie Iron Camping Dessert
Equipment
- Pie iron (cast iron preferred)
- Campfire or grill with hot coals
- Tongs or heatproof gloves
- Nonstick spray (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 tube crescent rolls (Pillsbury or store brand)
- 16 large Kraft marshmallows
- 2 tbsp softened butter
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your pie iron over hot coals.
- Flatten a biscuit or crescent roll section to fit one side of the pie iron. You may need 2 biscuits per side.1 tube crescent rolls
- In a small dish, combine the sugar and cinnamon.1/4 cup sugar1 tsp cinnamon
- Roll each marshmallow in softened butter, then coat thoroughly in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.2 tbsp softened butter16 large Kraft marshmallows
- Place 2 coated marshmallows on the flattened dough in the pie iron.
- Top with another piece of flattened dough, sealing the edges if possible.
- Close the pie iron securely and cook over hot coals, turning occasionally, for 7–10 minutes or until golden brown.
- Carefully open the pie iron (filling will be hot) and enjoy immediately.
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Notes
Recipe Notes & Bonus Tips:
Best Marshmallows: Kraft brand melts the smoothest; cheaper marshmallows may not fully dissolve. No Pie Iron? Bake in a 375°F oven for 9–11 minutes or air fry at 350°F for 6–8 minutes. Flavor Twists: Add mini chocolate chips, apple pie filling, or swap cinnamon-sugar for pumpkin pie spice in the fall. Campfire Tip: Keep the pie iron away from direct flames to avoid burning the outside before the inside cooks. Serving Suggestion: Pair with hot cocoa or drizzle with caramel sauce for extra indulgence.If you altered the ingedients above by doubling or tripling the recipe, you may also need to change the pan/dish size and adjust the cooking/baking time.
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Does the pie iron need to be preheated or should it be cool or just warm to the touch? I always have trouble with mountain pies cause my dad insists they should be preheated but that just ends up burning the outside and cold in the middle. Ugh, I need to take a mountain pie home ec class lol.
Well now, that’s an interesting question, because when we start our pie irons are completely cold, then after the first one, they’re pretty damn hot and you have to be careful filling them. The second one always cooks a little bit faster. So I guess the answer is, it doesn’t really matter except that you need to alter your cooking time a little bit if your iron is Hot already.