Save It A playful and healthy snack featuring juicy strawberries, banana slices, and grapes, perfect for kids and festive gatherings.
This snack always brings smiles at our family gatherings and is a fun way to get kids to enjoy fresh fruit.
Ingredients
- Fruit: 12 large strawberries hulled, 1 large banana sliced into 12 rounds, 12 green grapes washed
- Dairy (optional for decoration): 2 tablespoons cream cheese or Greek yogurt
- Extras: 12 small pretzel sticks or wooden toothpicks
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and prepare the fruit hull the strawberries slice the banana and wash the grapes
- Step 2:
- Spread a small dab of cream cheese or Greek yogurt on one side of each banana slice if desired (helps keep fruit in place)
- Step 3:
- Skewer a grape onto the end of a pretzel stick or toothpick to form the pom-pom of the elf hat
- Step 4:
- Add a banana slice beneath the grape then finish with a strawberry (pointed end up) for the hat
- Step 5:
- Arrange the skewers on a serving plate and serve immediately
Save It This snack is perfect for sharing during family parties and brings everyone together with its vibrant colors.
Required Tools
Cutting board Knife Toothpicks or small pretzel sticks Serving plate
Allergen Information
Contains milk if using cream cheese or yogurt Contains gluten if using pretzel sticks use gluten-free pretzels for a gluten-free snack Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 32 Total Fat 0.3 g Carbohydrates 7.5 g Protein 0.5 g per skewer
Save It These elf hat strawberry skewers add a festive touch to any occasion and encourage healthy snacking in a fun way.
Common Questions About Recipes
- → What fruits are used in the skewers?
Fresh strawberries, banana slices, and green grapes are combined for vibrant flavors and colors.
- → How can I keep the banana slices from browning?
Lightly brushing the banana slices with lemon juice helps maintain their fresh appearance.
- → Are there alternatives to pretzel sticks?
You can use wooden toothpicks or gluten-free pretzel sticks to suit dietary preferences.
- → Can I make these dairy-free?
Yes, simply omit the cream cheese or yogurt used for decoration to keep it dairy-free.
- → Is there a way to vary the grape topping?
Blueberries can replace grapes for a different color and flavor profile.
- → How should these skewers be served?
Arrange them on a serving plate and enjoy immediately for best freshness and appearance.