Christmas Light Fruit Skewers (Printer View)

Bright fruit skewers with grapes, berries, and pineapple create a festive holiday snack with fresh, vivid flavors.

# What you'll need:

→ Fruit

01 - 12 large green grapes
02 - 12 large red grapes
03 - 12 strawberries, hulled
04 - 12 pineapple chunks, cut into oval bulb shapes
05 - 12 blueberries

→ Extras

06 - 12 pretzel sticks or thin wooden skewers, about 13 cm each
07 - 60 ml (1/4 cup) mini marshmallows

→ Optional Decoration

08 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish

# Method:

01 - Wash and thoroughly dry all fruit to ensure freshness and prevent slipping on skewers.
02 - Cut pineapple into oval or teardrop shapes to mimic Christmas light bulbs.
03 - Hull strawberries and trim them to a similar bulb shape if necessary.
04 - Thread one mini marshmallow onto the bottom of each pretzel stick or skewer to create the base of the Christmas light.
05 - Slide one piece of fruit—grape, strawberry, pineapple, or blueberry—onto each stick, resting it against the marshmallow base.
06 - Repeat threading different fruit pieces on skewers to simulate a string of multicolored lights.
07 - Arrange skewers on a serving platter in a festive pattern and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
08 - Serve immediately to enjoy optimal freshness and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy and quick to assemble with no cooking required.
  • Healthy, fresh fruit perfect for any holiday table.
  • Fun, eye-catching presentation that delights kids and adults alike.
  • Vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free friendly.
02 -
  • Choose firm, ripe fruit for easy threading and best flavor.
  • Ensure fruit pieces are dry to prevent slipping on skewers.
  • Use mini marshmallows to securely anchor the fruit and add a fun base.
  • Drizzle with melted dark chocolate for a rich holiday twist.
  • Cut wooden skewers to 5 inches for better kid-friendly handling.
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