Christmas Light Fruit Skewers (Printable)

Festive fruit skewers arranged as colorful Christmas lights for a healthy, fun holiday treat.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit

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

→ Extras

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

→ Optional Decoration

08 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish

# Steps:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bright, colorful fruit makes for a festive and healthy holiday snack.
  • Quick and easy to assemble with no cooking required.
  • Perfect for gatherings or as a fun family activity.
  • Fits vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets.
02 -
  • Cut skewers to a manageable size if using wooden ones for easier handling.
  • Keep fruit dry to avoid slipping off the skewers.
  • Use mini marshmallows to create a sturdy, edible base that holds the fruit securely.
  • Serve immediately for optimal freshness and visual appeal.
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