Save A fun and healthy holiday snack featuring fresh strawberries, bananas, and marshmallows assembled on sticks to resemble Santa hats perfect for kids and festive gatherings.
This treat always delights my family during the holidays and brings smiles all around.
Ingredients
- Fresh Fruit: 8 large strawberries hulled, 2 ripe bananas peeled and sliced into 16 thick rounds
- Additional: 8 large marshmallows, 8 mini marshmallows
- Optional: 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips melted (for eyes), 8 wooden skewers
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Slice bananas into thick rounds Set aside
- Step 2:
- Wash and hull strawberries removing the green tops
- Step 3:
- For each stick thread one banana slice onto a skewer followed by a large marshmallow another banana slice and finally a strawberry (tip up to resemble a Santa hat)
- Step 4:
- Top each strawberry with a mini marshmallow to create the pom-pom of Santas hat
- Step 5:
- Optional Use a toothpick to dot on melted dark chocolate for Santas eyes
- Step 6:
- Arrange the finished sticks on a platter and serve immediately
Save My kids love assembling these sticks and getting creative with decorating each Santa hat.
Required Tools
Sharp knife Cutting board Wooden skewers Optional Toothpick (for chocolate detailing)
Allergen Information
Contains marshmallows (may include gelatin or traces of egg/milk check packaging for allergens) Gluten-free if gluten-free marshmallows are used Always double-check ingredient labels for potential allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 68 Total Fat 0.3 g Carbohydrates 17 g Protein 1 g per serving
Save Enjoy these festive treats fresh for the best taste and texture every holiday season.
Recipe FAQs
- → What ingredients are used for the fruit skewers?
Fresh strawberries and banana slices are combined with large and mini marshmallows to create the colorful sticks.
- → How do you assemble the festive sticks?
Slice bananas thickly, thread onto skewers with marshmallows and strawberries positioned tip up to resemble hats, topping each with a mini marshmallow.
- → Can these treats be made vegan?
Yes, by substituting with vegan marshmallows, the skewers remain suitable for a plant-based diet.
- → Is any cooking required for these snacks?
No cooking is needed—assembly only, making it a quick and easy option.
- → What optional touches can enhance the appearance?
Melted dark chocolate can be used with a toothpick to add eyes for a fun, festive touch.
- → Are these snacks suitable for gluten-free diets?
Yes, using gluten-free marshmallows ensures the sticks are gluten-free friendly.