Save Festive and fun, these sweet skewers feature banana, strawberry, and a touch of chocolate to create adorable Santa-inspired treats—perfect for holiday appetizers or healthy snacks.
Ingredients
- Fruit: 2 large bananas, 12 medium strawberries
- Decoration: 24 mini chocolate chips (for eyes), 2 tablespoons white chocolate or vanilla frosting (for beard and pom-pom), 12 mini marshmallows (for hat)
- Other: 12 wooden skewers or cocktail sticks
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Peel the bananas and slice into 12 equal rounds, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Step 2:
- Wash and hull the strawberries.
- Step 3:
- Thread one banana slice onto each skewer, followed by a strawberry (pointy end up) to resemble Santas hat.
- Step 4:
- Use a small dab of melted white chocolate or frosting to stick a mini marshmallow onto the tip of each strawberry, creating the pom-pom.
- Step 5:
- Using a toothpick, apply a small amount of white chocolate or frosting below the banana slice for Santas beard.
- Step 6:
- Gently press two mini chocolate chips into each banana slice to form Santas eyes.
- Step 7:
- Place the finished skewers on a serving platter and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save Notes
Serve immediately for best freshness, as bananas may brown over time.
Required Tools
Knife, Cutting board, Wooden skewers or cocktail sticks, Toothpick (for decorating)
Allergen Information
Contains banana (latex allergy risk), chocolate (may contain milk/soy), and marshmallows (may contain gelatin or egg). Double-check all ingredient labels for allergens if serving guests with dietary restrictions.
Save These Banana Strawberry Santa Skewers bring festive delight and are simple to prepare for any occasion.
Kitchen Guide
- → How do I assemble the skewers?
Start by threading a banana slice, followed by a strawberry with the pointy end facing up. Decorate with marshmallows and chocolate as eyes and beard details using frosting.
- → Can I make a vegan version?
Yes, substitute dairy-free white chocolate or frosting and use vegan marshmallows to keep it plant-based.
- → What tools are needed for decoration?
A toothpick works well for applying frosting details like the beard and for attaching marshmallows on the strawberries.
- → How should I store the skewers before serving?
Place the finished skewers in the refrigerator to keep the fruit fresh and maintain the decorations until ready to serve.
- → How can I prevent bananas from browning?
Serve soon after assembling or refrigerate promptly. Optionally, a light lemon juice coating on banana slices may slow browning.