Save to Pinterest 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.
This is a delightful recipe I love preparing during the holiday season as it brings smiles to everyone.
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
- Peel Bananas:
- Peel the bananas and slice into 12 equal rounds, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Prepare Strawberries:
- Wash and hull the strawberries.
- Assemble Skewers:
- Thread one banana slice onto each skewer, followed by a strawberry (pointy end up) to resemble Santas hat.
- Add Pom-Pom:
- 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.
- Add Beard:
- Using a toothpick, apply a small amount of white chocolate or frosting below the banana slice for Santas beard.
- Add Eyes:
- Gently press two mini chocolate chips into each banana slice to form Santas eyes.
- Finish:
- Place the finished skewers on a serving platter and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save to Pinterest This recipe always brings joy to family gatherings, especially with children excited to eat their festive treats.
Required Tools
Knife, cutting board, wooden skewers or cocktail sticks, toothpick (for decorating)
Allergen Information
Contains banana (latex allergy risk), chocolate (may contain milk or soy), and marshmallows (may contain gelatin or egg). Double-check all ingredient labels for allergens if serving guests with dietary restrictions.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 53, Total Fat 1 g, Carbohydrates 12 g, Protein 1 g
Save to Pinterest These skewers add a festive touch to any party and are a healthy snack option everyone will enjoy.