Christmas Light Fruit Skewers (Printable)

Vibrant fruit skewers shaped like Christmas lights offer a colorful and fresh holiday treat.

# Ingredient List:

→ Fruit

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

→ Extras

06 - 12 pretzel sticks or thin wooden skewers (approximately 13 cm long)
07 - 60 ml mini marshmallows (approximately 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 necessary.
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 each stick, resting it against the marshmallow base.
06 - Repeat with different fruit colors along the sticks to resemble a string of multicolored Christmas 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 -
  • A festive, colorful appetizer perfect for holiday parties or as a healthy snack.
  • Easy to customize with your favorite fruits for a personalized touch.
  • Gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian, making it suitable for a variety of diets.
  • No cooking required; quick to assemble in just 20 minutes.
02 -
  • Use a sharp paring knife and cutting board for precise fruit shapes.
  • Ensure fruits are fully dried to prevent slipping on skewers.
  • Cut wooden skewers down to a manageable length for easier handling.
  • For gluten-free options, substitute pretzel sticks with gluten-free pretzels or wooden skewers.
  • Choose vegan mini marshmallows if avoiding gelatin.
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