Christmas Light Fruit Skewers (Printable)

Colorful fruit arranged in festive light shapes, perfect for healthy holiday snacks and gatherings.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 12 large green grapes
02 - 12 large red grapes
03 - 12 hulled strawberries
04 - 12 pineapple chunks shaped like oval bulbs
05 - 12 blueberries

→ Extras

06 - 12 pretzel sticks or thin wooden skewers, approximately 5 inches each
07 - 60 ml (1/4 cup) mini marshmallows

→ Optional Decoration

08 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish

# How-To Steps:

01 - Wash all fruit thoroughly and pat dry.
02 - Cut pineapple into oval or teardrop shapes resembling Christmas 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 light.
05 - Slide one piece of fruit—grape, strawberry, pineapple, or blueberry—onto each stick, resting it against the marshmallow.
06 - Repeat adding different fruit colors to each skewer to resemble a string of multicolored Christmas lights.
07 - Arrange the skewers on a serving platter in a festive pattern and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
08 - Serve immediately to maintain freshness and vibrant appearance.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Colorful, healthy fruits shaped like Christmas lights create a festive look.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes with no cooking required.
  • Perfect for all ages and dietary preferences—vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
02 -
  • Use a sharp paring knife and cutting board for easy shaping of fruit.
  • Arrange skewers in colorful patterns to enhance the festive look.
  • Consider cutting wooden skewers for better handling if preferred over pretzel sticks.
  • Always check ingredient labels to accommodate allergen concerns, especially gluten and gelatin.
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