Colorful Caterpillar Fruit Skewers (Print View)

Vibrant skewers of assorted fruits arranged as caterpillars on a cookie crumb path.

# Components:

→ Fruit

01 - 16 large green grapes
02 - 16 large red grapes
03 - 16 blueberries
04 - 8 large hulled strawberries
05 - 1 banana, sliced into 8 thick rounds
06 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced into 8 thick rounds

→ Decoration and Track

07 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
08 - 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (optional)
09 - 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs (use gluten-free if needed)

→ Assembly

10 - 8 wooden skewers

# Directions:

01 - Wash and dry all fruit thoroughly.
02 - Thread fruit onto each skewer in desired order, starting with a strawberry or banana slice as the head, followed by grapes, kiwi, and blueberries to form the body.
03 - Apply a small amount of honey or maple syrup onto the head fruit and affix two mini chocolate chips for eyes.
04 - Spread chocolate cookie crumbs in a winding path on a serving tray to represent a caterpillar track.
05 - Place assembled skewers along the cookie crumb track for presentation. Serve immediately or refrigerate, consuming within a few hours to maintain freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fun and engaging for kids
  • Healthy and customizable snack option
02 -
  • Use any favorite fruits such as melon balls, mango, or pineapple chunks.
  • For a dairy-free version omit chocolate chips or use dairy-free alternatives.
03 -
  • Use a sharp knife to slice fruit evenly for easier skewering
  • Chilling the skewers before serving enhances freshness and taste
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