Save to Pinterest A playful, colorful fruit snack featuring skewered fruit caterpillars winding along a cookie crumb track—perfect for kids parties or healthy treats.
I enjoy making these fruit skewers with my family because they are fun to assemble and kids love the playful design.
Ingredients
- Fruit: 16 large green grapes, 16 large red grapes, 16 blueberries, 8 large strawberries hulled, 1 banana sliced into 8 thick rounds, 1 kiwi peeled and sliced into 8 thick rounds
- Decoration & Track: 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (for eyes), 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (optional for sticking eyes), 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs (use gluten-free cookies if needed)
- Assembly: 8 wooden skewers
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry all fruit thoroughly.
- Step 2:
- Thread fruit onto each skewer in desired order to create a caterpillar shape (e.g., start with a strawberry or banana round as the head, followed by grapes, kiwi, and blueberries as the body).
- Step 3:
- To make eyes, dab a small amount of honey or maple syrup onto the head fruit and stick on two mini chocolate chips.
- Step 4:
- Arrange the chocolate cookie crumbs on a serving tray in a winding path to resemble a track.
- Step 5:
- Place the finished caterpillar skewers along the track for a fun presentation.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve (consume within a few hours for best freshness).
Save to Pinterest Making these skewers is a special activity that always brings smiles and laughter during family gatherings.
Required Tools
Sharp knife Cutting board Wooden skewers Serving tray Small bowl (for honey maple syrup)
Allergen Information
Contains Chocolate (may contain dairy soy) check cookie crumbs for gluten and other allergens If using gluten-free cookies and allergy-friendly chocolate this recipe can be allergy-friendly Always check individual ingredient labels
Nutritional Information
Calories 85 Total Fat 2 g Carbohydrates 19 g Protein 1 g per skewer estimated
Save to Pinterest This recipe is a delightful and easy way to enjoy fruit creatively in any season.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What fruits work best for these skewers?
Firm and ripe fruits such as grapes, strawberries, kiwi, banana, and blueberries hold well on skewers and provide vibrant colors.
- → How can I make the eyes stick to the fruit?
Use a small dab of honey or maple syrup to attach mini chocolate chips onto the fruit’s surface securely.
- → Can I prepare these ahead of time?
Assemble the skewers and arrange on the chocolate crumb track shortly before serving to maintain freshness and appearance.
- → Are there gluten-free options for the track?
Yes, substitute regular cookie crumbs with gluten-free cookie crumbs to accommodate dietary needs.
- → What tools are needed for assembly?
A sharp knife, cutting board, wooden skewers, serving tray, and a small bowl for honey or syrup will help streamline preparation.