Save A fun and healthy holiday snack featuring fresh strawberries, bananas, and marshmallows assembled on sticks to resemble Santa hats—perfect for kids and festive gatherings.
This is a festive treat my family always asks for during the holidays because it’s delicious and so simple to make.
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Ingredients
- Fresh Fruit: 8 large strawberries, hulled, 2 ripe bananas peeled and sliced into 16 thick rounds
- Additional: 8 large marshmallows, 8 mini marshmallows
- Optional: 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips melted (for eyes), 8 wooden skewers
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- Slice bananas into thick rounds. Set aside.
- Step 2:
- Wash and hull strawberries removing the green tops.
- Step 3:
- For each stick thread one banana slice onto a skewer followed by a large marshmallow another banana slice and finally a strawberry (tip up to resemble a Santa hat).
- Step 4:
- Top each strawberry with a mini marshmallow to create the pom-pom of Santas hat.
- Step 5:
- Optional Use a toothpick to dot on melted dark chocolate for Santas eyes.
- Step 6:
- Arrange the finished sticks on a platter and serve immediately.
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Notes
For added sweetness lightly drizzle with honey or dust with powdered sugar Substitute strawberries with raspberries for variety Use vegan marshmallows if desired
Required Tools
Sharp knife Cutting board Wooden skewers Optional Toothpick (for chocolate detailing)
Allergen Information
Contains marshmallows (may include gelatin or traces of egg/milk check packaging for allergens) Gluten-free if gluten-free marshmallows are used Always double-check ingredient labels for potential allergens
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These Santa sticks are sure to brighten any holiday party and bring smiles to all ages.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I assemble the fruit and marshmallow sticks?
Thread a banana slice, a large marshmallow, another banana slice, and finish with a strawberry tip-up. Top each strawberry with a mini marshmallow to mimic a Santa hat pom-pom.
- → Can I substitute any ingredients?
Yes, raspberries can replace strawberries, and vegan marshmallows are suitable for dietary preferences.
- → How can I add extra sweetness to the sticks?
Lightly drizzle honey or sprinkle powdered sugar over the assembled sticks for added sweetness.
- → Are these sticks suitable for gluten-free diets?
Yes, provided gluten-free marshmallows are used, this snack remains gluten-free.
- → What tools are needed for preparation?
A sharp knife, cutting board, wooden skewers, and optionally a toothpick for chocolate detailing are recommended.
