Strawberry Banana Santa Sticks (Printer-Friendly)

Fresh strawberries and bananas paired with marshmallows create a fun, healthy holiday treat.

# What You Need:

→ Fresh Fruit

01 - 8 large strawberries, hulled
02 - 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced into 16 thick rounds

→ Additional

03 - 8 large marshmallows
04 - 8 mini marshmallows

→ Optional

05 - 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips, melted (for eyes)
06 - 8 wooden skewers

# Directions:

01 - Slice bananas into thick rounds and set aside.
02 - Wash and hull strawberries, removing green tops.
03 - Thread one banana slice onto a skewer, followed by a large marshmallow, another banana slice, and finish with a strawberry positioned tip up to resemble a Santa hat.
04 - Top each strawberry with a mini marshmallow to create the pom-pom effect.
05 - Use a toothpick to dot melted dark chocolate chips for Santa's eyes.
06 - Arrange the sticks on a platter and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Healthy and fun snack for kids
  • Easy and quick to prepare
02 -
  • Use fresh fruit for the best taste and texture
  • Gluten-free marshmallows keep this recipe safe for gluten-sensitive individuals
03 -
  • Use ripe but firm bananas to hold their shape better
  • Chill the sticks before serving for extra refreshing taste
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