Save It A fun and healthy snack inspired by space exploration, featuring colorful fruit pieces assembled into rocket ship shapes perfect for kids parties or a themed snack.
This recipe brings joy to family gatherings with its playful presentation and fresh taste.
Ingredients
- Fresh Fruit: 8 large strawberries (rocket tips), 1 cup pineapple chunks (rocket flames), 1 cup green grapes (rocket body), 1 cup blueberries (decorative windows), 1 banana, sliced thickly (rocket body)
- Additional: 8 wooden skewers (8–10 inches long)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash all fruit thoroughly and pat dry.
- Step 2:
- Cut the banana into thick slices, about 1/2 inch each.
- Step 3:
- To assemble each rocket, start by threading a pineapple chunk onto the bottom of the skewer (for the rockets flame).
- Step 4:
- Add 1–2 green grapes above the pineapple.
- Step 5:
- Place 1 banana slice above the grapes.
- Step 6:
- Add 1–2 blueberries as the decorative windows.
- Step 7:
- Top with a whole strawberry (point facing up) as the rocket tip.
- Step 8:
- Repeat with the remaining ingredients to create 8 rocket ship skewers.
- Step 9:
- Arrange skewers on a platter and serve immediately.
Save It Sharing these fruit skewers with my family always sparks smiles and lively conversation.
Notes
For extra fun, use star-shaped cookie cutters to cut melon or mango and add to the skewer Substitute any firm colorful fruits to suit the season or preference Serve with a side of yogurt dip for added flavor
Required Tools
Cutting board Paring knife Wooden skewers Serving platter
Nutritional Information
Calories 55 Total Fat 0 2 g Carbohydrates 14 g Protein 0 7 g
Save It Enjoy these colorful fruit rockets as a quick healthy snack that brings fun and nutrition together.
Common Questions About Recipes
- → Which fruits are best for making rocket ship skewers?
Firm, fresh fruits like strawberries, pineapple, green grapes, bananas, and blueberries hold well on skewers and provide vibrant colors.
- → Can I substitute fruits in these skewers?
Yes, you can replace any fruit with similarly firm, colorful options like melon cubes or mango slices to keep the shape and texture.
- → How should I prepare the fruits before assembling?
Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly, slice the banana into thick pieces, and keep other fruits whole or chunked for easy threading.
- → What is a creative way to enhance these skewers visually?
Using star-shaped cookie cutters on melon or mango pieces adds a fun decorative element to the skewers.
- → How long can these skewers be stored before serving?
For best freshness, assemble right before serving or keep covered in the refrigerator for up to a few hours.