Penguin Fruit Skewer Army

A fun, healthy, and colorful snack featuring fresh fruit arranged to resemble a playful army of penguins. Perfect for kids parties or as a creative treat for any occasion.

This snack is always a hit at family gatherings and kids can help assemble their own penguins which makes it even more special.

Ingredients

• Fruit: 12 large seedless black grapes (penguin bodies), 12 medium strawberries (penguin bellies), 12 small mandarin orange segments (penguin feet), 12 blueberries (penguin heads), 1 small banana sliced into 12 thick rounds (to secure on skewers)
• Decorations: 24 mini chocolate chips or black sesame seeds (eyes), 12 small carrot triangles (beaks optional)
• Tools & Assembly: 12 wooden skewers (6-inch), 1 tablespoon honey or nut butter (for gluing decorations optional)

Instructions

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Step 1:

Wash and dry all fruit thoroughly.

Step 2:

Slice a small flat section off each grape and strawberry so they can sit flush together on the skewer.

Step 3:

Thread a banana slice onto the bottom of each skewer as a base.

Step 4:

Add a mandarin orange segment above the banana to create feet.

Step 5:

Push on a grape for the penguins body.

Step 6:

Place a strawberry flat side facing the grape to form the penguin belly.

Step 7:

Top with a blueberry for the head.

Step 8:

Using a dab of honey or nut butter attach two mini chocolate chips or sesame seeds as eyes on each blueberry.

Step 9:

Insert a small carrot triangle or orange sprinkle as a beak below the eyes.

Step 10:

Arrange all skewers upright on a platter to create your Penguin Fruit Skewer Army.

Mount paper towels nearby for quick cleanup of spills, grease, and messes while cooking and prepping meals.

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Mount paper towels nearby for quick cleanup of spills, grease, and messes while cooking and prepping meals.

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We always enjoy making these together as a family especially when my children get creative with decorations.

Required Tools

12 wooden skewers, Paring knife, Small spoon for honey or nut butter, Cutting board

Allergen Information

Contains banana and possible traces of nuts if nut butter is used. May contain dairy if served with yogurt dip. Always check labels for potential allergens and cross-contamination.

Nutritional Information

Per serving per skewer: Calories 45, Total Fat 0.3 g, Carbohydrates 11 g, Protein 0.7 g

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This tasty treat is sure to brighten any table and delight guests of all ages.

Your Questions Answered

→ What fruits are used to create the penguin shapes?

Grapes form the bodies, strawberries the bellies, mandarin segments the feet, blueberries the heads, and banana slices act as a base on each skewer.

→ How are the eyes and beaks made for the fruit penguins?

Mini chocolate chips or black sesame seeds serve as eyes, attached with honey or nut butter, while small carrot triangles or orange sprinkles form the beaks.

→ Can the fruits be substituted for allergies or seasonality?

Yes, suitable swaps include kiwi for the belly and apple slices for the feet, adapting to preferences and availability.

→ Is any cooking required for this snack?

No cooking is necessary; the treat is assembled fresh with raw fruit and simple decorations, ready in about 20 minutes.

→ What tools are needed to assemble these skewers?

You'll need wooden skewers, a paring knife to slice fruit, a cutting board, and optionally a small spoon for applying honey or nut butter.