Every year, I look for quick and healthy snacks that still feel festive for our 4th of July celebration.
These American Flag Fruit Skewers are one of my favorites, they’re fresh, fun to assemble, and always a hit with guests of all ages.
Plus, they make for the cutest patriotic display on your table.
Ingredients
- 7 wooden skewer sticks
- 17 strawberry halves (about 9 strawberries, halved)
- 17 banana chunks (about 2 bananas, cut into thick slices)
- 24 fresh blueberries
- 1 cutting board or platter for serving
How to Make Them
Step 1: Prep the Fruit
Start by washing your strawberries and blueberries. Cut the strawberries in half and slice the bananas into chunky pieces, about 1 to 1.5 inches thick.
Step 2: Assemble the “Stripe” Skewers
Take 3 of the skewers and thread them in this order:
- Strawberry
- Banana
- Strawberry
- Banana
- Strawberry
- Banana
These will form the longer “stripes” of your flag.
Step 3: Assemble the “Stars and Stripes” Skewers
For the remaining 4 skewers, follow this pattern:
- Strawberry
- Banana
- Strawberry
- Banana
- Then thread 6 blueberries onto the bottom of each of these skewers.
These will create the blue “stars” portion of the flag when arranged together.
Step 4: Arrange on Your Board
Place the 4 blueberry-topped skewers in the top left corner of your cutting board or platter. Line up the other 3 skewers beside them to complete the flag look. The red, white, and blue color scheme really pops once it’s all laid out.
Tips
- Use ripe but firm fruit so it stays on the skewers without falling apart.
- Brush the bananas with a little lemon juice to help prevent browning if you’re making these ahead of time.
- Try alternating the fruit slightly if you want a more unique twist, or add a mini marshmallow in place of a banana for a fun treat.
Patriotic Fruit Skewers
These American Flag Fruit Skewers are such a fun way to celebrate the 4th of July without going overboard in the kitchen.
They’re healthy, easy to assemble, and look adorable on any patriotic party spread.
Whether you're hosting a barbecue or just looking for a festive snack, these are sure to impress your guests!
American Flag Fruit Skewers
These American Flag Fruit Skewers are one of my favorites, they’re fresh, fun to assemble, and always a hit with guests of all ages.
Ingredients
- 7 wooden skewer sticks
- 17 strawberry halves (about 9 strawberries, halved)
- 17 banana chunks (about 2 bananas, cut into thick slices)
- 24 fresh blueberries
- 1 cutting board or platter for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Fruit
Start by washing your strawberries and blueberries. Cut the strawberries in half and slice the bananas into chunky pieces, about 1 to 1.5 inches thick.
Step 2: Assemble the “Stripe” SkewersTake 3 of the skewers and thread them in this order:
- Strawberry
- Banana
- Strawberry
- Banana
- Strawberry
- Banana
These will form the longer “stripes” of your flag.
Step 3: Assemble the “Stars and Stripes” SkewersFor the remaining 4 skewers, follow this pattern:
- Strawberry
- Banana
- Strawberry
- Banana
- Then thread 6 blueberries onto the bottom of each of these skewers.
These will create the blue “stars” portion of the flag when arranged together.
Step 4: Arrange on Your Board
Place the 4 blueberry-topped skewers in the top left corner of your cutting board or platter. Line up the other 3 skewers beside them to complete the flag look. The red, white, and blue color scheme really pops once it’s all laid out.
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