Pin Recipe 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 always brings smiles to children and adults alike at our family gatherings
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.
Pin Recipe My kids love building these skewers and imagining a space adventure as we snack together
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
Pin Recipe These rocket ship fruit skewers add a playful touch to any snack time or party spread
Recipe FAQs
- → What fruits are used for the skewers?
Strawberries, pineapple chunks, green grapes, blueberries, and sliced bananas make up the colorful components.
- → How long does preparation take?
About 15 minutes total, as no cooking is required—just washing, slicing, and assembling.
- → Can I substitute other fruits?
Yes, use firm and colorful fruits like melon or mango for variety and seasonal changes.
- → Are wooden skewers necessary?
Wooden skewers around 8–10 inches are ideal for easy assembly and hand-held enjoyment.
- → Is this suitable for special diets?
These skewers are vegetarian, gluten-free, and low in calories, making them a healthy choice.
- → Any allergen considerations?
Check for latex-fruit allergies due to banana; otherwise, no major allergens are present.