Penguin Fruit Skewer Army (Printable Version)

Vibrant fruit skewers arranged to resemble playful penguins. A fun, healthy, and colorful snack for any occasion.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 12 large seedless black grapes
02 - 12 medium strawberries
03 - 12 small mandarin orange segments
04 - 12 blueberries
05 - 1 small banana, sliced into 12 thick rounds

→ Decorations

06 - 24 mini chocolate chips or black sesame seeds
07 - 12 small carrot triangles (optional)

→ Tools & Assembly

08 - 12 wooden skewers, 6 inches each
09 - 1 tablespoon honey or nut butter (optional)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Thoroughly wash and dry all fruit before use.
02 - Slice a small flat section off each grape and strawberry so they sit flush together on the skewer.
03 - Thread one banana slice onto the bottom of each skewer as a stable base.
04 - Place one mandarin orange segment above the banana slice to form the penguin's feet.
05 - Push one grape onto the skewer to represent the penguin's body.
06 - Place one strawberry with the flat side facing the grape to create the penguin’s belly.
07 - Top the skewer with one blueberry for the penguin's head.
08 - Using a small amount of honey or nut butter, affix two mini chocolate chips or sesame seeds onto each blueberry as eyes.
09 - Insert a small carrot triangle or orange sprinkle below the eyes to serve as the penguin’s beak.
10 - Arrange all assembled skewers upright on a serving platter to form the Penguin Fruit Skewer Army.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Healthy and colorful treat
  • Perfect for kids parties
02 -
  • Substitute fruits based on seasonality or allergies (eg kiwi for belly apple for feet)
  • For vegan option use maple syrup instead of honey
03 -
  • Use flat slices on grapes and strawberries to keep fruits stable on skewers
  • Serve with yogurt or chocolate dipping sauce for extra fun
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