Save A fun and healthy holiday snack featuring fresh strawberries, bananas, and marshmallows assembled on sticks to resemble Santa hats perfect for kids and festive gatherings.
This recipe brings joy to my family every holiday season with its simplicity and festive look
Ingredients
- Fresh Fruit: 8 large strawberries hulled, 2 ripe bananas peeled and sliced into 16 thick rounds
- Additional: 8 large marshmallows, 8 mini marshmallows
- Optional: 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips melted (for eyes), 8 wooden skewers
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Slice bananas into thick rounds Set aside
- Step 2:
- Wash and hull strawberries removing the green tops
- Step 3:
- For each stick thread one banana slice onto a skewer followed by a large marshmallow another banana slice and finally a strawberry (tip up to resemble a Santa hat)
- Step 4:
- Top each strawberry with a mini marshmallow to create the pom-pom of Santas hat
- Step 5:
- Optional Use a toothpick to dot on melted dark chocolate for Santas eyes
- Step 6:
- Arrange the finished sticks on a platter and serve immediately
Save Preparing these Santa Sticks always brings smiles and fun memories around our holiday table
Notes
For added sweetness lightly drizzle with honey or dust with powdered sugar Substitute strawberries with raspberries for variety Use vegan marshmallows if desired
Required Tools
Sharp knife Cutting board Wooden skewers Optional Toothpick (for chocolate detailing)
Allergen Information
Contains marshmallows (may include gelatin or traces of egg/milk check packaging for allergens) Gluten-free if gluten-free marshmallows are used Always double-check ingredient labels for potential allergens
Save These Santa Sticks make an easy and delightful addition to any holiday party table