Colorful Caterpillar Fruit Snack (Printable Version)

A fun, vibrant fruit skewer arrangement shaped like caterpillars on a chocolate crumb trail.

# Components:

→ Fruit

01 - 16 large green grapes
02 - 16 large red grapes
03 - 16 blueberries
04 - 8 large strawberries, hulled
05 - 1 banana, sliced into 8 thick rounds
06 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced into 8 thick rounds

→ Decoration & Track

07 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (for eyes)
08 - 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (optional, for adhering eyes)
09 - 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs (use gluten-free cookies if necessary)

→ Assembly

10 - 8 wooden skewers

# Preparation steps:

01 - Wash and dry all fruit thoroughly.
02 - Thread fruit onto each skewer in desired order to form a caterpillar shape, starting with a strawberry or banana round as the head followed by grapes, kiwi, and blueberries as the body.
03 - Apply a small amount of honey or maple syrup to the head fruit and press two mini chocolate chips to create eyes.
04 - Spread chocolate cookie crumbs on a serving tray in a winding path to mimic a track.
05 - Place the caterpillar skewers along the cookie crumb track for a playful presentation.
06 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate; consume within a few hours to maintain freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Colorful and fun for kids
  • Healthy and customizable fruit snack
02 -
  • Use any favorite fruits, such as melon balls, mango, or pineapple chunks.
  • For a dairy-free version, omit chocolate chips or use dairy-free alternatives.
03 -
  • Use fresh firm fruit for easy threading and best shape retention.
  • Chill skewers slightly before serving to keep fruit fresh and eyes firmly attached.
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