Pin it 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.
I enjoy making these Santa sticks with my family every holiday season it's a creative and delicious treat that kids love assembling themselves.
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.
Pin it This recipe always brings smiles to our family gatherings and is a hit with kids who love the hands-on fun.
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.
Pin it These Santa sticks are a festive and simple treat sure to delight everyone at your holiday table.
Common Questions
- → How can I assemble the fruit and marshmallows on sticks?
Thread banana slices first, then a large marshmallow, followed by another banana slice, finishing with a strawberry tip facing up. Top the strawberry with a mini marshmallow for a festive look.
- → What alternatives can be used for marshmallows?
Vegan marshmallows are suitable substitutes to accommodate dietary preferences while maintaining the soft texture.
- → Can the chocolate chips be omitted or replaced?
Yes, the melted chocolate dots for eyes are optional, or you can use raisins or small fruit pieces for decoration.
- → How to store these sticks before serving?
Assemble shortly before serving to keep the fruit fresh and marshmallows soft, or store prepared components separately covered in the fridge.
- → Are these sticks suitable for gluten-free diets?
Yes, provided that gluten-free marshmallows are used, the entire snack remains gluten-free.