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Fresh Caterpillar Fruit Kabobs

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These whimsical fruit kabobs are shaped like adorable caterpillars, making them a colorful, healthy, and fun snack for kids’ parties, picnics, or family gatherings. Quick to assemble and endlessly customizable, they’re a crowd-pleaser that brings smiles to any table.

Ingredients

  • Green grapes, washed and whole (seedless preferred)
  • Strawberries, hulled and sliced in half
  • Blueberries, washed and dried (optional)
  • Banana, peeled and sliced into thick rounds
  • Mini chocolate chips or raisins (for eyes)
  • Lemon juice (optional, to prevent bananas from browning)
  • Kiwi, peeled and cut into chunks (optional)
  • Melon balls (cantaloupe or honeydew, optional)
  • Seedless red grapes (optional)
  • Fresh mint leaves (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry all fruit: Rinse grapes, strawberries, blueberries, and any additional fruit under cool running water. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Prep the fruit: Slice strawberries in half lengthwise, cut bananas into thick rounds (about 1/2 inch), and peel/cut kiwi into bite-size pieces. Scoop melon balls if using.
  3. Prevent browning: Toss banana slices (and apple chunks, if using) lightly with a splash of lemon juice.
  4. Lay out your assembly station: Set up fruit bowls, skewers, and a clean cutting board.
  5. Start threading the body: Slide 4-6 green grapes onto each skewer for the caterpillar body. Alternate with blueberries or melon balls for extra color if desired.
  6. Add the head: Thread a strawberry half or banana round onto the end of the skewer for the caterpillar’s head.
  7. Attach the eyes: Dab a tiny bit of honey or nut butter on the head and press on mini chocolate chips or raisins for eyes.
  8. Garnish with mint: Tuck a mint leaf behind the head or sprinkle a few around the platter.
  9. Arrange and serve: Lay kabobs in neat rows on your serving platter. Add loose berries or mint leaves for presentation.
  10. Troubleshooting: Use thicker fruit pieces or shorter skewers if fruit slides off. Assemble everything but the eyes ahead of time and refrigerate; add eyes just before serving.

Notes

Use firm, seedless fruit for best results. Prep fruit ahead and assemble kabobs just before serving for freshest appearance. For vegan or nut-free, use raisins for eyes and honey for sticking. Get kids involved in assembly for extra fun. Avoid juicy fruits like watermelon to prevent soggy kabobs.

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