Save A fun and healthy snack inspired by space exploration, featuring colorful fruit pieces assembled into rocket ship shapes perfect for kids parties or a themed snack.
I remember making these with my kids and watching their eyes light up as they built their own fruit rockets.
Ingredients
- Fresh Fruit: 8 large strawberries (rocket tips), 1 cup pineapple chunks (rocket flames), 1 cup green grapes (rocket body), 1 cup blueberries (decorative windows), 1 banana sliced thickly (rocket body)
- Additional: 8 wooden skewers (8–10 inches long)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash all fruit thoroughly and pat dry.
- Step 2:
- Cut the banana into thick slices, about 1/2 inch each.
- Step 3:
- To assemble each rocket, start by threading a pineapple chunk onto the bottom of the skewer (for the rockets flame).
- Step 4:
- Add 1–2 green grapes above the pineapple.
- Step 5:
- Place 1 banana slice above the grapes.
- Step 6:
- Add 1–2 blueberries as the decorative windows.
- Step 7:
- Top with a whole strawberry (point facing up) as the rocket tip.
- Step 8:
- Repeat with the remaining ingredients to create 8 rocket ship skewers.
- Step 9:
- Arrange skewers on a platter and serve immediately.
Save This recipe always brings joy to our family gatherings and is a fun way to encourage kids to eat fruit.
Notes
For extra fun use star-shaped cookie cutters to cut melon or mango and add to the skewer. Serve with a side of yogurt dip for added flavor.
Required Tools
Cutting board Paring knife Wooden skewers Serving platter
Allergen Information
Contains banana check for latex-fruit allergies. No major allergens however always check fruit packaging for cross-contamination warnings.
Save These rocket ship fruit skewers are a delightful snack that’s as fun to make as they are to eat.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What fruits are best for these skewers?
Strawberries, pineapple chunks, green grapes, blueberries, and thick banana slices create the colorful rocket design and balance of flavors.
- → How long does preparation take?
Preparation takes around 15 minutes, with no cooking time involved, making it a quick and easy option.
- → Can I substitute fruits in this snack?
Yes, feel free to use any firm, colorful fruits that hold well on skewers to suit preferences or seasonal availability.
- → Are these skewers suitable for dietary restrictions?
They are vegetarian and gluten-free, but check for any fruit allergies such as banana or latex-fruit sensitivities.
- → What tools are needed for assembly?
A cutting board, paring knife, wooden skewers, and a serving platter are all you'll need to prepare these vibrant snacks.