Strawberry Banana Santa Sticks

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This easy-to-make holiday snack features juicy strawberries, sweet banana slices, and soft marshmallows threaded onto sticks. Arranged to mimic Santa hats, they bring a fun and festive touch to any gathering. Optional melted chocolate adds charming eye details, enhancing the playful look. Ready in 15 minutes with no cooking required, these colorful treats are perfect for kids and adults alike. Gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly, they offer a delightful blend of fresh fruit and sweet marshmallows for a cheerful celebration bite.

Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 08:14:00 GMT
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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 is a playful treat that my family enjoys making together every holiday season, bringing smiles and festive cheer.

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.
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This snack always brings the whole family together at holiday parties, creating joyful memories with every bite.

Notes

For added sweetness lightly drizzle with honey or dust with powdered sugar.

Required Tools

Sharp knife Cutting board Wooden skewers (Optional) Toothpick (for chocolate detailing)

Nutritional Information

Calories 68 Total Fat 0.3 g Carbohydrates 17 g Protein 1 g

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Easy-to-make strawberry banana Santa sticks with marshmallows, a healthy and fun Christmas treat. | tazzsip.com

This delightful snack adds a festive touch to any holiday gathering with minimal effort.

Strawberry Banana Santa Sticks

Fresh strawberries, bananas, and marshmallows combined on sticks for a simple, festive holiday snack.

Setup duration
15 min
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Complete duration
15 min
Created by Daniel Brooks

Classification Seasonal Favorites

Complexity Easy

Heritage American

Output 8 Portions

Nutrition specifications Meat-free, No gluten

Components

Fresh Fruit

01 8 large strawberries, hulled
02 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced into 16 thick rounds

Additional

01 8 large marshmallows
02 8 mini marshmallows

Optional

01 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips, melted
02 8 wooden skewers

Method

Phase 01

Prepare Banana Slices: Slice bananas into thick rounds and set aside.

Phase 02

Prepare Strawberries: Wash and hull strawberries, removing green tops.

Phase 03

Assemble Santa Sticks: Thread one banana slice onto a skewer, followed by a large marshmallow, another banana slice, and a strawberry positioned tip up to resemble a Santa hat.

Phase 04

Add Mini Marshmallow Pom-Pom: Top each strawberry with a mini marshmallow to create the pom-pom of the Santa hat.

Phase 05

Optional Chocolate Detailing: Use a toothpick to dot melted dark chocolate chips on the strawberry for Santa’s eyes.

Phase 06

Serve: Arrange the finished sticks on a platter and serve immediately.

Necessary tools

  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden skewers
  • Toothpick (optional for chocolate detailing)

Allergy details

Review ingredients carefully for potential allergens and seek professional medical guidance when uncertain.
  • Contains marshmallows which may include gelatin or traces of egg and milk; verify packaging for allergens. Gluten-free if gluten-free marshmallows are used.

Dietary information (per portion)

Values shown are estimates only - consult healthcare providers for specific advice.
  • Energy: 68
  • Fats: 0.3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 17 g
  • Proteins: 1 g