Best 6 Dessert Fruit Skewers Recipes

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**Tantalizing Fruit Skewers: A Refreshing Medley of Flavors and Textures**

Immerse yourself in a culinary adventure with our delectable fruit skewers, a vibrant symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These colorful skewers are not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful treat for any occasion. From classic combinations to unique flavor pairings, our collection of recipes offers a diverse range of options to suit every palate. Embark on a journey of culinary exploration as we guide you through the art of crafting these irresistible fruit skewers. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, planning a festive party, or simply craving a refreshing snack, these skewers are guaranteed to be a hit. So, gather your favorite fruits, skewers, and let's create a delightful masterpiece together.

Let's cook with our recipes!

RAINBOW FRUIT KABOBS



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Rainbow Fruit Kabobs are an easy and fun way to serve fresh fruit at your next summer gathering. They make any occasion feel special.

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 cups watermelon (cubed)
12 cups pineapple (cubed)
12 cups cantaloupe (cubed)
12 strawberries
3 mangoes (peeled and cubed)
12 blackberries
3 kiwi (peeled, halved and sliced)
4 ounces strawberry yogurt
4 ounces whipped topping

Steps:

  • Thread fruit onto wooden skewers.
  • Combine fruit dip ingredients and stir well.
  • Place skewers on a serving platter with dip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 kcal, Carbohydrate 61 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 42 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 50 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FRUIT SKEWERS



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Fresh Rainbow Fruit Skewers are a super easy and fun sweet treat. Fruit skewers are a colorful, fun and yummy way to eat the recommended servings of fruit!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Appetizer     Side Dish     Snack

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 strawberries
12 orange slices
12 slices of kiwi
12 blackberries
12 green grapes
12 red grapes
24 blueberries
12 wooden skewers

Steps:

  • Using a skewer thread the strawberries, orange slices, kiwi, blackberries, grapes, and blueberries.
  • Arrange them on a platter and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 6 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 20 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FRUIT 'N' CAKE KABOBS



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A neighbor served these kabobs at a family picnic and brought some over for us to sample. I was pleasantly surprised at the tasty toasted cake and juicy grilled fruit. -Mary Ann Dell, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup apricot preserves
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon butter
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 medium nectarines, quartered
3 medium peaches, quartered
3 medium plums, quartered
1 loaf (10-3/4 ounces) frozen pound cake, thawed and cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine first five ingredients; cook and stir over medium heat until blended. Remove from heat., On eight metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread fruit and pound cake. Place on a greased rack over medium heat. Grill, uncovered, until lightly browned and fruit is tender, brushing occasionally with apricot mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

FRUITY FUN SKEWERS



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I was looking for a different way to serve fruit, and it just popped into my head! Why not use fruit skewers?

Provided by AnaJ930

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Kids     Healthy

Time 15m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 large strawberries, halved
ΒΌ cantaloupe, cut into balls or cubes
2 bananas, peeled and cut into chunks
1 apple, cut into chunks
20 skewers

Steps:

  • Thread the strawberries, cantaloupe, banana and apple pieces alternately onto skewers, placing at least 2 pieces of fruit on each skewer. Arrange the fruit skewers decoratively on a serving platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 5.1 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

DESSERT FRUIT SKEWERS



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A quick yet elegant dessert or brunch item. My slight adaptation of Ontario's LCBO BBQ book recipe from Summer 2011. To be paired with Malibu Black Coconut Flavored Rum.

Provided by Isabeau

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 6 6 desserts, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 large strawberries, tops removed
6 peaches, sliced
1/2 pineapple, cored and sliced into chunks
1/2 cup honey
1 lemon, zest & juice
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup chocolate hazelnut spread
1 tablespoon spiced rum

Steps:

  • Place fruit in marinade (honey, lemon juice and zest, brown sugar) for a few minutes.
  • Skewer fruit on pre-soaked bamboo skewers. Spray grill with oil and BBQ fruit on medium heat, turning to caramelize marinade. Cook until grill marks form.
  • Mix hazelnut spread with rum and serve over hot fruit.
  • I added a handful of fresh, wild blueberries for a little zing.
  • Option: serve over vanilla ice cream.

RAINBOW FRUIT SKEWERS



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These vitamin-packed fruit skewers are a simple, colourful and fun way to get kids to eat fruit. They'll love helping to make them too.

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Snack

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

7 raspberries
7 hulled strawberries
7 tangerine segments
7 cubes peeled mango
7 peeled pineapple chunks
7 peeled kiwi fruit chunks
7 green grapes
7 red grapes
14 blueberries

Steps:

  • Take 7 wooden skewers and thread the following fruit onto each - 1 raspberry, 1 hulled strawberry, 1 tangerine segment, 1 cube of peeled mango, 1 chunk of peeled pineapple, 1 chunk of peeled kiwi, 1 green and 1 red grape, and finish off with 2 blueberries. Arrange in a rainbow shape and let everyone help themselves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein

Tips

  • Use a variety of fruits and colors to make your skewers visually appealing.
  • Choose fruits that are in season for the best flavor and quality.
  • Wash and dry the fruits thoroughly before skewering them.
  • If you're using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning.
  • Skewer the fruits in a variety of patterns, such as spirals, zigzags, or simply straight lines.
  • If you're using a grill, preheat it to medium-high heat before grilling the skewers.
  • Grill the skewers for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the fruits are caramelized and slightly charred.
  • Serve the skewers immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion

Fruit skewers are a delicious and healthy snack or dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're perfect for parties, picnics, or simply as a quick and easy treat. With a variety of fruits and flavors to choose from, there's sure to be a fruit skewer recipe that everyone will love.

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