How do you keep bananas from turning brown on fruit kabobs?

To prevent browning: Slice bananas right before assembling Brush them lightly with lemon juice Store kabobs in the fridge and serve cold

What fruit to use for fruit kebabs?

Use firm, colorful fruits that hold well on skewers. Great options include: Strawberries Blueberries Raspberries Blackberries Bananas Grapes Marshmallows or cake cubes (for variety) Stick with seasonal produce for the best flavor and freshness. Do you have to soak skewers for fruit kabobs? No. Since these kabobs aren’t being grilled, there’s no need to soak wooden skewers. Just make sure they’re clean and smooth before assembling

Can fruit kabobs be made the day before?

yes, fruit kabobs can be made ahead—ideally within 12 hours of serving. Assemble them, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate. Just be sure to slice bananas last or treat them with lemon juice to avoid browning.

4th of July Fruit Kabobs – The Best 4-Minute Festive Snack

Description

These 4th of July fruit kabobs are a colorful, no-bake, kid-friendly treat perfect for summer celebrations. Made with strawberries, bananas, blueberries, and optional marshmallows or cake cubes, they’re healthy, easy to prep, and fun to serve at any patriotic gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

12 medium wooden skewers (6–8 inches long)

12 strawberries, halved or 24 raspberries

24 banana slices (½ inch thick) or 24 mini marshmallows or 24 1-inch cake cubes

48 blueberries or 24 blackberries

1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, to brush bananas)

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Instructions

Wash and dry all berries. Slice bananas just before use.
If using bananas, lightly brush slices with lemon juice to prevent browning.
Thread one red fruit (strawberry or raspberry) onto the skewer.
Follow with a banana slice, marshmallow, or cake cube for the white layer.
Add two blueberries or one blackberry.
Repeat the red-white-blue pattern once more or until the skewer is full.
Place completed kabobs on a tray. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until serving (up to 12 hours).

Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

Perfect for DIY kabob bars at parties or kid-friendly holiday snacks.
For a sweeter kabob, add drizzles of melted chocolate or dust with cinnamon.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Snack, Dessert, Holiday Treats

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 50 kcal