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Red, White & Blue Fruit Kabobs

Red white blue fruit kabobs made with wooden skewers threaded in a patriotic pattern of blueberries, marshmallows, and strawberries. These summer fruit skewers are chilled until grab-and-go ready, with an overhead-fan lineup that looks like little flags.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cup fresh strawberries hulled and halved if large
  • 2 cup fresh blueberries
  • 2 cup large marshmallows or white grapes
  • 12 wooden skewers or bamboo picks

Method
 

Prep the fruit
  1. Wash and prep all fruit by hulling the strawberries and leaving the blueberries whole. Pat strawberries dry so they thread cleanly and don’t slip.
  2. Thread each skewer in a repeating pattern of 1 blueberry, 1 marshmallow, and 1 strawberry. Repeat 2–3 times per skewer depending on skewer length.
  3. Line the completed skewers on a serving platter or tray in a uniform layout. Arrange them so the red, white, and blue colors stay clearly separated.
  4. Refrigerate the skewers until ready to serve, up to 2 hours ahead. Keep them chilled so the strawberries stay firm and the marshmallows hold their shape.
  5. Serve chilled as a grab-and-go party appetizer or dessert. Offer the skewers cold for the best texture and clean handheld bite.

Notes

Pro tip: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 10–15 minutes first so they don’t dry out during threading. Store covered in the refrigerator up to 2 hours for best texture; longer storage may soften strawberries. Freezing is not recommended because fruit texture changes after thawing. For a lighter option, swap the marshmallows for white grapes to reduce sweetness while keeping the patriotic red-white-blue look.