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These 4th of July fruit skewers are the quickest patriotic dessert on the table! Just fresh berries and marshmallows on a skewer. Ready in 10 minutes!
Turns out the most patriotic thing you’ll eat this summer comes on a stick.
Let me introduce you to my 4th of July fruit kabobs, all dressed in America’s favorite colors.
You have strawberries for red, marshmallows for white, and blueberries for blue.
These Fourth of July skewers are my favorite whenever I’m hosting because they’re easy for everyone to grab without plates or forks.
Pro tip: Make more than you think you need! You’ll not have a single one left by the end of the night.
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These patriotic kabobs pair well with my other fun and festive desserts for 4th of July!
If you have extra strawberries, why not make my red, white, and blue chocolate-covered strawberries next?
But if you need something savory, our American flag charcuterie board is another no-cook patriotic party snack inspiration you should try to complete your holiday spread this Independence Day!
Why You’ll Love This 4th of July Fruit Skewers Recipe
- These 4th of July fruit kabobs require zero cooking and minimal clean-up! They’re the perfect last-minute dessert for patriotic holidays.
- Because they’re handheld, these fruit skewers for 4th of July are easy to portion and serve. You can even serve them in lots of creative ways to make them centerpiece-worthy.
- Whether frozen as a refreshing snack or served with luscious dips as a decadent dessert, these strawberry blueberry marshmallow skewers are the easiest way to make every single person at the party genuinely happy.
Ingredients And Substitutions
Mini marshmallows – While you can use white fruits for these red white and blue fruit kabobs, we went with marshmallows for a chewy contrast. They’re also easier to prepare since “white” fruits like bananas and apples are prone to browning.
Fresh blueberries – Avoid overripe berries, as they’ll be too soft to thread on the skewers.
Fresh strawberries – Use quartered strawberries for these July 4th kabobs! They’ll thread more securely, and the size will be just right with the blueberries and marshmallows on the same skewer.
Ingredient Additions & Substitutions For 4th of July Fruit Kabobs
Strawberry substitute
No strawberries? No problem!
Assemble your 4th of July fruit skewers with cherries, raspberries, or red grapes. You can even use assorted fruits for each color.
Blueberry alternatives
Don’t stop at blueberries for the blue element of these 4th of July fruit kabobs!
You can use blackberries and black grapes, or add in some blue gummies, and make these patriotic fruit skewers a sweet tooth’s dream.
Marshmallow swaps
Consider your favorite white patriotic appetizers, snacks, or desserts!
Cube some honeydew melon or even a pound cake for contrast with the juicy fruits.
Tips For Making This Recipe
Make Flag Kebobs
Make your 4th of July fruit kabobs extra patriotic and use them to create an American flag! Just thread 4 to 5 blueberries on 4 to 5 skewers, followed by alternating marshmallows and strawberries. On the other skewers, alternate strawberries and marshmallows, so the first and last ingredients on each skewer are both strawberries.
Mind Your Sizes
To showcase the red, white, and blue pattern best, use skewers that are at least 6 inches for these Fourth of July fruit kabobs. Your ingredients should also be at least 1/2 inch thick for easy piercing.
Make Patriotic Summer Snacks
Want more fun and refreshing summer snack ideas? While these patriotic fruit skewers are best made with fresh fruits to keep the ingredients from turning mushy and leaking moisture on the platter, you can freeze them before serving! Place the finished July 4th fruit skewers on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 2 hours. So good!
Patriotic Fruit Skewers Recipe FAQs
Can you make 4th of July fruit kabobs the day before?
Yes, you can make these 4th of July fruit skewers up to 24 hours ahead of time. Once assembled, store them in the refrigerator until it’s time to serve. However, note that the marshmallows will be slightly softer. For the best texture, assemble these red white blue kabobs the morning of serving.
How long will fruit kabobs for 4th of July last?
These 4th of July kabobs with fresh fruits can safely sit out at room temperature for up to 2 hours. For leftovers, cover the platter of your 4th of July dessert skewers with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 to 2 days. After all, I doubt anyone will enjoy mushy fruits and marshmallows!
Do I need to soak skewers for patriotic fruit kabobs?
Nope. These Fourth of July kabobs are not cooked, so soaking the skewers in warm water for 20 minutes is unnecessary. However, if you have the time for this extra step, feel free to go ahead, as it can help keep the skewers from splitting when you slide the ingredients through them.
How to serve 4th of July fruit kabobs?
You can drizzle these 4th of July dessert kabobs with melted white chocolate or serve them with a quick yogurt dip, which is simply yogurt mixed with honey and vanilla extract to taste. Coconut whipped cream will also be delicious with fruit and marshmallow kabobs! For the arrangement, either lay your 4th of July skewers flat on a platter or stand them upright in a tall glass.
What fruits do you use for Fourth of July fruit skewers?
No strawberries? Try cherries or star-cut watermelon chunks instead! You can also swap the blueberries for grapes or blackberries. And if you want to skip the marshmallows, banana slices and apple chunks work just as well. Just soak them in orange juice for a minute to prevent browning.
More Cute 4th of July Desserts
- Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad
- American Flag Cake
- American Flag Fruit Pizza
- Red, White, and Blue Popsicles
- 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats
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4th of July Fruit Skewers
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Rinse your fruits under cold water, then pat them dry with paper towels. Cut off the hull end of the strawberries and slice them into quarters.
- Hold a skewer in one hand and thread the ingredients in this order: strawberry, marshmallow, blueberry. Repeat the pattern until each skewer is filled, leaving an inch at the bottom for handling.
- You can lay your 4th of July fruit skewers on your platter, all pointing in the same direction, or try a more creative arrangement and make them look like the American flag.
Notes
- Make your 4th of July fruit kabobs extra patriotic and use them to create an American flag! Just thread 4 to 5 blueberries on 4 to 5 skewers, followed by alternating marshmallows and strawberries. On the other skewers, alternate strawberries and marshmallows, so the first and last ingredients on each skewer are both strawberries.
- To showcase the red, white, and blue pattern best, use skewers that are at least 6 inches for these Fourth of July fruit kabobs. Your ingredients should also be at least 1/2 inch thick for easy piercing.
- Want more fun and refreshing summer snack ideas? While these patriotic fruit skewers are best made with fresh fruits to keep the ingredients from turning mushy and leaking moisture on the platter, you can freeze them before serving! Place the finished July 4th fruit skewers on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 2 hours. So good!
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