Looking for a fun and festive way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day? Look no further than these colorful Rainbow Skewers with Cloud Dip! Featuring an assortment of fruits in all the colors of the rainbow, these skewers are as delicious as they are visually stunning.
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Rainbow skewers with cloud dip are a fun and tasty treat that are easy to make and perfect for St. Patrick's Day. The skewers are made with a colorful assortment of fruits, including red grapes, blueberries, kiwis, cantaloupe, and strawberries, which are then threaded onto bamboo skewers for easy serving.
The cloud dip is made from a combination of reduced-fat cream cheese, marshmallow fluff, and lemon curd, which creates a sweet and tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with the fruit.
These rainbow skewers are perfect for parties, gatherings, or even as a healthy snack for kids.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Easy to make. These skewers are simple to assemble and require no cooking, making them a quick and easy snack.
- Healthy and delicious. The skewers are made with a variety of fresh fruits that are low in calories, high in fiber, and packed with vitamins and antioxidants.
- Fun and festive. The colorful rainbow of fruits makes these skewers a fun and festive addition to any St. Patrick's Day celebration.
- Kid-friendly. Kids love the bright colors and sweet flavors of these skewers, making them a great healthy snack for kids.
Ingredients You'll Need
- Reduced Fat Cream Cheese: A lower calorie and lower fat alternative to regular cream cheese that adds a creamy and tangy flavor to the dip.
- Marshmallow Fluff: A sweet and fluffy marshmallow spread that adds sweetness and texture to the dip.
- Lemon Curd: A tangy and sweet spread that adds a zesty and bright flavor to the dip.
- Red Grapes: Adds a pop of color and flavor.
- Blueberries: Adds a beautiful blue color.
- Kiwis: Adds a bright green color.
- Pineapple: Adds a bright yellow color and tropical flavor.
- Cantaloupe: Adds a beautiful orange color and mild sweetness.
- Strawberries: Add a beautiful red color and sweetness.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1: In a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, marshmallow fluff, and lemon curd until well combined.
Step 2: Thread 2 red grapes, 2 blueberries, 1 piece of kiwi, 1 cube of pineapple, 1 cube of cantaloupe, and 1 strawberry onto each of the 12 bamboo skewers. Repeat until all skewers are assembled.
Step 3: Serve the skewers with the cloud dip for dipping.
Expert Tips
- Choose fresh and ripe fruits. The key to making delicious skewers is using fresh and ripe fruits. Choose fruits that are in season and have a bright color and sweet aroma.
- Cut fruits into bite-sized pieces. Cut the fruits into small and bite-sized pieces for easy threading onto the skewers.
- Mix the dip ingredients well. Mix the cream cheese, marshmallow fluff, and lemon curd well to make a smooth and creamy texture for the dip.
- Chill the dip before serving. Refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend and the dip to thicken.
Variations
- Tropical skewers: Use tropical fruits like mango, papaya, and pineapple to create a colorful and tropical-themed skewer.
- Berry skewers: Use an assortment of berries like raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries for a sweet and tart skewer.
- Citrus skewers: Use a variety of citrus fruits like oranges, grapefruits, and tangerines for a bright and zesty skewer.
- Melon skewers: Use different types of melons like honeydew, watermelon, and cantaloupe for a refreshing and juicy skewer.
- Chocolate dip: Instead of the cloud dip, serve the skewers with a creamy and rich chocolate dip for a decadent treat.
- Yogurt dip: Mix Greek yogurt with honey and vanilla extract to create a tangy and sweet dip that pairs well with the fruit skewers.
How To Make This Recipe Kid Friendly
If you want to make this recipe more toddler-friendly and skip the skewers, here's an alternative way to serve it:
- Cut the fruits into small, bite-sized pieces that are easy for toddlers to eat.
- Arrange the fruits in a colorful rainbow pattern on a plate or platter.
- Make the cloud dip using vanilla yogurt instead of cream cheese, and serve it in a small bowl on the side.
- Encourage your toddler to dip the fruit into the cloud dip using their fingers or a small spoon.
- Make it a fun and interactive snack by talking about the colors of the fruits and encouraging your toddler to try new fruits they may not have had before.
Storing
Store the skewers and dip separately. To prevent the fruits from becoming soggy and the dip from becoming watery, store the skewers and dip separately in airtight containers. Store the skewers and dip in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
Recipe FAQ's
Yes, you can use regular cream cheese if you prefer. However, it will increase the calorie and fat content of the dip.
Yes, you can use any type of fruit that you like or that's in season. Just make sure to cut it into bite-sized pieces and choose fruits that are firm and not too juicy, as the juice can make the skewers soggy.
Freezing the skewers and dip is not recommended, as it can damage the texture and flavor of the fruits and dip.
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Special Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 ounces reduced fat cream cheese
- ¾ cup marshmallow fluff
- 3 tablespoons lemon curd
- 12 red seedless grapes
- 24 blueberries
- 2 kiwis cut into 12 pieces
- ½ cup pineapple cut into cubes
- ½ cup cantaloupe cut into cubes
- 12 strawberries tops cut off
- 12 bamboo skewers
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, marshmallow fluff, and lemon curd until well combined.
- Thread 2 red grapes, 2 blueberries, 1 piece of kiwi, 1 cube of pineapple, 1 cube of cantaloupe, and 1 strawberry onto each of the 12 bamboo skewers. Repeat until all skewers are assembled.
- Serve the skewers with the cloud dip for dipping.
Notes
- The key to making delicious skewers is using fresh and ripe fruits. Choose fruits that are in season and have a bright color and sweet aroma.
- Cut the fruits into small and bite-sized pieces for easy threading onto the skewers.
- Mix the cream cheese, marshmallow fluff, and lemon curd well to make a smooth and creamy texture for the dip.
- Refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend and the dip to thicken.
- Storing: Store the skewers and dip separately. To prevent the fruits from becoming soggy and the dip from becoming watery, store the skewers and dip separately in airtight containers. Store the skewers and dip in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.
sarah
I never thought to make a fruit dip with cream cheese and marshmallow dip, it looks delicious. I can't wait to try it!
Emily Flint
This was the perfect dip for my party, delicious!!
Michelle
This is such a great idea for a healthy St. Patrick's Day treat. And I love that dipping sauce!
Dannii
These are so fun! My kids would love these 🙂