This simple and healthy fruit Christmas tree is the perfect festive snack for toddlers! Most Christmas fruit tree recipes I’ve seen online are WAY TOO elaborate, especially when you’re trying to whip up a snack as quickly as possible before a toddler meltdown begins. These trees use just a few ingredients, and take less than 5 minutes to make! Your little one can also help decorate the fruit tree!
This is part of my toddler holiday recipes collection! You can check out other fun and festive toddler snacks and meals such as Reindeer Pancakes and Fruit Candy Canes!
Toddler Tip:
Let your child join in on decorating the tree! Blueberries and raspberries work great, but you could also use a little star cutter and cut shapes out of strawberries, apples and pears!
Ingredients
- kiwi
- raspberries
- blueberries
- banana
- Greek yogurt
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Peel and cut the kiwi cross-wise. Then cut the kiwi pieces again in half. Set up in a tree formation.
Decorate the tree with the berries and Greek yogurt.
Option to cut out a star for the top!
Substitutions
There are a lot of variations you could do. Feel free to swap in other fruit for the decorations!
Equipment
- star cutter (optional)
Storage
Best eaten right away or in a few hours on the same day.
FAQs
Can I prep this snack ahead of time?
It’s best to prepare this snack fresh to keep the fruit looking vibrant and appetizing. However, you can slice the fruit ahead and store it in an airtight container in the fridge to save time.
Can I use other fruits instead of kiwi?
Absolutely! While kiwi makes a great base for the tree because of its green colour, you can also use slices of green apple, honeydew melon, or even watermelon pieces for a similar look.
What can I use for the “ornaments” on the tree?
Small, colourful fruits like blueberries, raspberries, or diced strawberries work best as ornaments. You can also use small pieces of cheese or raisins for variety. Just ensure everything is served in a safe way for your child.
Recipe
Fruit Christmas Tree Snack for Toddlers
Equipment
- 1 star cutter optional
Ingredients
- 1 kiwi
- 2 blueberries
- 2 raspberries
- ¼ banana
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
- 1 strawberry optional
Instructions
- First peel and slice the kiwi cross-wise. Then cut the pieces again in half.
- Next, assemble the kiwi pieces in the shape of a tree on a plate.
- Cut a couple of pieces of banana for the tree trunk. Place under the kiwi tree.
- Drizzle some Greek yogurt on the tree.
- Decorate the tree with some blueberries and raspberries.
- Option to cut out a star from a strawberry (or other fruit of choice!) and place on top of the tree.
- If you want to add more Greek yogurt, you could add a layer of Greek yogurt under the tree to represent some snow!
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