Banana Caterpillars
Transform snack time into a whimsical adventure with these delightful Banana Caterpillars! Perfect for kids and adults alike, this no-bake recipe combines healthy ingredients like fresh bananas, strawberries, and blueberries to create an adorable, edible caterpillar. Playful details, such as mini chocolate chip eyes and pretzel antennas, add character and fun to the presentation, while a touch of honey or peanut butter helps keep everything beautifully intact. Ready in just 15 minutes, this creative snack is ideal for playful afternoons, parties, or educational activities. Serve with optional yogurt for dipping to enhance the experience with a creamy touch. Healthy, fun, and irresistibly cute, Banana Caterpillars are sure to brighten any table!
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Ingredients
- 2 whole Bananas
- 4 whole Strawberries
- 8 whole Blueberries
- 4 pieces Mini pretzel sticks
- 1 cup Yogurt (optional, for dipping)
- 8 pieces Mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Honey or peanut butter (for sticking)
Directions
Step 1
Peel the bananas and slice them into even-sized rounds, roughly 1/2 inch thick. Each banana will yield around 10 slices.
Step 2
Slice the strawberries in half lengthwise. These will be used as the 'heads' of your caterpillars.
Step 3
Create your caterpillar body by aligning 5-6 banana slices per caterpillar in a slightly curved line on a serving plate.
Step 4
Place a halved strawberry at the front of each line of bananas to represent the caterpillar's head.
Step 5
Decorate the strawberry heads: Use a small dab of honey or peanut butter to stick two mini chocolate chips onto the strawberry as eyes.
Step 6
Insert a mini pretzel stick into the top of the strawberry to create 'antennas' for the caterpillar.
Step 7
Add blueberries in between the banana slices or use them as 'feet' by placing them on the sides of the banana slices.
Step 8
Serve the banana caterpillars as is, or with a small bowl of yogurt for dipping on the side!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 600.4 grams (600.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 587 |
| Total Fat 12.60g | 16% |
| Saturated Fat 7.60g | 38% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium 160mg | 7% |
| Total Carbohydrate 115.50g | 42% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.60g | 31% |
| Total Sugars 82.40g | |
| Protein 12.90g | 26% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 319mg | 25% |
| Iron 2mg | 11% |
| Potassium 1286mg | 27% |
Source of Calories