Pin this A whimsical, kid-friendly snack inspired by the Grinch, featuring juicy green grapes, fluffy marshmallows, and fruity decorations. Perfect for holiday parties or festive movie nights.
This snack has become a holiday favorite with my kids who love creating and eating these fun Grinch faces together.
Ingredients
- Large green grapes: 12 seedless and firm
- Large marshmallows: 12
- Small strawberries: 12 with tops trimmed
- Mini chocolate chips: 12
- Mini marshmallows: 12
- Wooden toothpicks or small skewers: 12
- Black edible food marker or melted dark chocolate: for drawing faces
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry the grapes and strawberries. Trim the tops off the strawberries.
- Step 2:
- Thread a toothpick or small skewer through one large marshmallow, keeping it near the top.
- Step 3:
- Add a green grape under the marshmallow, followed by a trimmed strawberry pointed side up to form the Grinchs Santa hat.
- Step 4:
- Top each strawberry with a mini marshmallow to complete the hat.
- Step 5:
- Using a black edible food marker or a toothpick dipped in melted chocolate, carefully draw a mischievous Grinch face on each grape.
- Step 6:
- Optionally, press mini chocolate chips into the grape to create eyes.
- Step 7:
- Arrange on a platter and serve immediately.
Pin this We often make these together as a family during holiday movie nights which creates a lot of fun memories.
Pairings
Pair with a festive fruit punch or holiday cocoa for a complete holiday treat.
Allergen Information
Contains marshmallows which may have gelatin check for vegetarian or vegan options. Strawberries may be allergenic for some individuals.
Nutritional Information
Each Grinch face contains approximately 45 calories with minimal fat and protein.
Pin this This snack is a delightful holiday addition sure to bring smiles to kids and adults alike.
Recipe FAQs
- → What ingredients create the green color in this snack?
The vivid green comes from fresh, seedless green grapes carefully selected for firmness and juiciness.
- → How do you create the facial features on the snack?
Use a black edible food marker or melted dark chocolate with a toothpick to draw mischievous faces directly on the grapes.
- → Can this snack be prepared in advance?
For best freshness and texture, assemble the snack just before serving to keep the fruit crisp and the marshmallows tender.
- → Are there vegan-friendly options for this treat?
Yes, substituting regular marshmallows with plant-based ones makes this snack suitable for vegan diets.
- → What tools are needed for assembling these treats?
Prepare with wooden toothpicks or small skewers, a paring knife for trimming, and a black edible marker or small brush for decorating.
- → What is the suggested serving size for this snack?
Each portion consists of one decorated skewer, typically yielding 12 individual servings per batch.