Go Back

Banana Strawberry Race Cars

An adorable, healthy, and interactive kid-friendly snack featuring banana bodies and strawberry wheels. A perfect no-bake treat for parties and playdates!
Print Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Kid-Friendly
Calories: 75
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruit Components
  • 2 medium Bananas Firm, barely ripe
  • 8-10 medium Strawberries Washed and dried well
Assembly (Choose One)
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Butter, Yogurt, or Cream Cheese Used as edible glue
  • 8 small Pretzel Sticks Alternative for axles (optional)

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp Knife (for adult use)
  • Small Piping Tip or Straw (for hubcaps)

Method
 

  1. Wash the strawberries thoroughly and dry them completely. Peel the bananas.
  2. To create a stable base, carefully slice a very thin, flat strip off the bottom curve of each banana. Cut each banana in half width-wise to create 4 car bodies.
  3. Slice several strawberries horizontally into 1/4-inch thick rounds to act as the wheels.
  4. Cut a small notch or divot into the top of each banana to create a 'seat' for the driver.
  5. Using a tiny dab of peanut butter or yogurt as 'glue', attach four strawberry wheels to the sides of each banana car.
  6. Cut tiny circles out of a leftover banana slice (using a straw or piping tip) and glue them to the center of the strawberry wheels for hubcaps.
  7. Place a whole strawberry (the 'driver') into the notch on top of the banana.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy the fun!

Notes

Best served immediately. To prevent bananas from browning if sitting out, brush lightly with a mixture of lemon juice and water before assembling. Avoid using toothpicks for children; use edible alternatives like yogurt or pretzel sticks.